Joining a Squad: Why This Is Usually the Right First Step
When children enjoy competitions, parents often feel pressure to act — more training, more structure, better coaching.
This article explains why gym squads are usually the safest and most effective place to begin. It explores what squads do well, how they introduce structure without compressing timelines, and why early optimisation often backfires.
This article is part of the series So Your Child Wants to Be a Comp Climber, a practical, parent-first guide to entering competitive climbing. You can find the full series and recommended reading order here
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