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[quote=Anonymous]It is interesting that folks choose the sports aspect to harp on. I raised 3 kids - 2 were travel club team level athletes (now playing in college) and the middle one was in an elite level orchestra program for 4 years. As far as time commitment, financial resources, travel, the arms race regarding equipment, stress involving tryouts and competitions, and parent "douchery" and drama, the orchestra program was the "worst" by far. Yet, it was her "passion" so we went along with it when we should have nixed it. Now, she will not even pick up an instrument. It was horrible. IMO, the sports experience was a far more healthy experience and taught more positive values. I guess my point is that any experience can be bad or good. As parets, you have to be vigilant and make sure that whatever experience it is, is healthy for the child and beneficial. FWIW for the OP: I think what your dance instructor is suggesting is "too much too young." [/quote]
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