My 10 yo DD is highly anxious - she is autistic and also has Long Covid (mildly now) which has really ramped it up.
She won't do any after school clubs or after school care at school, although she does go to her gymnastics class which she started before she had Covid. I really want her to attend the kids club at my gym.
Has anyone any experience of settling an anxious child at a club and the best way to go about it?
I took her at the weekend and stayed with her for 10 min (longest an adult is allowed to stay) sitting next to her. Then when I had to go she didn't want to stay (as expected). I'm planning to take her this weekend and do the same but I'll sit on the sofa. I've also spoken to her about the staff and the children at the club and how nice they were. I'm also planning little 'prizes' for reaching the goal set.
Any ideas much appreciated.