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[quote=Anonymous]I think it depends what's making her anxious. Last summer my 7 yo burst into tears the first time the team did cheers. She was terrified. After letting her watch from a distance for a couple of meets and practicing the cheers, she was right in there with friends cheering away. She was just slow to warm up. My older daughter false started at her first club meet as an 8 yo and was very upset, embarrassed and anxious. She never wanted to do a meet again. I had a coach practice the signals with her 1:1 and let her watch the heats ahead of her at her next meet. This gave her the confidence to try again. I didn't want her to give up because of one bad experience. Sometimes helping a younger swimmer make a friend on the team, some coaching, or watching a bit is all it takes. Older swimmers on the team can also mentor and be a great support as they get more comfortable too.[/quote]
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