When teaching kids, finding ways to motivate them can be very challenging especially when you have such a diverse group of youngsters. Positive reinforcement works best, but there are times when the kids just don't seem to care. Giving them free time if they behave well & finish their conditioning early (but still done well), play a game at the end of practice, or even a special treat for getting new skills. Of course, they all want to compete well and learn their routines and new skills, but sometimes they all need that extra push.
What other tactics do you use on motivating gymnasts?
About IGM
- IGM Gymnastics
- Burnsville, MN, United States
- IGM Gymnastics is a world-class Artistic & Rhythmic training facility located in Burnsville, MN. The artistic program is run by Irina Kim, our owner, and supervised by Irina's sister, Nellie Kim. Nellie is a five-time Olympic Gold medalist in artistic gymnastics. IGM offers recreational and competitive Rhythmic and Artistic gymnastics classes for boys and girls of all ages, serving the communities of Burnsville, Savage, Eagan, Lakeville, Apple Valley, Prior Lake, Shakopee, Minnetonka, and all surrounding areas. The recreational program is geared toward 18 month old toddlers to teens who love to have fun and learn new skills in a safe environment. Gymnasts are invited to join IGM’s competitive team based on their skill and technique level. All programs are developed by professional coaches who strive for growth, accomplishment and most importantly the safety of all gymnasts. Throughout the year, IGM organizes exciting events and activities including Summer Camps, Winter Camps, MEA Camps, Open Gyms, Birthday Parties, competitions, sleepovers, parents' night out, and many other fun events. So Much Fun, Kids will Flip!
Friday, February 10, 2012
Wednesday, February 8, 2012
Olympics on the Horizon
With the Olympics on the horizon, little kids everywhere are about to ask their moms and dads to join their local gymnastics gym. This will be a great time for kids to discover a sport that could shape their young lives. Kids will build friendships, gain self-esteem, and self-confidence just by being in the gym as little as one hour a week.
London 2012 is quickly approaching and the Opening ceremony is in only 5 and a half months. The gymnastics portion starts July 28th and go through August 7th. Gymnastics is one of the most watched sports in the Olympics and usually the most talked about. IGM Gymnastics will be here blogging about it throughout the Olympic Games.
We cannot wait for it to get started!
London 2012 is quickly approaching and the Opening ceremony is in only 5 and a half months. The gymnastics portion starts July 28th and go through August 7th. Gymnastics is one of the most watched sports in the Olympics and usually the most talked about. IGM Gymnastics will be here blogging about it throughout the Olympic Games.
We cannot wait for it to get started!
Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Rhythmic Gymnastics London 2012
Rhythmic Gymnastics in Olympic Headlines
Good luck to Britain's Rhythmic Team on being entered into the 2012 Olympic Games. We support you!
Good luck to Britain's Rhythmic Team on being entered into the 2012 Olympic Games. We support you!
Keeping Kids Fit at Home
Getting kids to be active and get healthy is tough - especially in the winter. IGM encourages kids to be active for 60 minutes a day.
Here are some at home activities that are also F-U-N!
Getting into IGM for Open Gym or one of our many gymnastics classes is another awesome and fun way to keep kids healthy.
Here are some at home activities that are also F-U-N!
- Turn on the music
- Turn on your kids favorite music and start dancing. This is a great workout for kids and adults. You and your kids will have a blast while staying fit.
- Hula Hooping Fun
- Hula Hoop, Jump Rope, Hop on 1 foot...Fun contests to have that will keep them moving.
- Chores!
- Helping out around the house could mean vacuuming, dusting, picking up toys, or cleaning the windows. Doing a few of these can count as being active!!
- Excersizing Video Games
- These can be GREAT workouts for kids and adults. They will keep them moving, get their heart rate up, and they will be having too much fun to realize what a great workout they are getting.
Getting into IGM for Open Gym or one of our many gymnastics classes is another awesome and fun way to keep kids healthy.
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