if your kids are ready for an extra-curricular activity, here are some great options for all ages and interests!
Flag Football
NFL Flag is fun, easy, and for EVERYONE! Girls and boys (ages 4 to 14) can enjoy 5v5, non-contact football once a week for an hour practice and 1 hour game – and that’s a big WIN for parents!
Soccer
If you want to introduce your littles to sports, KickStart Toddler Soccer is the perfect starting point. Kids ages 18 months to 6.5 years old will love the engaging weekly sessions, taught by thoughtful and patient instructors.
Swimming
Dive-in to the Goldfish Swim Force Swim Team. Kids ages 5 to 12 learn to master the four major swim strokes during weekly sessions and participate in a swim meet once per quarter.
Gymnastics
Learn to tumble safety and build strength at S.W.A.G. Kids Gym. With classes for kids ages 10 months to 12 years old, it’s the perfect starting spot for kids who want to try out gymnastics.
Basketball
The YMCA of Metropolitan Detroit offers Basketball clinics and leagues for kids ages 4 to 14. Learn basic skills and good sportsmanship as kids compete in the Intra-Y league.
Skiing + Snowboarding
Get ready for winter without the cold and wet at Shredder. The indoor training center teaches kids to ski and snowboard on test hills, mastering safety and skills just in time to hit the slopes and snow.
Must Haves For Sport Parents
- Heated Vest ($127): Good for outdoor games, at the ice rink or even the unheated domes during winter. Stay warm with an ARRIS Fleece heated vest made for both men and women.
- Extender Wagon Cart ($134.99): Don’t worry about how you’ll get ALL THE THINGS from the car to the field – especially on tournament days.
- Back Support Bleacher Chairs ($39.99): While your kids may be athletes, we can still use some assistance. Make the bleacher seats a little more comfortable with back support.
Items For The Sports Bag
- Gatorade Sports Bottle: Gatorade bottles are back in fashion and if your kids want in on the trend, the stainless steel verison has a great lid.
- Antibacterial Fabric Spray: For the cleats, shin guards, and all that stinky equipment – a quick spray goes a long way!
- Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing: Add this to your first aid kit. Triad Hydrophilic Wound Dressing is great for huge scrapes, sliding burns, etc. this is a great item to have handy.
- Rechargable Hand Warmers: For you or the kids, these re-chargeable hand warmers are winners for fickle weather on the field or watching from the sidelines.
