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How Involved should parents be with their child’s tennis coach?
by Jennifer SanClements for TennisMessage Magazine
This is a loaded topic and many parents struggle with finding the balance between too much and not enough involvement.There is no perfect answer, but there are methods to help navigate this challenging terrain.
When you discover that your child has a love of tennis, then it is time to nurture their athletic journey. Search for professionally certified and reputable coaches. You and your child should interview a few coaches and ask questions about their coaching style. How do they motivate and support young students emotionally? What techniques do they employ if a kid gets stuck on a technical point? How do they integrate their training with strength/flexibility/endurance work? Can they attune to your child as an individual?
In the beginning, particularly when kids are young, a parent will likely be on the scene more. Assuming your childs involvement in tennis lasts for several years, your kid will enter adolescence, and want some autonomy. Its important to be supportive throughout, and to be an advocate and protector to your child when needed. A Win or lose, rain or shine, good days and bad, offer your love, support and encouragement.
Coaches will play a critical role in your child’s tennis journey, but as a parent, you know and see your child as an individual with varying needs.With the pressures of practice and competition, it is important to check-in with your child frequently. Make sure they are not overwhelmed and if you feel like they are, take steps to dial down the pressure. Not everyone has the same capacity to practice, excel and compete and remember there is NO one size fits all.
Effective coaching doesn’t come in one form, as every player is different and depending on the student, will need an approach tailored to their learning style. A positive athletic experience centers on the coach/player relationship. Ideally, there will be synergy and an understanding of each other’s expectations, goals, and methods. Encourage your child to be an active participant in their own learning process; and understand what they need as an individual.
Most importantly, remember that tennis is a psychologically and physically arduous sport. As a parent, the more you know about tennis the better you can understand your child’s experience. Take time to learn about the sport through conversations with them - so you can appreciate your child’s experience. Talking with your child about their needs & goals on a regular basis will help your child be more aware and mindful of your involvement and when it is required The ultimate environment is one in which you reliably display and understanding of your child, tennis, and the role tennis has in your child's life.
Keep the door open to communication with your son or daughter and make decisions together. Remember that there is a tennis community and resources available to help you navigate this extraordinary journey.
