What age can a child start sports?? i.e. soccer, tee ball...?
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There are lots of sports that he can play at this age, the best place to start would be at a local YMCA or rec center to see what little leagues are forming.  Make sure you find something non-competitive, where the kids are playing the sport for fun, and points aren't being counted.  There are lots of little league teams that do this, where all the kids are considered "winners" and everyone gets little ribbons or prizes at the end of a season.  4 is a little young to have to deal with competitive play.
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3 1/2 to 4 years old. As early as you can. The earlier the better.
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I'd suggest talking with your child's doctor about this if possible.  He's still developing, so actually lifting weights could be dangerous.\n\nHowever, getting him into youth sports may be a good alternative if weightlifting isn't a good idea.  He can build muscle and learn teamwork at the same time.
1070242
soccer -n- softball 4 lyf !!!
334201
When he was 4 years old is when he began playing soccer in the sense that it was at 4 that he first played on a team (a 5-7 team). However, he grew up with a football from when he was less than a year old so it is hard to say. Both his father, who died when he was a young boy, and his older brother (who is now his agent) played professionally.
577103
get a new coach. Your son is probably learning how to play the game, tell the coach to lighten up and keep the FUN in the game and to not take it OUT of it
139359
Sounds like a great idea. Just make sure she needs to know how to hit the ball. That way you can help her ;)
860274
depend soccer here is very independent, high school usually offer all types of sport, it hink u.s. high school has most type of sport than any other country, soccer here is very popular for girl than boy my opinion.  boy more into football and basketball,  alot current kid play soccer in school are highly hispanic but is making sense, since they blood is play soccer.  comperation yes, usually around the city and county. if they do very well they can compete with state and even nationwide, however too bad hgih school or college soccer catch little interet in most american don't show in tv or cable exccept the MLS pro soccer league which establei not too long ago.   games can held any day really, but i think is more common at friday than any other day.  pratice can be everydays because usually those kid taking soccer, or in soccer team. don't go regular PT(physical training) all they do is focus that sport (soccer) nothing much else.  so is dailty thing.  and usually after school hour. very unlikely they pratice off school year, but depend, if school soccer team is good the coach might decide the team start few weeks ahead school year to get ready. but really kinda rare for soccer, football is common however\n\nhoped that help/.
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You have to be more specific. Where are you from? How old is your son?\n\nI know that the Dutch clubs, Feyenoord and Ajax take in youths aged around 9 and house them, school them and train them up.\n\nE-mail me with some details and I may assist.
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I have an idea, wrap your kid in bubble wrap and never ever let him do anything fun! That way he'll be safe AND miserable! Yes, get him a trampoline, but teach him how to be responsible with it and enforce that responsibility, i.e. only so many people on at a time, no wrestling matches, and by all means flip! That's what they're for, and he's not going to want one when he's fifteen. I had access to three trampolines because of family by the time I was six and I've never broken a thing, but if I had, it would have taught me not to be retarded on the trampoline. Kids aren't glass.
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some children played soccer, although it was more like modern day rugby. They used a pigs bladder and called it a footballe
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Only being 7 1/2, you probably won't see full potential, yet. She's still a kid but with continued practice and dedication, she will continue to achieve.  My suggestion is to send her to summer soccer camps and clinics. They will sharpen her skills and help improve on any weaknesses. In a few years, I would suggest trying her out for a competitive traveling soccer club. From there she will gain more experience from playing against other really good soccer players. The tougher competition will only make her better.\nAs far as the hesitation goes, I think that is just only being 7 yrs. old and not feeling confident all the time. She hesitates because she may feel unsure about herself at times.  Good Luck with everything!
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first join a local soccer asso and volunteer. depending on your experience and skill level, they will place you with an appropriate team. buy a good book/dvd on proper coaching/practice technigues depending on age group. let kids play the game without undue stress and have fun.....
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1. ask yer mom 2. buy a soccer ball n join a team
677609
Yes.  There are leagues, tournaments, a number of things for this age group.  Go to usta.com and just look around.  I would also contact a local tennis facility...athletic club w/tennis or whatever...and just ask to speak to someone about it.  You'll be able to get lots of answers that way and it will be in your area.  I would even call several different places.  You may also have a local tennis association.  Try checking with them.  They can be very instrumental in getting you setup and involved and placed where you need to be.
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kids need to be kids - they dont need to be forced to play sports - there is nothing wrong with allowing them to run around in the yard, if you have a basket ball hoop on your garage thats cool too... but when you divide into teams and make it "sports" its just wrong... let your kids be kids for a chance..\n\ngo for a walk
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I have coached a lot of players this age as a professional trainer. The three main ingredients for success are probably talent, drive and luck and if your daughter has all three she has a good shot. Supportive (but not overly aggressive!) parents certainly helps.\n\nSuggestions:\n\nMake sure she plays on a 'high profile' club or select team that enters tournaments where college coaches are likely to attend. Visibility is the key, particularly in those last two HS years.\n\nIf she hasn't already she needs to develop personal training habits so that fitness levels and (equally important) skill and first touch levels are constantly maintained and improved.\n\nMake sure your daughter knows her strengths and as much as possible ensure the coach plays her in positions that emphasis her strengths.\n\nCollege based soccer camps are good shop windows\n\nEncourage your daughter by all means but she needs to be self motivated or this will not happen. If she loves the game and is fortunate enough to have knowledgable, caring coaches she has every chance.\n\nFinal thought - allow her some time to be a youngster and to enjoy life. All work and no play - well you know...\n\nGood luck!