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Summer is here, and with it the sun! If you have been waiting until now to use your new hot tub or swim spa, then now is the perfect time to make up for lost time – particularly as a family.
With the summer holidays just around the corner, discover how to make the most of these warm summer days with endless laughter and cherished family memories right at home with the best kid-friendly swim spa activities.
Being outdoors in the fresh air, surrounded by nature, and enjoying an engaging activity is one of the best ways to keep your little ones entertained this summer. Having a swim spa available in their garden is a unique and exciting experience for any child, particularly during the hot summer months, and these private outdoor spaces offer the perfect setting to stay active, have fun, and enjoy time together as a family. So, encourage your children to swim, splash, and play all summer long with these engaging activities that encourage movement and guarantee fun.
Whilst swim spas might not seem like the usual place to play a game, the bubbly, temperature-controlled water is an excellent setting for a playful physical activity like tig, Marco Polo, or catch. Putting a watery twist on these classic games adds an extra layer of excitement and makes for a refreshing and exhilarating way to spend an afternoon, so the next time you find yourself trying to think of new ways to keep your little ones entertained in the swim spa, why not suggest one of these games for a fun physical activity? But remember – keeping safe is the most important consideration, so be sure to set boundaries before the game and constantly remind everyone to keep the play gentle to avoid any accidents.
Worried that, despite the warm weather, your children will be spending the majority of the 6 week holiday indoors? If your kids don’t have specific physical hobbies to encourage them outside, then there is no better way to keep them active and healthy than by introducing aqua aerobics into their routine.
Whether done once a week as a group, or every morning to get the days off to a great start, these aerobics are fun routines that are designed to keep children moving and offer a fun and energetic way to stay active. The routines involve simple exercises like water jogging, arm circles, and leg lifts, and the buoyancy of the water adds a playful element, making exercise feel like a game. Safety is key, so ensure constant supervision and encourage gentle movements to prevent slips.
This activity is perfect for family time, promoting fitness and coordination while keeping everyone engaged and entertained.
If you’re looking for a less strenuous but equally engaging water activity, then water yoga offers great physical benefits and a relaxing, calming experience for slightly older children. Simple poses like the Starfish (floating on the back) and the Tree (standing on one leg) are easy to do and improve flexibility, balance, and concentration, all while providing a soothing experience in the warm water. This activity is an ideal way to keep kids engaged, relaxed, and connected with nature during summer days, and whilst it is a safe and easy activity, always make sure that you closely supervise children in the water.
A swim spa isn’t just for splashing and exercising – they also offer the perfect relaxing backdrop for many of the family activities that you love. Whether made of foam, or packaged with a floating stand, there is a huge variety of floating waterproof games including snap, memory match, fo fish, and even strategy games for older kids like floating checkers, so add an exciting twist to your family games night this summer with combining strategic thinking, family bonding, and the joy of being outdoors.
Depending upon the size of your swim spa, there are different activities that you can enjoy, and a larger model will open up a world of exciting games that maximise the space.
To make the most of a larger model, opt for swim spa games that encourage the children to move around and enjoy the water. This can include organising a treasure hunt by scattering weighted waterproof toys or colourful diving sticks and encouraging the little ones to race each other as they dive for them, or organising relay races with floating batons. These activities make the most of the room that’s available, but to make sure that the activities are as physically active and engaging as they can be, it’s best to let the children play on their own and move about freely, whilst the adults remain outside to supervise and encourage.
From soaking in the relaxing bubbles to playing exciting games as a team, your whole family will love spending active, outdoor time together this summer. So, whether you have your eye on the perfect swim spa for your garden, or you are looking to speak to a member of our team, visit our full range today and get started on enjoying the summer with your very own swim spa.
