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As with any other sport if your
child shows promise on the ice and you are considering getting involved
with competitive skating there are many costs involved and there is a
great time commitment to consider. So before you agree to such a
commitment ask yourself the following questions and the answers should
help with your decision.
Time Commitments: Many hours will be
spent in ice rinks...
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Are you available for many
hours of practice, 5 or 6 days a week, on and off the ice?
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Can you commit to 3 or 4
private lessons each week?
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Do you have the time to take your
child to competitive events that are local and away?
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How will this affect the rest of
your family?
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Do you have other children that
will also need commitment from you for a sport or activity?
Costs:
Everything is expensive, from the
skates to the outfits, to ice time and training...
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Can you afford lessons and rink
rentals?
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Do you realize the cost of
skates, equipment, costumes and accessories?
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Can you pay for travel to
competitions and the fees involved?
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Do you realize there could be
additional medical expenses resulting from injuries?
Emotional Investments:
You will have to bear your child's
let downs
and teach them to be gracious winners...
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Does your child have the drive
and competitive spirit necessary for this sport?
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Can your child handle the hard
work, dedication and commitment required to be a competitive skater?
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Can you and your family handle it
if you child's skating career is unsuccessful?
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Does your child want to do if for
themselves or because a friend is participating?
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Are you willing to trust a
competitive skating coach to make decisions regarding your child’s
skating?
  
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