Whatever your role, your child's experience in swimming has much to do with your positive support. The Parents Role Competitive swimming allows the swimmer to experience success and to learn how to deal with defeat, while becoming healthy and physically fit. As a parent, your major responsibility is to provide a stable, loving and supportive environment. This positive environment will encourage your child to continue. Show your interest by ensuring your child's attendance at practices and coming to the meets.
Parents serve as role models and their attitudes are often emulated by their children.
Be aware of this and strive to be positive role models by showing good sportsmanship at all times towards coaches, officials, opponents and teammates. Be enthusiastic and supportive - Remember that your child is the swimmer. Children need to establish their own goals and make their own progress towards them. Be careful not to impose your own standards and goals. Do not over burden your child with winning or achieving best times.