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Raising Pro Athletes

Marina Villatoro Kuperman

43 episodes

5 months ago

Today, let's dive into the often debated topic of homeschooling versus traditional schooling for young athletes. We'll explore the reality, challenges, and alternative education options that can support their athletic journey. As we discovered firsthand, many successful pro athletes are homeschooled or engage in flexible remote learning due to the demanding travel and training commitments. However, homeschooling didn't align with our family dynamic. We sought alternative education paths that ...

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Today, let's dive into the often debated topic of homeschooling versus traditional schooling for young athletes. We'll explore the reality, challenges, and alternative education options that can support their athletic journey. As we discovered firsthand, many successful pro athletes are homeschooled or engage in flexible remote learning due to the demanding travel and training commitments. However, homeschooling didn't align with our family dynamic. We sought alternative education paths that ...

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Episodes (20/43)

Raising Pro Athletes

Competitive Climbing in Front of Cameras: The Benefits, The Risks & Pressures

With a crew of eight to ten cameras capturing their every move, the climbers' true characters emerged. Some blossomed, energized by the attention and excitement - it was evident that being in front of the camera fueled their performance. On the other hand, a few talented athletes struggled to handle the pressure. Their innate abilities momentarily faded as they faced the overwhelming presence of cameras. Becoming a professional athlete entails learning to thrive in front of the cameras. It's ...

2 years ago

2 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Homeschooling & Traditional Schooling: Which One is Best for an Athlete?

Today, let's dive into the often debated topic of homeschooling versus traditional schooling for young athletes. We'll explore the reality, challenges, and alternative education options that can support their athletic journey. As we discovered firsthand, many successful pro athletes are homeschooled or engage in flexible remote learning due to the demanding travel and training commitments. However, homeschooling didn't align with our family dynamic. We sought alternative education paths that ...

2 years ago

4 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Buying a Team Uniform for Competitive Climbing: Cost Analysis, the Importance, and the Benefits

As parents, we invest in memberships, coaching, federation, and equipment, but often overlook the significance of a uniform. It's not just about appearance; it symbolizes commitment and belonging. When your child is the only one without a uniform in the team, it creates a sense of detachment and sends the wrong message. By embracing the uniform, your child becomes an integral part of a unit, fostering a sense of camaraderie and team spirit. Topics discussed in this episode: Commitment Beyond...

2 years ago

3 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Sports and Education: The Options, Costs, and Risks of a Child Athlete Pursuing College

In our society, there's an ingrained belief that university education is the only path to success. But what if your child's passion lies in becoming a professional rock climber or excelling in a particular sport? So today, we're diving into a critical topic that demands our attention: how to properly educate our athletes to help them reach their highest potential. As a parent, we must challenge the prevailing paradigm of non-traditional education invalidity and recognize that the prime years ...

2 years ago

4 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Joining a National Climbing Team: Federation Costs, the Pros, the Cons, and Costs

Now, you might be wondering, what exactly is a federation? Well, think of it as the governing body for climbers in your country, like the USA Climbing Team or the Spain Federation. These federations play a crucial role when it comes to representing your country on the global stage, such as the Olympics. But let's talk about the nitty-gritty—fees and costs, they vary from country to country. Having experienced three different federations—Guatemala, the US, and now Spain—I can tell you firsthan...

2 years ago

6 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

How to Keep Your Kid Humble While They Excel in Their Sports and Athletics

In this episode, join me as we tackle a crucial topic: not letting your child's success go to their head. Living in Guatemala, my kids trained extensively, mostly self-taught, until we hired a coach from Chile. As we ventured to Spain, a hub of world-class climbers, we sought a team to elevate our children's skills. However, I realized the danger of excessive praise and the impact it can have on a young athlete's mindset. Inspired by the renowned entrepreneur Jeff Bezos, I delve into the impo...

2 years ago

5 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

What is the Right Training Plan for Your Kid? Tips for Finding the Right One

Today, let’s delve deep into the heart of finding the perfect coaches and team for both of my sons, who are now at the next level of rock climbing. With me, Marina, we will unravel the complexities of both competition climbing and rock climbing, highlighting the distinct differences, and the need for tailored training plans. Discover the unique challenges we face as we navigate the exciting world of parenting, and how we've adapted our approach to accommodate these diverse aspirations. We wil...

2 years ago

8 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Parenting an Athlete: Your Role in Building Your Kid's Journey to Pro

Let’s explore the captivating journey of parenting professional athletes. In this episode, we delve into the crucial roles parents play in nurturing their aspiring rock climbers. Living in Spain, we've encountered families from around the world, all sharing the same determination to see their children reach new heights in the climbing world. One parent takes on the primary role, fully dedicated to their child's training, practice, and involvement. They accompany their young climber to the gym...

2 years ago

5 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Costs of Joining a Competitive Climbing Team: Teams, Gyms, Training and Preparation Costs

Let’s unravel the hidden costs and uncharted territories of joining a competitive rock climbing team. We start by exploring the different types of teams available, focusing on the advanced and competitive ones that propel young climbers to the next level. I recount my personal journey of finding the perfect team for my kids, emphasizing the importance of finding a group that challenges them and provides top-notch coaching. But what about the financial aspects? I discuss the varying costs acro...

2 years ago

12 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Ethics of Rock Climbing: Learn When to Stay Quiet and Show Respect

Who knew that one of the ethics of rock climbing is being quiet when someone else is tackling a challenging route? It may seem like a small detail, but it's actually a sign of respect and courtesy towards fellow climbers. It turns out that being quiet when someone is attempting a hard route is an ethical requirement! Yes, you read that right. Even if you don't know the climber or are a hundred meters away from them, you are expected to be respectful and stay quiet. I must admit that I w...

2 years ago

2 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Why I Prefer Rock Climbing as a Parent: Benefits Compared to Other Extreme Sports

Let's talk about the one-of-a-kind bond between parents and their children that can be found in the thrilling sport of rock climbing. As a parent who doesn't climb myself, I'm always on the lookout for ways to connect with my kids. And let me tell you, rock climbing has been a game-changer! The best part? You don't have to climb to join in on the fun. The magic happens when you're watching your kids scale up the rock face right in front of you. Not only can you hear every word they say, but y...

2 years ago

1 minute

Raising Pro Athletes

Ethics of Rock Climbing: Where to Pee? Tips on How - To and Where

Get ready to climb into the world of rock climbing ethics with me in this episode! As someone who's never climbed before, I was fascinated to learn about the unwritten rules of the climbing community. Did you know there are certain areas where climbers are allowed to go and others where it's strictly off-limits? It's all about respecting the natural environment and other climbers. But let's get down to the nitty-gritty: where to pee. This topic may not come up in everyday conversation, but it...

2 years ago

1 minute

Raising Pro Athletes

The Secret Strength of Climber Kai Lightner - Connie Lightner (His Mom)

"Protecting our kids is our number one responsibility", Connie told me when we first connected. And she took this role incredibly seriously, in the non-conventional ways. Because protecting our kids in sports is rarely talked about and definitely not considered to be a priority. Because it usually is easily missed or we aren't alert to the signs. Connie and I talk about her role as Kai's coach in the beginning, the roles of coaches (the good and the bad). How about all the is involved to ...

2 years ago

1 hour 10 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Dierdre Wolownick: A Talk With Alex Honnold's Mom

"I’m not the usual kind of ‘athlete’s mom’ that you’re accustomed to interviewing," Dierdre warned me when we first connected about being on the podcast. And that's why I knew I had to speak to the mother of Alex Honnold, who is considered today's most accomplished rock climber and the real life star of Free Solo, Oscar winning documentary. Raising a child like Alex Honnold takes courage and trust. This kind of support is usually taken for granted but can either stifle a child if 'overprote...

2 years ago

29 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Finding the Right Climbing Team: Why You Need to Choose Wisely

You don't want the coaches to be in awe of your kids because that doesn't really work. Why is it essential to choose the right climbing team for your child? Selecting the perfect climbing team for your child is crucial if you want to see them soar to new heights. As a parent, it's natural to want the best for your child and to provide them with opportunities to thrive. However, when it comes to climbing, finding the right team is more than just about opportunity - it can make all the differ...

2 years ago

3 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT and the REAL reasons we moved to Spain

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT and the REAL reasons we moved to Spain ________________________________________________ About This Podcast It takes a village to raise a pro athlete. For the first time ever this channel takes you behind the athlete’s ‘unspoken’ road and talks to the people that normally get very little mention, but are the ones who are responsible for the underlying success of an athlete. Marina pulls back the curtain and dives deep into chats with the UNSUNG Heroes – parents...

2 years ago

2 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Welcome to Raising Rock Climbers UNCENSORED Podcast

As a parent of not one but two sons with ambitions to “go pro” as Rock Climbers, your host Marina Kuperman Villatoro began navigating the often rocky terrain of extreme sports a decade ago. She learned quickly that while climbers compete as individuals, raising an athlete is most definitely a team sport. In this one-of-a-kind podcast Marina pulls back the curtain and dives deep into chats with the (mostly) unsung heroes of extreme sports: the parents, the coaches, the trainers, th...

2 years ago

2 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Support Your Child in Sports: Investment In Your Kids Journey (Not Only Financial)

You are fully on board to support your kid especially because they want to go pro in their chosen sport, ie: surfing, mountain biking, rock climbing, motocross, snowboarding, etc… That’s great, so are you ready to make the investment it takes for them to get to that next level for them to have the opportunity of going pro. It’s one thing to say you support them, but it’s a whole other thing to commit and invest. I’m NOT talking about money, I AM talking about your time, your emotional s...

3 years ago

6 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Pushing Your Child in Sports: Protecting Your Kid From You - Sports Parents What's Your Agenda?

Protecting your child - this will be repeated over and over again because it is THAT IMPORTANT However, in this episode we’re going to be talking about protecting your kids from YOU Yeah, you read that right. What am I talking about? Listen to the episode to understand how we can go down wrong rabbit holes start pushing our own agendas on our kids and before we know it, things get out of control THIS CAN ALL BE AVOIDED ... ________________________________________________ About This...

3 years ago

6 minutes

Raising Pro Athletes

Are Sports all Glitz and Glamour? Reality of the Sports Journey

Is this going to be all glitz and glamor? Is this going to be champagne popping podiums and huge screams of elation when winning? ABSOLUTELY NOT Is it going to be fun? Is it going to be worth it? More than anything you could ever, ever imagine. The journey. What you all learn along the way. What you and your kid(s) will go through as far as the changes, even if your child never become the elite superstar, will be all that and so much more. So if you’re going for the gl...

3 years ago

3 minutes