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Table tennis for children: classes in the section, what is useful
When choosing a sport for your child, be sure to consider table tennis. It has a lot of advantages, compared to a large one, it is not so tiring and difficult, but it still helps to cope with excess weight and put the body and mind in order.
Table tennis for children
In this sport, there is no distinction between boys and girls, it suits both to the same extent. As for the age, the section accepts different children, distributing them to the appropriate groups.
You can play table tennis for children from 6 years old
The ideal age to start training is 6-7 years old. It is not recommended to come to the group earlier – this is due to the low ability to concentrate on the subject and the slow reaction in young children. In addition, ping-pong tables are standard, there are no special children’s options. Therefore, the baby will not be able to properly learn the technique, but only will be tormented.
If you and your child do not plan to engage in this sport professionally, he can start later at any time, in any case it will be good for health. But with a few exceptions. There are some contraindications for classes:
- Scoliosis.
- Myopia and retinal diseases.
- Hypertension.
The danger of curvature of the spine is associated to a greater extent with the tension of the muscles from the side of the working arm. With a weak degree of myopia, classes are allowed. But with weak immunity, they will be very useful. Consult your pediatrician before placing your child in sports.
The benefits of ping pong practice
In addition to general strengthening of the body, improvement of immunity and physical fitness, the following advantages of “small” tennis can be noted:
- Prevention of visual impairment. Constant focus on the approaching and receding subject trains the eye muscles, which is useful for reducing the risk of myopia, and also helps with its mild degree.
- Training of reaction and good coordination of movements. It can also help in other sports like boxing.
- Development of mental abilities. During the game, the child learns to choose tactics, apply them in practice, calculate the moves.
- Formation of personal qualities, such as dedication, persistence in achieving goals, hard work, ability to make quick decisions.
- Development of fine motor skills, strengthening of the muscles of the hand. It improves the kidneys and helps with drawing.
To relieve tension from the back muscles, you need to visit the pool. This will prevent curvature of the spine. It is also good to take your child to massage sessions from time to time.