Family Fun by the Pool: Games, Activities, and Creating Memories
Family games encompass a diverse range of activities, extending beyond traditional living room pastimes to include engaging pool games that elevate the fun quotient. Contrary to widespread belief, a family pool isn’t restricted to serious swimming endeavors like freestyle strokes, backstrokes, or monotonous laps. Rather, it serves as a vibrant arena for many entertaining games and activities that foster memorable moments. Here, we present five innovative suggestions to infuse your personal pool gatherings with boundless enjoyment and lasting camaraderie!
1. Pool Volleyball
Pool volleyball is a fantastic way to stay active and cool off during hot summer days, but also fosters teamwork and friendly competition. As the game progresses, the water adds a dimension of challenge, requiring players to adapt to their movements. All you need to do is divide your members into two teams, draw a center line or agree upon its placement, and toss the beach ball over to the other side. Once the teams are formed and the ball is in play, the excitement builds as players dive, jump, and reach to keep the ball from touching the water. The sensation of floating and splashing makes it enjoyable and accessible for family members of all ages to participate.
2. Noodle Fight
Adding water noodles to your pool takes the excitement to a whole new level. There is nothing more fun than a game that involves physical contact while using the perfect equipment. The beauty of water noodles lies in their versatility. Water noodles are perfect for creating the effect of riding an imaginary underwater pony or playfully trying to knock your siblings off their noodles while having a blast. Even if you fall off the noodle, the water will protect you from hitting any body parts on the floor. With pool noodles, your pool becomes not just a place to cool off, but a boundless playground where memories are made.
3. Treasure Dive
Another exciting pool game to try is the “Treasure Dive.” Scatter sinkable items such as dive rings, toys, or even coins around the pool, each marked with a specific number. Once the items are in place, designate one person to call out a random number, and the rest of the contestants will swim to the floor trying to find the corresponding item. Whoever finds the item first and collects the most items wins! Participants must rely on their speed, agility, and observation skills to locate the items before their competitors do. This game can be played individually or as a team.
4. Popsicle Tag
Here me out. Freeze tag, but in the pool version. This game is designed for a larger group of people and can be the most memorable part of the pool day. Instead of running around, players will swim, attempting to avoid being tagged by the ‘it’ player. If you get tagged, stop swimming, and tread water or stand if you can. If you want to become ‘unfrozen,’ another swimmer who is not tagged will have to swim beneath your legs and tag you. The separation of space above and below the surface of the water makes this game more fun and thrilling, as you might not notice who tags or unfreezes you at first.
5. Sharks and Minnows
Sharks and Minnows is a timeless classic that never fails to get hearts racing and pulses pounding in the pool. For this game, there is one shark, who must stand in the middle of the pool, and the rest are minnows, waiting at each edge of the pool. For the minnows, their goal is clear: swim to the other edge or corner of the pool, attempting to reach safety and avoid the shark. The shark, who should be ready to strike at any moment, chases the minnows trying to catch them all. The unlucky minnow who gets tagged will be the next shark, and the last minnow to survive wins!
Safety First Will Ensure a Great Pool Experience!
Most of these pool games are revised versions of the games usually enjoyed in a playground. While the water prevents tripping and falling, it’s important to remember safety procedures. Make sure everyone knows how well each family member can swim and whether their feet can touch the pool ground or not. Try to be as inclusive as possible when playing with younger children and beginner swimmers. Take enough breaks between games that drain a lot of stamina.
With the expertise of Shoreline Pools, you can prioritize safety, explore various pool games, and transform your family pool into an outdoor living room. Call (203) 357-1544 to create a more family-friendly environment and cherish everlasting memories with Shoreline Pools!
