Why do parents force their kids to participate in sports?

Answer 1

I think it is a good idea to have your kids try a variety of things.. Sports, dance, art classes, a musical instrument. But inly something your child has an interest in. And if they don't like it after the first year, then switch to something new. I know I will have my daughter do stuff like this when she is older so that she is well rounded and gets exercise. But if she doesn't like it, we'll switch to something new. I think sometimes parents have the best intentions but then get too into it. And sometimes you have crazy sports parents who take any lack of skill as a direct insult to their parenting ability. Should kids do extra curicular activities?? Yes. Should they have fun doing it and still have time to be kids?? YES!!!!!!

Answer 2

You have to admit some parents go a little overboard pushing their kids in sports. But I do believe that kids should be in sports. Some call it sports, some call it games, and some call it play. Kids have a real need to do these things for their personal development. Using your body can help to raise self esteem. Also, you don't always win in sports so you have the oppurtunity to learn the value of learning from your own mistakes at an early age. Sports are good for you. Challenging yourself to accomplish something is good for you. Sure beats the heck out of playing games on the computer all night. It's anti-social to be that way. Sports teach good social skills. Enough said. I guess. If a kid isn't in some kind of sport, what will they get involved in instead?

Answer 3

I don't force my kids into sports but I think that sports and extracurricular activities are important for kids to do. What I hate is when some of the kids' parents help coach the team. There was a guy that was coaching his kids Pop Warner football team and was all over his kids butt. He even went so far as to yell out from the sideline to "Stop hitting like a P***Y!"
I try to stress to my kids that its more about having fun and learning to enjoy physical activities. Some people just don't get it.

Answer 4

There is more to this story - why would she do this? She really is forcing you to do the dancing - are you in need of a more physical activity? Sometimes, it is more important for mothers to get you through a rough spot - we have watched you develop - your facial expressions, your moods, your passions. Is it possible that you are giving up dancing at a crucial moment and are experiencing a boredom with it that is common? My daughter is a dancer and went through some malaise a few years back, and I was pretty opinionated to stick with it through the year, then decide, and she got through it, and still is dancing. The teacher explained that this is common as tween and early teens have to work more on technique, and it does start to get boring. But getting to the other side is rewarding, and many girls are happy they were "forced" to stick with it. Is this part of your story as well? Good luck to you - if you are passionate about horse riding, I can't imagine that you would risk it, and not do as your mother has stated. But I think it is worth you having a talk with her about what she is thinking. I bet it is about your well-being and what she has seen in your person. I hope for your sake she is not one of those mothers who lives vicariously through you - that is not healthy for either of you! I think at this point in time, you and your mother need to work out a time table - you should let her know your feelings, and then, if you give it a chance for say, 6 months, as an example, and you are no closer to loving it, she should let you go ahead and quit. I think that may be a compromise that she will agree to - it shows maturity on your part, because you are acknowledging that you are giving it a chance and also considering that you may change your mind and start to enjoy dancing. Then give the dancing a 6 month chance (or 3 months, or whatever the two of you can agree to) with a positive attitude and let your mother know your honest opinion after the time frame is up.

Answer 5

So that they can brag about their kids and look good in front of
their friends and neighbors.They feel so good about themselves
until they push their kids off to college to become some great
athletic star. But remember parents should seek out the real
potential a child's fate, pushing them into what they desire to be
and not the parent desire. This can hurt in the long run cause
it will stop their true fulfillment and perhaps put the blame on you.
So make sure they are willing before you enforce.

Answer 6

Not all parents force their kids to play sports, some kids like my daughter love sports, she loves softball. She plays for both her school and national fastpitch team. When she was young she was required to have one (just 1) activity after school. She tried everything from sports to band to cheerleading and drama clubs. What I did not want was her sitting around on her butt texting friends and doing nothing with her day.

Answer 7

I think kids should be encouraged to participate in sports (it's pretty hard to force them....) because it encourages physical activity in a video/tv age. Team sports are especially good as they help them learn to get along with others.

Answer 8

A lt of parents are iving vicariously throught their children. Athletes are usually popular and well respected whether they deserve it or not and the parents want to see their children get this attention and "All American" status. These parents want bragging rights. However some parents may actually have their heads in the right place and just want their children to get the exercise they need and build character by playing sports.

Answer 9

i am very sorry they do that 2 you but most parents think you would enjoy it, have fun& make new friends. not ALL parents are like that most of the time the kids are the one that ask their parents if they can go out for a sport. i am one of those people and i do lots of sports i do track, soccer, and basketball. if i could i would play all sports that there is. i asked my dad if i could do travel soccer but it costs lots of monney but i said u dont have 2 give me any thing for my birthday if u let me and he did but i knw he wont buy me a birthday pressent but im ok with that cause i love soccer. any way ttyl <3

Answer 10

i dont no but i think it is not right. its ok is the kids want to but when i was little my friend kailee was on 2 cheer squads softball team gymnastics and dance the cheer squads were travel. she was only home for 2 hours during each week for her to be able to play. this led to suicide. i wouldnt force my kids. i hope this helps