My Perfect Landing - Training Day (S1E10)
Jenny's ready to train ... but Gus's methods don't make any sense! Rachel and Keisha are desperate to swap partners for a school science project.
| Runtime (min) | 24 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2020-03-11 |
| Genres | Family |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
| Network(s) | CBBC, Netflix |
Storyline
Jenny arrives eager to begin her gymnastics training with Gus, but quickly discovers that his coaching methods are unconventional and confusing. Instead of the structured drills and techniques she expected, Gus presents exercises and approaches that seem to make no sense at all. Jenny struggles to understand the purpose behind his unusual training style, leading to frustration as she tries to connect his methods to actual gymnastics improvement.
Meanwhile, Rachel and Keisha find themselves paired together for a school science project, but neither is happy with the arrangement. Both girls are determined to find a way to switch partners, believing they would work better with different classmates. Their subplot explores the challenges of collaboration and the complications that arise when students try to navigate group assignments on their own terms rather than learning to work with the partners they've been given.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about trust and patience when learning from mentors or teachers whose methods may initially seem strange or unclear. Jenny's experience with Gus demonstrates that effective teaching doesn't always follow expected patterns, and that sometimes the best lessons come from approaches that challenge our assumptions. Young viewers learn the value of giving new methods a fair chance before dismissing them, and that understanding often comes with time and persistence.
The science project storyline offers lessons about adaptability and making the best of situations we cannot control. Rachel and Keisha's desire to swap partners reflects a common impulse to avoid uncomfortable collaborations, but the episode encourages children to consider the growth that comes from working with different personality types and learning styles. It highlights the importance of communication and compromise in group settings.
Children also learn that first impressions of people and situations can be misleading. What appears confusing or unhelpful at the outset may reveal its value later, teaching viewers to approach new experiences with an open mind and a willingness to see beyond surface-level judgments.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Why does Gus use such confusing training methods with Jenny? | Gus's unconventional approach is designed to challenge Jenny's expectations and help her develop skills in unexpected ways. Coaches sometimes use methods that seem puzzling at first because they're building foundational abilities or mental flexibility that will pay off later. The episode explores how effective teaching doesn't always look like what students anticipate, and how trust in the process is part of athletic development. |
| Should I let my child switch partners on school projects if they're unhappy? | The episode presents this common dilemma through Rachel and Keisha's situation. While it's natural for children to want compatible partners, learning to collaborate with different personalities is a valuable life skill. Parents can use this storyline to discuss strategies for making partnerships work, when it's appropriate to ask for changes, and how to communicate concerns to teachers respectfully rather than simply avoiding challenging situations. |
| How can I help my child when they don't understand their coach or teacher's methods? | Jenny's frustration with Gus's training style offers a teachable moment about patience and communication. Encourage your child to ask questions, express confusion respectfully, and give new approaches time to make sense. Help them understand that learning often involves discomfort, and that methods that seem pointless initially may reveal their purpose with practice. Supporting them through this uncertainty builds resilience and trust. |
| What if my child's science partner isn't pulling their weight? | While the episode focuses on wanting to switch partners for personal preference, it opens discussion about collaboration challenges. Talk with your child about clear communication, dividing tasks fairly, and when to involve a teacher. Help them distinguish between personality conflicts and genuine partnership problems. Encourage problem-solving conversations with their partner first before seeking to change the arrangement. |
| Is this episode appropriate for teaching kids about perseverance? | Yes, Jenny's storyline specifically addresses perseverance through confusion and frustration. The episode shows that sticking with something difficult, even when it doesn't make immediate sense, can lead to growth and understanding. It's an excellent springboard for conversations about not giving up when learning gets hard, trusting mentors even when their methods are unclear, and the difference between healthy persistence and knowing when to ask for help. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | After moving to Canada with her family, secretly gifted gymnast Jenny starts making friends (and enemies) and tries out for the school gymnastics team. |
| 1 | 2 | Jenny tries out for the school's gymnastic team. |
| 1 | 3 | Cortez Gymnastics' grand opening day includes a special performance by Jenny's new friends ... and a surprise visit from an unexpected guest. |
| 1 | 4 | A reporter writing an article about Cortez Gymnastics is one of Gus's former rivals. Olivia sends Cassie and Tori on a mission to make Jenny quit. |
| 1 | 5 | Joon and his friends draft a detailed scheme to delete Olivia's blackmail video. Elsewhere, Jenny does everything she can to avoid going to practice. |
| 1 | 6 | Jenny's finally got a chance to join the Canton Coyotes but has to compete against Lena for the spot. The boys help Gus prep for a speech. |
| 1 | 7 | The Hillside Qualifier brings big nerves for Jenny — and a much-needed pep talk from Gus. Back at the loft, there's a mouse in the house! |
| 1 | 8 | Keisha and Rachel come for a sleepover and some late-night bonding at the gym. A friendly card game gets super competitive. |
| 1 | 9 | The Canton girls start training at Cortez Gymnastics. Meanwhile, with an eye on Hillside, Jenny asks Gus to be her coach — behind Whitney's back. |
| 1 | 10 | Jenny's ready to train ... but Gus's methods don't make any sense! Rachel and Keisha are desperate to swap partners for a school science project. |
| 1 | 11 | Sarah comes to visit Jenny and sees Olivia's bullying firsthand. Joon and his friends come up with a plan to make money selling unclaimed lockers. |
| 1 | 12 | Jenny's secret is out — and her mother is furious. But a health scare prompts Whitney and Gus to come together and make peace with the past. |
| 1 | 13 | As Jenny prepares for Hillside, a series of flashbacks reveals the important role her father, Hector, has played in helping her realize her dream. |
| 1 | 14 | Hillside is here, but since Gus can't go, Joon streams it to the loft to watch Jenny compete online. Olivia finds out that Bops betrayed her. |
| 1 | 15 | After injuring herself on the floor, Jenny's forced to decide whether going full out to win — and beat Olivia — is worth it. |
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