I agree somewhat. I don't want the kids to be distracted at all with parents in the room, but I have helped him for 3 years now and I took the time to get my bronze coaching card. In the past we have always had open practices and I went into this year thinking the same thing. So we paid our money and practice started. Then a week ago we are notified that practices will now be closed. I hate to say it, but that is not right but feel there is nothing I can do. My kid has made good friends with our club and he enjoys his wrestling buddies. For this reason, I bite my tongue cause I know its all about his happiness. I take my turn with the other parents and watch from the 6"x12" window in the door leading to the wrestling room.