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| Markus has always been a great
basketball coach to my boys, but last month he went
above and beyond by driving several towns away to
watch Ian's rec league basketball game--on a Friday
night! That's not the first time he's made an extra
effort for us. A few months ago, Ian missed a class
when he spent a weekend in the hospital for an
allergic reaction. I emailed Markus to let him know
and he cheered up the patient with a phone call to
his hospital room. We appreciate Markus both for his
loud basketball advice and his quiet, behind the
scenes support for his players. |
| Kylie always goes the extra
mile. She is not only extremely helpful at the front
desk but works so well with the kids in the gym. She
definitely sticks out! |
| Varduhi Nahapetian is my
daughter's coach. She is so diligent.
Varduhi has always strived for excellence in
working with our children. She is friendly, caring
and motivates our kids to do the best. Great work Varduhi! |
| Beth Goodell is very
professional and a dedicated person. She takes great
pride in her work. Beth treats each child
individually and brings out the best in each one of
them. She coaches the Prep opt team and developed
them into quite a competitive team where they have
won 1st place twice and the girls themselves have
won many awards. I am thrilled Beth is a part of the
NESA team. Beth teaches both my daughters Leianna
(level3) and Zarina (prep-opt) in gymnastics. In
prep-opt she has brought the team to a level of
success never seen before at NESA. It is very
refreshing to have a coach who is not just extremely
knowlegeable in the sport but also have years of
experience in competitions. Beth attends to the
individual gymnast's strength and weakness to
perform at their best in competitions. She has a
balance of maternal yet challenging and no-nonsense
style of coaching. I hope Beth continues to coach
the prep-opt team next season
Her coaching style has what kids need to advance
without the stress other coaches may put on athletes
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Beth is a talented,nuturing and enthusiastic
coach to my daughter, Jennifer. She always has time
to chat with her students and parents and is so
encouraging to all of the kids! She is the BEST!
We love Beth--she is a wonderful coach!!!! |
| Matt is a new teacher and my
daughter just started his Tuesday 4:30 - 6:00
gymnastics and he is amazing with the kids. So much
so that 2 of my other friends enrolled to his class
after seeing how good he was. |
| Carlos Sennego's dedication in
teaching the children ALWAYS goes above and beyond
everyone's expectations. He is great and we really
appreciate his devotion. |
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Beth Goodell is so great with my daughter. She is knowledgeable and really cares for all of the girls in her prep op class. |
Michael Lanphear is a great coach because he really pays
individual attention and is always enthusiatic.
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He is amazing with the children and patient. Even when he
has no time he makes the time to speak with you to make sure
your child is happy. We just love him!!
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Michael is an excellent teacher, proactive, knowledgeable
and enthusiastic. we love having him for our class!
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Michael is GREAT with the adult gymnastics class. He
actively coaches us and teaches us technique. He is patient
and a FABULOUS coach. |
Markus is a great teacher. He does lots of different kinds
of sports. He is wonderful with children, challenging them
to be better athletes while allowing them to move at their
own pace if they need to.
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My daughter loves gymnastics because of him and the
tumblebus |
Kathleen Colwell is a great coach and make all children
around her to feel comfortable, learning and enjoyable with
gymnastics.She always goes beyond her duty. If you have
question, you can reach her anytime and anywhere. She will
respond to you patiently.
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She is a wonderful coach - very dedicated and goes
beyond. She loves the kids and shows it by making
them feel important and motivates them. |
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Tobias is awesome, the kids love him! He goes out of his way
to make sure that our class (Norwood Moms Club) runs
smoothly even though every week there is some screwup with
the teachers. |
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Jessica White is ALWAYS kind, pleasant & ready to offer a
smile. Working at the front desk is a KEY area to make a
positive first impression on your customers! Whether there
are 10 or 2 people waiting, she is always smiling! It's
refreshing! |
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In my child's words, "I love Nicole Kelleher even though
she's really tough on me" |
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Tobias Potyranski was so awesome
during our birthday party, as well as handling a very
difficult situation of a child who was dropped off for a
birthday party which wasn't happening and left there without
a guardian. Considering the stress of the situation, he
handled it very professionally and still helped our party to
be great! |
Tobias Potyranski gets extra points from everyone in the
progress program. He has a very encouraging yet calming
effect on both the kids and the parents.
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My son is in the Progress Progam on
Saturday mornings and Tobias has always been a superb
instructor -- patient but, yet can push the children in a
gentle way. |
I cannot give Carlos Sennego ENOUGH praise. He is truly
exceptional. Not only is he passionate about soccer, he is
committed to instilling in the kids that same passion. He
routinely goes over and above his duties, all so that the
kids can learn and become excited about the sport. I should
thank YOU for having Carlos on your team.
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He always goes above and beyond with the kids. He's great! |
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Markus is wonderful with the kids! He is a skilled
basketball coach who can make meaningful drills for little
ones while still keeping the learning fun. My son has been
coming to NESA since he was five and loves it! We are
greatful to have Markus teaching our son. |
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Kathy Colwell is such an outstanding coach. She always follows up on emails and genuinely cares about the children. She is very organized and follows through on everything she says. She is an asset to NESA. |
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I have never met a coach as talented as Markus. It is clear that he loves what he does, and he is wonderful with the children. He teaches them skills, keeps them in line, all in a loving manner. The kids adore him, which is a huge recommendation in itself. Can't say enough about him : ) |
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Coach Levon is THE BEST!!! Makes each gymnast strive to be the best they can be!! |
My son, age 9, has been
in the boys pre-team and team gymnastics program at NESA and its predecessor for approximately 5 years.
Neither my wife nor I had any prior experience with
gymnastics. However, we knew enough to firmly
believe that gymnastics at NESA would provide him
with invaluable cross training for his alpine ski
racing career as well as other sports he might
choose to pursue. Particularly, we believed that no
sport provides a better training platform for a
combination of flexibility, balance and strength.
We have not been disappointed. Levon is the
perfect coach. The facility is great. He loves
the sport. The flexibility and balance he has
developed in gymnastics has given him a significant
and visible advantage over other ski racers his age.
Core strength developed in gymnastics has clearly
given him similar advantages, just in less obvious
ways. Although ski racing was our original focus, we
know that gymnastics training has helped substantially in other sports such as karate (where
he has a brown belt), golf, baseball and soccer.
We intend for our son to continue with gymnastics
as a key cross training tool for the duration of his
sports career.
Peter Hicks |
Levon's training is unbelievable...it's benefit to our son goes way beyond gymnastics...It's helped prepare him for many of life's challenges...We would highly recommend this program, this facility, this school and this coach to anyone.
David & Nancy Littman |
Thank
you for your outstanding service this past year in
providing soccer training for Walpole Youth Soccer
Association. This training helped to develop the
skills of over 288 soccer players in the Under 9/10
age group. In addition, over 50 coaches were trained
in proper coaching techniques, which will allow them
to continue to provide our players the benefits from
your expertise. The result has not only been more
proficient and enthusiastic players, but you have
inspired them to seek additional training currently
offered at NESA. We value your contributions to our
club and look forward to a long and beneficial
relationship in the future.
--Thomas Grimes, Director of Walpole Youth Soccer |
| Our organization, Keeping Pace
with Multiple Miracles (KPMM), provides a full range
of support and services for families of multiples –
twins, triplets, quadruplets. As one can imagine,
the challenges of raising several children of the
same age are as delightful as they are daunting.
Many of our families have other children prior to or
after having their multiples. The stresses of
maintaining the family healthy and whole cannot be
counted on two hands. This is where New England
Sports Academy steps in.
Through the smart and sympathetic guidance of
Henry Shterenberg, our families have benefited in
numerous ways. These include the use of the gym
facility, the programs offered, fitness for moms,
scholarships for vacation camps, and with NESA as a
venue for our annual holiday party. KPMM families
have been accorded a special discount that enables
them to come throughout the year to a “Mom and Me”
program of tumbling and basic gymnastics. Where most
other gyms require one adult per child, NESA has
understood our families’ plight, and allows one
parent to accompany their multiples.
The staff at NESA is very professional, friendly
and terrific with children. The open gym program
that has been offered on Sundays and now, during the
weekdays, has become a very big hit. Often, it is
hard for a family with multiples to get out of the
house. Getting the children excited about a place to
go, as well as dressed and ready to go is a
complicated matter. However, going to the gym is so
special that this has opened new opportunities for
families to let their children get the exercise they
need in a safe fun environment, and at the same
time, helps the parents maintain their sanity!
KPMM is also very fortunate to have access to the
NESA facility for its annual holiday party. This is
an occasion that gives our families from across the
state a chance to come together and enjoy our
multiple blessings. The fact that the gym can easily
accommodate a large group of children of varied ages
makes the party extra-special. It also introduces
our new families to the wonders of NESA and gets
them eager to sign up as soon as their babies have
become toddlers.
It should be evident by now that the wonderful
relationship that has been formed between NESA and
the families of KPMM is one that we hope will remain
healthy and long-lasting. Thank you Henry! Thank you
NESA! |
New England Sports Academy (NESA)
has provided the Westwood area early childhood
providers with professional development
opportunities regarding the importance of physical
education within the early education and care
settings. These seminars have been well received and
staff have reported expanding their knowledge and
increasing their skills in providing physical
education within their programs. The importance of
physical activity to promote optimal growth and
development in the early years is well documented;
supporting staff to recognize this and facilitate
developmentally appropriate physical activity
opportunities is an important step in the process.
--Carol Craig-O’Brien Early Childhood Coordinator |
We have been satisfied
customers of the tumble bus through the New England
Sports Academy for years. We love the convenience of
the program, and the curriculum is wonderful. It is
great to have the bus just park on our school's
driveway and provide gymnastics classes for our
children. The instructors have been very nurturing
towards the children, and they are very
knowledgeable and patient. The children absolutely
love the tumble bus and look forward to it coming
each week. It is by far the most successful program
we have ever run here."
--Pam Rowe, Director Storyville Preschool Inc.
Watertown, MA |
I have run the recreation
programs for the town for the past five years. The
programs we run are for students in grades K - high
school. We are always looking for new programs to
run and one day we received a call from NESA about
possibly running some type of an event with them. I
felt this would be a great opportunity to bring in a
new program for the town of Milton. We run a middle
school ID program for students in grades 6 -8. We
run five dances, one trip on the Spirit of Boston,
and two additional events during the year. This year
we took the 6th graders to the NESA and the feedback
from each and every student was extremely positive.
I received many phone calls from parents asking me
if we can run more trips to the NESA. We are taking
the 7th and 8th graders on March 4th and since the
6th grade field trip the numbers for this next event
have increased significantly. During the 6th grade
trip to NESA I watched very closely as to how the
program was coordinated and I was very impressed.
What I looked for mostly was the interaction between
the instructor and the students. The instructors at
every sport program were focused on each and every
student. The instructors gave every student a
positive reaction after every event. I am looking
forward to running more of my programs at the NESA
and the staff should be acknowledged.
--Paul DiManno, Assistant Recreation Director for
the town of Milton |
What has your experience been with NESA?
My son started gymnastics at 2.5 years and
loved it. We've done other gymnastic classes at
other places, but this is by far most professional
and true gymnastics.
My experience has been a very positive one. My
girls look forward look forward to coming every
week.
It is great for children. Because it is fun and
it gives them discipline.
The teachers have been great. They are very good
at motivating the kids.
NESA works well for my family there are so many
choices. I can have 3 of my kids participating in
different programs at the same time.
Very good, Instructors are supportive of
students..not too lenient or too rigid like some
other studios.
The experience has been positive. The owner is
committed and involved and the coaches are highly
skilled.
Our daughter has enjoyed coming to class each
week. It has been a very rewarding experience for
her.
Good programs with qualified personnel who are
able to work with a group and yet pay attention to
individual needs and growth.
Excellent.I have been taking the adult class for
eight months. I love it and have signed up for a
second class!
Very good! The coaches are very motivated to
teach the students.
It is great for my daughter. She needs extra
practice in her gymnastics and NESA offers the
open gym every Sunday for her to practice. Open gym
is great.
Nice place for kids and parties. Nice team!
Our boys love gymnastics. The facilities are
impressive, and they are active and engaged the
whole time they are here.
Nothing but positive.his teachers have been both
encouraging and challenging! We have been more than
satisfied.
Our family had really enjoyed the open gym on
Sunday mornings. The kids come to swing on the rope
over the foam pit, jump on the trampoline and just
run around. There something for everyone regardless
of age. It's one of our favorite family activities.
It's been a great experience. This is the 2nd yea
my child has attended, and she has learned a lot. I
can see the difference in the way her skills have
developed.
Our experience has been positive. The
teachers are very organized and disciplined. This
has been our experience for the past 3 years.
My 5 year old daughter has been coming
since the parent and toddler class when she was 1
and a half years old. She continues to come once a
week for recreational gymnastics.
Our daughter has attended gymnastic classes at NESA. Both our sons
and daughter have attended birthday parties at NESA.
We have found the quality of instruction to be very
good. The facilities at NESA are quite excellent and
the staff very helpful, especially related to
make-up classes that may be needed.
Very positive experience, patient teachers and
friendly office staff.
Great! We love Tobias.we take his class here and
also have the tumble bus with Tobias. My daughter is
5 and loves the classes.
My 3 year olds experience has been
excellent. It is a friendly, welcoming environment
with an emphasis on the kids, teaching them
gymnastics, the importance of exercise and having
fun. The coaches are all experienced and dedicated
to the kids.
I like the program too much and I think I will
try to stay with it.
Very good, energetic class with constant movement
and instruction.
Wonderful! Facilities are gorgeous, staff is
great with the kids.
We were going a couple of years ago for a few
years for the older kids and are now returning for
the younger one with the older ones. Staff has been
nice and helpful. The facility is clean and exciting
to look at. The children love coming, but they are
sore sometimes after working really hard, which I
think is good.
I have been a gymnast at New England Sports
Academy for the past 6 years. Since the first day I
walked into the gym, the coaches have helped me
every step of the way. To this day, they have helped
me improve both physically and mentally. They have
also taught me how to apply these skills to the real
world. Because of the great coaching, I am
determined, confident, and focused. Without all of
the wonderful coaches, not to mention an excellent
atmosphere, I wouldn't be the same person that I am
today.
I am a level nine gymnast. I have been doing
gymnastics for 13 years. 11 out of those 13 years I
have spent training at New England Sports Academy,
where I became a team gymnast. The coaches and staff
at N.E.S.A. are helpful, enthusiastic, supporting,
and determined. Without them I would not be where I
am today. The superb coaching has helped me through
difficult times that I have faced as a gymnast. When
becoming frustrated because I could not get a skill
the coaches were always there to encourage me and
guide me along the way. From beginning as a little
kindergartener who could just about pull off a
cartwheel to becoming a level 9 gymnast who is able
to tumble above the beam and swing high on the bars;
I have developed in many years. The combination of
great facilities, nurturing coaches, and friendly
and supporting staff was the way to my success.
I have been sitting upstairs watching my daughter
in her gymnastics class for the past few weeks. I am
so pleased by what I've seen. Her instructor,
Natasha is wonderful. She is so upbeat and patient
and fun. I just wanted you to know what a great
experience this has been for my daughter.
My 3 girls have been coming to New England Sports
Academy for 10 years, all of them are part of the
competitive gymnastics team. I really believe that
their experience at NESA has made them better well
rounded children. The coaching staff is one of the
best in the area. They are also wonderful role
models for the kids. Because of the many hours spent
there my girls have developed a wonderful
relationship with the coaches and their teammates.
I'm thrilled that they have this. I can't think of a
better place for my kids to spend their time.
Thank you for the opportunity of allowing pack 1
Islington to enjoy an overnight stay at your
facility. The 30 plus boys had a wonderful time, one
boy told his dad, "This is the best night of my
life." My compliments to your staff, Tobias and Josh
for an excellent job. They organized activities so
the boys were safe, interested and fun. All of the
parents who attended were able to relax and enjoy
watching the boys with confidence in the staff and
equipment. By now, we have all recovered from the
soreness of our pickup basketball game. I would
recommend the Sports Academy to anyone looking for
fun and healthy youth activity. We will be
contacting you about scheduling another event for
next year. |
How do you think sports help your child in everyday life?
Makes them more competitive toward
challenges they face daily.
She is very energetic and active. Gymnastics has
been a good release for her, and she loves it.
It teaches him how to be part of a group and what
his likings and skills are.
They become stronger and more confident, and
definitely more active when playing.
Yes, with coordination and getting his energy
out.
I feel stronger, and happier. I‘m having great
fun and learning things I couldn’t do as a child.
The instructors are wonderful.
Gymnastics has helped Isaac with his gross motor
skills and built his confidence when participating
in other physical activities.
The discipline learned from the sport helps in
all areas of life.
It helps with coordination and they have fun.
They meet other children and learn about teamwork.
They are more focused.
It helps a lot because it gives discipline and
promotes exercise.
It helps her to learn to be well rounded in a
variety of ways.
It adds confidence, gives them added strength,
and energy.
Sport is so important and it teaches children how
to stay healthy, fit, be determined and persistent,
as well as how to work as part of a team, learning
how to respect and appreciate others.
Increased body awareness and confidence
contributes to her abilities to accept new
challenges and not develop fears of new experiences.
Coordination, general good health and discipline.
Sports is very important it teaches children that
being healthy and active is the best way to live.
Working together trying their best and having fun is
what sport is all about.
Sports helped my daughter stay focused and
confident and that translated into all aspects of
her life.
Learning how to be a team player as well as
coordination and confidence.
It helped my sons with socialization and
coordination.
Learning to be part of a group and getting along.
I strongly believe in the connection between
physical activity and educational development.
Strong bodies build strong minds. It also helps to
develop coordination and bone density.
The gymnastics program has helped my son to take
appropriate physical risks, challenging himself in
new ways.
Concentration, confidence, friendship, trust,
fun, and patience.
Sport has built confidence and strength in her
development.
Physical coordination, feeling comfortable in
their own skin, learning how to be competitive and
dealing with others in competition, confidence in
and enjoyment of their abilities.
It puts me in a good mood after every class!
Teaches them to be team players. Gives them
strength and coordination.
I believe every child should do at least one
sport for a healthy life style. It is good to start
young. Exercising is the best medicine.
In so many ways; self-confidence ,expelling
necessary energy, staying sane in the winter, fun
with mom and dad.
Confidence, strength, coordination, and
socialization.
Learning to do something scary, this raises their
self-confidence.
Sports is a very large part of American
education, it teaches them perseverance, commitment,
and teamwork, which they will draw on later in life.
It rejuvenates them and keeps them active, it
also makes them sleep well at night.
Being physical and loud is essential for boys to
grow and learn. Sports is one place boys can be
themselves without being scolded!
He has gained much confidence and independence as
he has seen that he can try new things and succeed.
What a healthy way to expend year old energy.
I believe sports are important in everyday life.
Playing sports give you the ability and skills to
build confidence. Also, being involved in sports can
give you a great workout, which we all need to stay
healthy and fit.
Sports has helped my daughter build more
confidence and allows her to be a team player at
school. It also allows her to become more out going,
because she is very shy.
Kids learn to follow directions, work
cooperatively, control their bodies, see the success
that comes with not giving up...not to mention being
healthy and strong.
Increases confidence, strength, coordination, and
overall fitness levels. An essential part of every
child’s development.
Helps with discipline, confidence and fitness.
It gives her a positive sense of self and
encourages her to be strong in her body.
Building strength, self confidence and the
ability to participate in movements.
The sports helped my baby girl to learn and
practice her English, also to coordinate her
movements.
It makes them more confident, stronger in life
long sports and skills.
The monotonous cycle of school and homework
leaves my kids tired and brain dead. We are always
looking for an extra curricular fun way to excite
their minds and energize their bodies. |
In what ways do you think our program has helped your child?
More in control of the body.
Good experience playing with other kids and
physical activity.
It has helped him develop his gymnastical skills,
listen to the instructions and just have fun doing
things that he likes.
She looks forward to it every week. It has given
her a positive learning experience.
Coordination, concentration, flexibility, and
balance. A great foundation for all sports.
I think it has helped build confidence by trying
the different apparatus and having fun doing them.
Walking across the high beam was scary at first but
they were very proud of themselves when they did it.
They became stronger, more flexible and they are
having lots of fun.
Confidence, self-esteem. She has strived to do
her best in gymnastics. By striving, she learns what
it means to achieve as well as that failure only
leads to eventual achievement.
They are learning to take directions. The
teachers are very well trained and that helps when
they’re dealing with the kids. They respect the
teachers.
Your programs have taught my daughter
self-discipline, given her self=esteem, made her
incredibly fit and enthusiastic about gymnastics.
Improved balance and coordination.
By building confidence as well as physical
ability.
To be a good athlete and discipline.
Self-confidence and esteem, agility and
flexibility, friendship and how to make new friends.
Hannah has increases in confidence and has
learned entry level gymnastic skills.
He has learned to be part of a group and team.
Both are stronger and less shy.
The program has helped in learning to take turns
and in building her self-esteem.
It made them more comfortable in their bodies.
My child is challenged but has fun. There are a
number of classes to choose from, their is always
something new to learn and do.
Confidence building, exercise, motivation and
team spirit.
More excited about doing activities with others.
She loves coming...it has helped her gain
confidence with trying new physical activities such
as cartwheels. Improved range of motion.
She has become physically stronger. Her
confidence has increased. She can now go into the
gym even if her favorite teacher isn’t teaching.
The coaches are very professional, they teach and
demonstrate valuable skills and positive attitudes
to very young children. ( it is not overly
simplified for kids)
Sophia has been able to explore a sport that is
her own and not her brothers. Her own experience
allows her confidence, concentration and a sense of
humor. She’s also learned to trust herself mentally
and physically.
Sports conducted in fun way in fun environment
makes them feel comfortable in putting forth their
best, without evening knowing it. They look forward
to gym every week.
The coaches are enthusiastic and supportive. my
body feels stronger than it has in years.
My daughter needs to improve her gymnastics
routine and open gym offers the opportunity.
Changing the time of open gym to 9-12 made it even
better.
My daughter has enjoyed the summer gymnastics
programs. The instructors fostered my daughters
development of self confidence in a safe and
physical environment.
My kids just started a program so its a little
early to say. Thus far we have only done open gym.
It’s great to have a place for them to be
physically active during the winter months, and
their teachers really focus on them during class.
He has been put in a position to try new
things...the body control, balance, and agility he
has developed is truly remarkable.
Your programs have helped my daughter by
strengthening her muscles and giving her upper body
and lower body strength. Also, working out has given
her great mental being, an she feels better about
herself because she’s able to accomplish things that
she didn’t think were possible.
Your program has helped my child in self-esteem,
discipline, and allows her to focus and concentrate
on what's important. She also learned how to
prioritize her school work. (that’s where discipline
comes in) Not to mention it’s a great form of
exercise.
The best part of the program is that they are
totally age/skill appropriate and build on past
success. Kids continually see the success of
practice. The teachers never push beyond what a kid
can do, but build confidence in kids by having them
try what they will be able to do.
Your teachers show the students respect and have
a great way of teaching discipline.
It gives them exercise and helps them develop
physically. The exposure to gymnastics give them the
opportunity to decide if they want to focus on this
particular sport.
We have 5 children and each has his/her own
strengths and needs. For some we want an exciting
exercise outlet and for one we think she has amazing
gymnastic ability and we want to pursue it. |
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