Marco Polo

Best played in the dark with lots of adults. There are many different variations to Marco Polo but this one is our favourite. Best played with four or more players, decide who is to be it. “IT” goes to the shallow end (by the steps) and says 1,2,3, Marco...

PAINTED OR TILED?

That’s the big question – but if you’re asking me I’ll tell you every time definitely tiled, and mosaics are the best. Let’s look at the pros and cons: Painted Pools: If you read the paint manufacturer’s instructions they will say...

Water Volleyball

Can be played with two, but the more the better – same rules as normal volleyball apply. Get yourself a net (badminton kits are quite cheap and the nets are just about right) and use a parasol or swingball base across the width of the pool to stretch the net...

COVERT OPERATION

If done correctly, this can be great fun for all. You’ll need a CLEAR plastic 2 litre bottle…and a swimming pool. Make sure the bottle label is entirely peeled off Here’s what you do. The game leader fills the bottle all the way to the top (with pool...

HUMAN WHIRPOOL

Very good excercise for ALL, this one works especially well in round shaped pools. Have everybody get in the pool and line up single file, forming a large circle around the edges but where you can all still stand with head above water keeping close together. Have...