Extracurricular activities

[iceberg]

My ex and I signed up our kid for some karate classes 2x a week. We spoke about enrolling her to swimming classes as well which is probably also 2 times a week. I just wander if this would be too much for the kid or not. I don't want our 5 year old to be overwhelmed with things. She attends preschool as well. Would adding swimming classes or some other sport be too much?

Thanks in advance.

[standing on the sidelines]

i think swimming classes is great idea in case something ever happens where she needs that skill. I am not so sure about having activities four out of seven days on top of preschool. I guess it all depends on her energy level.

[Tayken]

Originally Posted by iceberg

My ex and I signed up our kid for some karate classes 2x a week. We spoke about enrolling her to swimming classes as well which is probably also 2 times a week. I just wander if this would be too much for the kid or not. I don't want our 5 year old to be overwhelmed with things. She attends preschool as well. Would adding swimming classes or some other sport be too much?

Thanks in advance.

1. Congratulations on being able to work with the other parent and get this all put together for the benefit of your children.

2. There really is no limit to what a child should do/be enrolled in. If your child is feeling overwhelmed they will tell you in some way. Either directly, complain, or just not want to participate. Once your children do this it may be time to talk it over with the other parent.

Good Luck!
Tayken