Now that we are in full swing of the summer holidays, we need to find ways to quell the kiddos’ boredom — and more importantly, get them off their iPads. Summer camps are a great way to get them outdoor and staying active, but if your kids are not into camps or you’re on a limited budget, here are some of our favorite activities and finds below.
Find a nearby pickleball court ( or tennis court) and get the kids to try their hands at this super trendy and super easy-to-learn sport. Yes, it’s now an official sport! Many communities have free courts to play on, so just do a quick search to see where and what times they are available to book. If you have room on your driveway you could also set up your own “pop-up” pickleball court, or even get a game of badminton going Trust me, it will keep the kids active for at least a couple of hours. Just promise them some lemonade or freezies afterward.
This pickleball set comes in a variety of bright colors and designs and has everything you need to play with friends or family. It includes two lightweight pickleball rackets, two outdoor pickleball balls, two indoor pickleball balls, four cooling towels and one carry bag.
These super cute outfits are ideal for pickleball, tennis or even golf. It comes with a sleeveless tank top and matching skort in a variety of colors.
Pop-up Pickleball! This portable pickleball net system can easily be set up on your driveway for some impromptu games. As mentioned above, you don’t need to have a court nearby. Designed for all weather conditions it has a steady metal frame, regulation-size net carrying bag.
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