price of interests...
aroundthemilkyway
my dd's are really interested in gymnastics, rock climbing, art, and a
number of other things....my questions is this...lots of interests are
very expensive. i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
something, but it is just too pricey. what do you do when their
greatest interest is too expensive and not something you are talented
(or flexible) enough in :) sarah
number of other things....my questions is this...lots of interests are
very expensive. i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
something, but it is just too pricey. what do you do when their
greatest interest is too expensive and not something you are talented
(or flexible) enough in :) sarah
mother_bhaer
i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
voice and guitar lessons, art and karate and that has satisfied my
two for now. The library is such a great resource. We haven't even
scratched the surface of instructional videos that are available.
Don't know about gymnastics, though. But if your talking about
younger children, you could probably find info in the library and
teach some basic things yourself while you spot them for safety.
Have you checked into any homeschool p.e. classes? We have been in
two different classes in two different states and they have been very
inexpensive and the teachers were very flexible. We like the one
where we live now better. It gives an overview of a few sports and
they get to play in a fairly uncompetetive way. But maybe you could
find something like that.
This is something we struggle with also; so, I'm looking forward to
getting some more ideas myself. Glad you asked.
Terri
> something, but it is just too pricey. what do you do when theirtalented
> greatest interest is too expensive and not something you are
> (or flexible) enough in :) sarahWe have used videos from the library for things like ballet, drum,
>
voice and guitar lessons, art and karate and that has satisfied my
two for now. The library is such a great resource. We haven't even
scratched the surface of instructional videos that are available.
Don't know about gymnastics, though. But if your talking about
younger children, you could probably find info in the library and
teach some basic things yourself while you spot them for safety.
Have you checked into any homeschool p.e. classes? We have been in
two different classes in two different states and they have been very
inexpensive and the teachers were very flexible. We like the one
where we live now better. It gives an overview of a few sports and
they get to play in a fairly uncompetetive way. But maybe you could
find something like that.
This is something we struggle with also; so, I'm looking forward to
getting some more ideas myself. Glad you asked.
Terri
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In a message dated 2/19/2006 6:44:56 PM Eastern Standard Time,
Kent_Terri@... writes:
i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
Each parent can work with the kids based on their areas of expertise and the
group's interests. Science experiments, sewing, cooking, yoga, construction,
gardening, art, etc. Sometimes older homeschool kids can take turns sharing
their knowledge with those interested. Auto repair, sports (basketball, archery,
soccer), robot building, book clubs, etc.
If you aren't successful putting that together I suggest you shop around for
classes that fit within your budget. Where there is a will, you can find a
way. Fees vary a lot, for example: In our community there is a gymnastics
studio that charges by the season and you pay an annual registration fee of
50.00/student as well as 15.00 per class and they require full payment in advance of
the session. For two of my kids it cost us $460.00 initially. Too much. The
studio we go to now is run by a family friendly mom. She charges a $25.00
annual family registration, 10.00 per class and offers a 10%sibling discount.
It costs us 72.00 per month, payable monthly, for our two Olympic bound
gymnasts. Other classes we take, like piano, accept payment on a weekly basis. We
have a soup and grilled cheese night once a week and save enough for a $10.00
class. Brainstorm and you will find a way to do many of the things your
children are interested in. We have also had great success by gathering a group of
interested students and presenting yourselves to a business as a "class"
looking for an instructor. You can negotiate for reasonable rates and we have
found that few businesses turn down 8-10 paying students.
Drama classes at a conservatory can be expensive but you may be able to find
a talented homeschooler who is willing to work with you to put a play or
talent show together.
Prioritize...Cut expenses where you can, i.e., cable, food, heat, etc., or
clean your cellar and attic and have a yard sale or sell stuff on e-bay.
If the above ideas are overwhelming, design a gymnastics circuit in your
home. Climb over couches, balance on benches, crawl under tables, etc. Hold your
own creative movement class and play music and stretch, dance and move
together. The possibilities are endless.
Good luck,
Robin in MA
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Kent_Terri@... writes:
i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
> something, but it is just too pricey. what do you do when theirtalented
> greatest interest is too expensive and not something you are
> (or flexible) enough in :) sarahIdeally you try find other homeschoolers in your area and start a co-op.
Each parent can work with the kids based on their areas of expertise and the
group's interests. Science experiments, sewing, cooking, yoga, construction,
gardening, art, etc. Sometimes older homeschool kids can take turns sharing
their knowledge with those interested. Auto repair, sports (basketball, archery,
soccer), robot building, book clubs, etc.
If you aren't successful putting that together I suggest you shop around for
classes that fit within your budget. Where there is a will, you can find a
way. Fees vary a lot, for example: In our community there is a gymnastics
studio that charges by the season and you pay an annual registration fee of
50.00/student as well as 15.00 per class and they require full payment in advance of
the session. For two of my kids it cost us $460.00 initially. Too much. The
studio we go to now is run by a family friendly mom. She charges a $25.00
annual family registration, 10.00 per class and offers a 10%sibling discount.
It costs us 72.00 per month, payable monthly, for our two Olympic bound
gymnasts. Other classes we take, like piano, accept payment on a weekly basis. We
have a soup and grilled cheese night once a week and save enough for a $10.00
class. Brainstorm and you will find a way to do many of the things your
children are interested in. We have also had great success by gathering a group of
interested students and presenting yourselves to a business as a "class"
looking for an instructor. You can negotiate for reasonable rates and we have
found that few businesses turn down 8-10 paying students.
Drama classes at a conservatory can be expensive but you may be able to find
a talented homeschooler who is willing to work with you to put a play or
talent show together.
Prioritize...Cut expenses where you can, i.e., cable, food, heat, etc., or
clean your cellar and attic and have a yard sale or sell stuff on e-bay.
If the above ideas are overwhelming, design a gymnastics circuit in your
home. Climb over couches, balance on benches, crawl under tables, etc. Hold your
own creative movement class and play music and stretch, dance and move
together. The possibilities are endless.
Good luck,
Robin in MA
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Jessica Radtke
A mom in our area had a daughter who desperately
wanted to take gymnastics classes. The regular classes
were expensive and not at a convenient time so she
arranged to not only have a homeschool class so that
the class would be at a convenient time and her
daughter could be around other homeschoolers, she also
arranged for the parents to act as volunteers. We each
took one turn as parent volunteer per session. We
basically acted as "crowd control" to help keep the
little ones from crashing or running over one another
while on the floor and never did anything "teachy",
but it kept them from having to hire another teacher
for the session and they passed that savings on to us.
We paid A LOT less for that class than we would have
for a regular class and it's a good thing too because
otherwise my son would never have enjoyed several
years worth of gymnastics while we were on a tight
budget.
We have also taken lots of "classes" through the local
parks departments and the libraries. I even took a
whole series of VERY inexpensive classes at our local
library during which I had several months worth of
tap, jazz, ballet, bellydance, and yoga classes.
Afterwards the teachers offered continuing classes at
a discount to the people who took the class. I'd also
suggest that you ask around at local homeschooling
groups. We live in a small town but in our local group
we have a wealth of moms who are experienced in
various things. We have an artist, a former gymnastics
coach, a scientist, an archeologist, a professional
musician, and more...and those are just the moms. We
also have lots of parents and kids who have
interesting hobbies and are willing to share their
knowledge for free. And don't overlook other kids who
are taking those things your daughter is interested
in. Even though I wanted to, I never got to take a
gymnastics class or a dance class when I was a kid
(though I did when I got older), yet I was a
cheerleader and was on the dance squad/flag corps in
high school. I learned most of what I learned by
hanging out with my friends who did get to take those
classes and having them show me what they learned! I
also second the video suggestion but add that most
libraries will primarily have beginner videos. If you
look online or in trade magazines you will find
sources for more in depth videos. For instance, look
here: http://www.activevideos.com/gymnastics.htm
http://www.i-needtoknow.com/gymnastics/videos.html You
can also find discount gymnastics equipment and more.
Gotta' go! I'm being paged by my youngest!
Jessica
Come check out my art blog!
http://dancingdovecreations.blogspot.com/
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wanted to take gymnastics classes. The regular classes
were expensive and not at a convenient time so she
arranged to not only have a homeschool class so that
the class would be at a convenient time and her
daughter could be around other homeschoolers, she also
arranged for the parents to act as volunteers. We each
took one turn as parent volunteer per session. We
basically acted as "crowd control" to help keep the
little ones from crashing or running over one another
while on the floor and never did anything "teachy",
but it kept them from having to hire another teacher
for the session and they passed that savings on to us.
We paid A LOT less for that class than we would have
for a regular class and it's a good thing too because
otherwise my son would never have enjoyed several
years worth of gymnastics while we were on a tight
budget.
We have also taken lots of "classes" through the local
parks departments and the libraries. I even took a
whole series of VERY inexpensive classes at our local
library during which I had several months worth of
tap, jazz, ballet, bellydance, and yoga classes.
Afterwards the teachers offered continuing classes at
a discount to the people who took the class. I'd also
suggest that you ask around at local homeschooling
groups. We live in a small town but in our local group
we have a wealth of moms who are experienced in
various things. We have an artist, a former gymnastics
coach, a scientist, an archeologist, a professional
musician, and more...and those are just the moms. We
also have lots of parents and kids who have
interesting hobbies and are willing to share their
knowledge for free. And don't overlook other kids who
are taking those things your daughter is interested
in. Even though I wanted to, I never got to take a
gymnastics class or a dance class when I was a kid
(though I did when I got older), yet I was a
cheerleader and was on the dance squad/flag corps in
high school. I learned most of what I learned by
hanging out with my friends who did get to take those
classes and having them show me what they learned! I
also second the video suggestion but add that most
libraries will primarily have beginner videos. If you
look online or in trade magazines you will find
sources for more in depth videos. For instance, look
here: http://www.activevideos.com/gymnastics.htm
http://www.i-needtoknow.com/gymnastics/videos.html You
can also find discount gymnastics equipment and more.
Gotta' go! I'm being paged by my youngest!
Jessica
Come check out my art blog!
http://dancingdovecreations.blogspot.com/
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Sent: Sunday, February 19, 2006 5:43 PM
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Subject: [unschoolingbasics] Re: price of interests...
i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
voice and guitar lessons, art and karate and that has satisfied my
two for now. The library is such a great resource. We haven't even
scratched the surface of instructional videos that are available.
Don't know about gymnastics, though. But if your talking about
younger children, you could probably find info in the library and
teach some basic things yourself while you spot them for safety.
Have you checked into any homeschool p.e. classes? We have been in
two different classes in two different states and they have been very
inexpensive and the teachers were very flexible. We like the one
where we live now better. It gives an overview of a few sports and
they get to play in a fairly uncompetetive way. But maybe you could
find something like that.
This is something we struggle with also; so, I'm looking forward to
getting some more ideas myself. Glad you asked.
Terri
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Melaleuca Customer
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-----Original Message-----
From: [email protected]
[mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of mother_bhaer
Sent: Sunday, February 19, 2006 5:43 PM
To: [email protected]
Subject: [unschoolingbasics] Re: price of interests...
i would love to get them into gymnastics class or
> something, but it is just too pricey. what do you do when theirtalented
> greatest interest is too expensive and not something you are
> (or flexible) enough in :) sarahWe have used videos from the library for things like ballet, drum,
>
voice and guitar lessons, art and karate and that has satisfied my
two for now. The library is such a great resource. We haven't even
scratched the surface of instructional videos that are available.
Don't know about gymnastics, though. But if your talking about
younger children, you could probably find info in the library and
teach some basic things yourself while you spot them for safety.
Have you checked into any homeschool p.e. classes? We have been in
two different classes in two different states and they have been very
inexpensive and the teachers were very flexible. We like the one
where we live now better. It gives an overview of a few sports and
they get to play in a fairly uncompetetive way. But maybe you could
find something like that.
This is something we struggle with also; so, I'm looking forward to
getting some more ideas myself. Glad you asked.
Terri
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