Anything scary on Nemo Ride?

[kylewayne]

I went on it yesterday w/ my 3 yr old son and he loved it.........then again he is not afraid of too much either. I think it is a great ride for the little ones!

 

[Meredisney]

Sorry to keep laughing at this, but honestly, I promise there is nothing scary on this ride. It is the same characters from the movie and the movie wasn't scary. Snow Whites Adventure is worse then this!

 

[Lora]

Sorry to keep laughing at this, but honestly, I promise there is nothing scary on this ride. It is the same characters from the movie and the movie wasn't scary. Snow Whites Adventure is worse then this!

I guess it's a matter of opinion. What's scary to one person is not to another. There's no need to laugh at other people's perception. If you have a child who gets nightmares from the "hypersleep" sound and screen on Mission Space and can't even stand to look at the scary Halloween decorations in the stores, you can possibly relate to the OP. I certainly would NOT rate this with Tough to Be a Bug or Stitch, but as a parent it's nice to know when you're going to be needed to provide some extra assurance.

 

[edcrbnsoul]

Well there is that one woman who had no business wearing spandex.

 

[KimStaR]

everyone keeps sayin its not scary.. then other people say the shark is in it.. if the shark is in it.. then its DEFINITELY scary... that shark scares the blank outta me! im 23.

 

[jeni1072]

Intersting- I would have never considered this scary. The scariest part for us was the realization that we weren'ty all going to fit in one clam shell, and had to hustle to get the kids in our lap! Overall, I was disappointed in the ride though.

 

[thirtycats]

I guess it's a matter of opinion. What's scary to one person is not to another. There's no need to laugh at other people's perception. If you have a child who gets nightmares from the "hypersleep" sound and screen on Mission Space and can't even stand to look at the scary Halloween decorations in the stores, you can possibly relate to the OP. I certainly would NOT rate this with Tough to Be a Bug or Stitch, but as a parent it's nice to know when you're going to be needed to provide some extra assurance.

Thank you for being so understanding.

I really appreciate it.

 

[english rose 47]

What is the wait like for the Nemo ride? No fastpass yet right?

 

[thirtycats]

All of you have given me valuable information and interesting opinions.

I was not actually asking for parenting advice, BUT I know ALL of us parents can't help but give advice to each other. It's in our blood!!!!

I did put the tough-love idea into consideration. Force my son onto rides. Chances are...he'd end up liking some of them. Maybe even love some of them.

But I have changed my mind. I thought about how I'd feel if I was going on a vacation and I knew I'd be forced to do things I was afraid of. I don't think I'd have a good time. I think I'd be constantly nervous. I'd constantly have butterflies in my stomach. It wouldn't be a vacation. It would be one big anxiety attack.

I think one of the most wonderful experiences I have with my very fearful son is when he decides ON HIS OWN that he's brave enough to try something new. For example, when he was around 2 years old, he suddenly decided he wasn't terrified of escalators anymore. We rode the airport escalator about 10 times. To the point that I became nauseated! But I was so proud of him.

I love Disney World and have been there SO many times. But I can take or leave the rides by now. I'm actually sort of bored by most of them. I think what will make them fun is when my child IS interested in going on them. And to see the rides through his eyes. But I think this will be more pleasurable if this is his choice. Not something forced upon him.

I did push him to go on one ride. That was It's a Small World. I knew there'd be nothing scary on that. I also knew he'd find it entertaining. He has always been into Geography.

There's not really any ride or attraction that I know he'll either a) not be afraid of b) find it interesting/entertaining. Nemo seemed the most likely because he has seen the movie and likes it. So, that is why I asked the question.

Anyway, as for the parks being worth it without going on rides. Not really!!! So although we take long trips to Disney World, we're planning to do only 1-2 park days. Until he's brave enough to go on a lot of rides, hug characters, watch shows, etc. Then we'll buy the annual pass and go every single day of our trip!

Not sure when that will be. Maybe when he's 6. Maybe when he's 10. Maybe he's 17. Yes, it's weird to be 17 and terrified of The Winnie the Pooh ride. But we all have something weird about us. And in the scheme of themes...a phobia of Disney World rides is really not that important.

 

[Samsma]

I agree. WDW is the "Happiest Place on Earth". I might try to talk mine into a ride, but never force them. My friend forced her little girl who was 5 on Tower of Terror. No, it didn't kill her, but it wasn't fun for her either. We've been to WDW 6 times and only the last time got my 13 year old on Space Mountain. I was kinda scared myself!

 

[Minnie]

For anyone that is interested:

I have added the Finding Nemo pics and video to my trippie.

Just click on the "A Clamshell Trip Report" in my siggie and it will take you to it. Hope it helps a little.

BTW - This was from the very first morning it was opened for the AP holders soft opening. I'm not sure if any changes have been made since.

 

[orljustin]

But I have changed my mind. I thought about how I'd feel if I was going on a vacation and I knew I'd be forced to do things I was afraid of. I don't think I'd have a good time. I think I'd be constantly nervous. I'd constantly have butterflies in my stomach. It wouldn't be a vacation. It would be one big anxiety attack.

The great thing is, new stuff is an unknown. You read descriptions and watch videos, etc, but your kid doesn't know the difference until it happens. Unless you play it up, they aren't going to care or know, and since they don't know, they can't be worried. You factually describe what happens if they ask, but don't worry about it until after it happens. If they get worried, you use distraction and talk about dinner, or last night's show, or what we are doing afterwards.

The Nemo ride? It's not that immersive, and everything is behind a screen of some sort. If he asks, you're going on a ride and watching movies, and that's all you need to know.

Two months ago, we were talking up Disney, and we steered the conversation to get the kids (8 and 4) to say that next time we went, we were going to go on everything once as a family that we could. We even had them sign a "contract". When we went last month, we all did everything together we could. We did give the 8 year old an out on Everest since the 4 yo couldn't go, but we all went on Splash, Thunder, TOT, Dinosaur, etc. Now, they know they come out of everything alive, and the experience is part of the fun. And we still have a couple things saved for next time.

 

[thirtycats]

Well, here is an update.

I changed my mind about not putting any pressure on my son.

I'm not going to force him.

But I realized that almost everyone goes to DW with a little fear and anticipation. I remember going to DW on my honeymoon and constantly thinking "Am I going to try Tower of Terror...or not?"

I went back and forth from yes to no way. Having that little fear and self-pressure did not ruin my trip. (btw, went on and did not like it much. But I'm still proud of myself for trying).

So, I made this chart for my son. He gets 1 point for each mild ride he tries, 2 points for moderate, and 3 points for rides/shows that I feel might scare him a little (pirates and haunted house). Did not even put roller coasters into equation.

He can only earn points once on a ride. Meaning he can't fall in love with the Nemo ride and go on and on and earn all his points that way. He can ride multiple times, but it will only count once for points.

If he gets at least 5 points, his reward is we'll do a second park day. For now, we plan to just go to the parks one day out of our trip. Not a big deal if he doesn't make it, because we're returning in May and will do another park day. And he'll have a second chance to earn 2 park days.

I want to put a little pressure on him, but not so much that he's completely anxious and not enjoying himself.

Oh the other deal I had with him is that for every two points he earns...he can force ME to go on a ride. Something I'm a little scared of. I did say no to Mission Space (the scary version) and EE (because I just read about people becoming ill on it). Actually, I said if he really wants me on THOSE rides...he'll need like 10 points. Fortunately for me, he didn't seem too eager to make me suffer.

 

[Meredisney]

I guess it's a matter of opinion. What's scary to one person is not to another. There's no need to laugh at other people's perception. If you have a child who gets nightmares from the "hypersleep" sound and screen on Mission Space and can't even stand to look at the scary Halloween decorations in the stores, you can possibly relate to the OP. I certainly would NOT rate this with Tough to Be a Bug or Stitch, but as a parent it's nice to know when you're going to be needed to provide some extra assurance.

Lora, I'm so sorry. I didn't mean to offend you. I apologize. I don't have kids of my own, but I do teach children 2 years and up, so I guess I just didn't understand that a child could find a character from a cartoon so frigtening. I really do apologize. I wasn't trying to make fun of anyone. I hope you understand.

 

[Laurafoster]

This ride sounds awesome! Cant wait to see it!

 

[blewits]

no parenting advice here but I will tell you that I covered my 4 year old daughters eyes during the scary fish scene. that one with all the razor sharp looking teeth.

i didnt have to do that through the Bruce the shark scene though, because she has seen the movie so much, she knows that Bruce is in "recovery" and is trying be a nice shark!

anywho, have a great time and just see alot of shows and enjoy the simple things. my 7 yr. old son had the best time in Innoventions this last trip. Who knew??? We didn't!
oh yeah, so did his dad! he's a nerd though!

wendy - I Nerds!

 

[thirtycats]

anywho, have a great time and just see alot of shows and enjoy the simple things. my 7 yr. old son had the best time in Innoventions this last trip. Who knew??? We didn't!
oh yeah, so did his dad! he's a nerd though!

Having a fearful child really does help you to get to know the "little things" at Disney World. All those underrated ignored attractions!!!