Five Hundred

Night Sports

Make a special memory by letting the kids stay up late to challenge you in night basketball, soccer, or flag football. Grab some glow in the dark balls and gear and seize the night! Stars, Sweat, and Smiles: The Magic...

High School / Collegiate Sporting Event

Take the kiddos to a college sporting event. What is your kid interested in? Inspire them by taking them to watch some athletes who have put in their dues! And high school games are a great place to run into...

Kitchen Soccer

A balloon, beach ball, or one of those light weight balls you see in center aisle bins at the grocery store are perfect for kicking around indoors without risking 'too much' damage. The tight spaces make kitchen soccer wildly entertaining.

Water Ball

Pitch a water balloon (or sponge) to a batter who, after bursting it, will run the bases before the other team can sink a predetermined basketball trick shot. Or... have them run a gauntlet: with the fielding team all gathered...

Wacky Wobble Chase

Boost your kids' hand-eye coordination while having a hilarious game of indoor chase. These indoor drone orbs will float gently through the air but run amok if they ever touch the floor! You might also try blowing up a regular...

Sprinklers

No explanation required, but this summertime activity is often overlooked. Take advantage the next time your lawn gets thirsty, or just amp up a trampoline or bouncy castle party. If you have oscillating sprinklers, setup an obstacle course where the...

Self Defense Lessons

Strengthen their self-esteem, confidence, and independence while learning valuable skills and getting in a great workout together. Film their first session so they can always reference it to see how much they have improved with each new session. Show them...

Roll Down A Hill

Let the Laughter Roll: Why Letting Kids Roll Down Hills is More Than Just Fun Sunshine, laughter, and the thrill of the wind in their hair – there's something undeniably magical about watching kids roll down a hill. But beyond...

Push 'Em, Pull 'Em, Haul 'Em, Drag 'Em

Drag your kids around with purpose! A cheap toboggan, tow belt, and a few kids for weight makes for a great strength and conditioning activity! Get the same workout that a $300 training sled would provide, while having fun with...

Butts Up!

Surprise your kids by suggesting a game of Butts Up. They'll be amazed to learn that you once dominated this playground classic, but more importantly, they'll make an association between you and the experiences and dramas they currently face at...

Capture The Flag

Play it indoors; Play it at night; Play it on Bikes; Play it with Super Soakers! However you play this classic game, you're bound to have fun!

Demo Day

Watch your kids walk the aisles at Play It Again Sports. See what they are drawn to. Ask questions. They might discover a new passion or find something that will help them excel in their favorite sport. Daddio Tip: Check...

DIY Putt Putt

No need for a fancy course - just apply the old H-O-R-S-E rules from pickup basketball! Bank off the fridge, under the kitchen table, and down the staircase! Note: we recommend a wiffle ball! ALTERNATIVE: apply the same rules for...

Ribbon Ninja

Hang long socks off your hands, feet, and waistband and try to steal your opponents without them taking yours first! Or just tape a length of painters tape in the same fashion. Another variation is tying balloons to your legs...

Family Field Day Olympics

Dizzy bat, tug of war (with a baby pool in the middle), wheelbarrow relay (with an actual wheelbarrow and kids inside), 3-legged race, corn-hole, flip cup, "Tool Aid" pong, egg on a spoon relay, water balloon or egg distance toss,...

Sumo Wrestling

Fishing Rod Baseball

Not just for 'the gram', this is actually a pretty fun way to engage your kids over batting practice. Dangle a tennis ball off a fishing pole and let your kids send it down the street. Simply reel it back...

Flashlight Tag / Hide & Seek / Sardines

Put this on your radar for your next vacation rental. Parents can get the house organized while the kids explore the space. Dad - you can strategically unload the car to create a suitcase fort with a secret chamber for...

Junk In The Trunk

Load an amazon box or shoe box with ping pong balls, tape it to a belt, put a few holes in the box, put it on and shake what yo mamma gave ya! First to empty their box by .......

Kickball Water Slide

Amp up the fun by putting a slip n' slide between the bases!

Trick Shots

Just throw down a challenge like landing a hat on a post or ball in the hat, then see where your child's creativity takes it. Maybe its rolling a ball down a magnatile ramp or catching a goldfish in your...

Laser Tag

When we were kids we had to drive two hours. Now they're everywhere and still just as fun, but you'll also discover that you're not as nimble as you were at 12 years old... Great for turning sibling rivalry into...

Lawn Twist

Build core strength and take advantage of a nice day outside! Make your own 'Twister' board outside on the grass. Take turns calling out which color to place a given hand or foot on, and don't let your back or...

String From Above

Make learning tee ball more fun and engaging with a simple 3/16 elastic cord tied to a tree limb or basketball hoop. Tie a chip clip to the end for hanging water balloons, or tie on a sock and stuff...