Worrying over the reaction of a parent is one of the primary sources of stress for many young athletes. It is important for parents to understand their role in shaping their child’s confidence. Parents who better understand the development of passion can shape the experiences of young fencer from a holistic perspective.
- Positive/constructive communication
- Helping with goal setting that is NOT based on tournament results or recruitment. Goals should be measured by personal gains in ability.
- Providing positive motivation for your youth fencer
- Instilling and reinforcing confidence in skills
- Helping the fencer maintain focus
- Helping young fencers to not worry about their peers’ and coaches’ reactions to their performance
- Guiding your athlete to cope with the difficult feelings that inevitably come with the sport
- Helping your athlete be comfortable with competitive pressure
- Freeing your fencer to trust their skills and giving them space on tournament day
- Providing your fencer with positive support immediately after a defeat
- Instilling a competitive edge in your fencer
Fencing from your brain's POINT of view 