In order for recreation to most effectively minister and encourage the highest number of youth it should de-emphasize athletic ability, individual performance, and “winning at all costs”. There are six factors to avoid in planning recreation for youth:
1. Make sure no one is left out;
2. Beware of negative reinforcement;
3. Beware of mismatching youth;
4. Beware of creating psychological stress;
5. Beware of setting youth up for failure; and
6. Beware of over-organization.