Monday, March 14, 2011

Tiger Father or Need a Job

I am sure if it is because I am reading "Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother" or because I am not working, but I set a new goal for my 4 year old.  He is going to be the first person in our family tree to compete in the Olympics.  I am targeting the 2024 summer games.

What sport(s)?  He is very strong and fearless, which probably describes most 4 year old boys.  Nonetheless, I think he has talent in and an affinity for gymnastics.  He also loves swimming and jumping in the water so I am thinking perhaps either platform diving or the backstroke.  This morning I taught him the Cannonball and the Jack-knife, and he quickly added the Reverse Cannonball and Reverse Jack-knife to his repertoire.   As far as backstroke is concerned, he has a strong, fast kick and doesn't really like getting his face wet, making backstroke perfect.  He would probably be a sprinter rather than a distance swimming.

Next steps?  Buy books on the sports and find some good coaches.  Practice! Practice! Practice!  Up at 5 AM for practice.  Up until midnight studying.

Donations to help offset his training expenses are accepted and appreciated.

Freestyle demo




1 comment:

  1. maybe he can teach his old aunt how to swim???
    that's a wonderful activity for him, wears out
    all that energy, AND builds a great skill.
    Keep it up!

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