Pool games are a way to add another element of fun to your swimming time. Many of the games available will help increase physical activity for you and your family while in the water, giving you an excuse to add more pool time to your weekly routine. From volleyball to basketball and ring tosses to diving challenges, we've gathered a collection of our favorite pool games. Read on to get the details on them all.
JOYIN inflatable volleyball net and basketball hoop
Bring your favorite sports to the water
One of the first games that come to mind when thinking about pool time is volleyball. That's because it's fun (and a good workout) to hit a ball back and forth across the water. This game set includes a volleyball net (with weights) and basketball hoop, as well as inflatable balls for each. And who says you can't combine them to create your own game?
Watermelon Ball pool game
Can be bounced on the floor of the pool
Have you ever wanted to dribble a basketball on the floor of your pool? With the Watermelon Ball, you can! This unique sphere is made from PVC and weighs 14.5 pounds after filling it with water. When you place the ball in the water, it will sink to the bottom and then slowly rise. Because of this, it can be bounced off the bottom or walls. The game involves passing the ball from one side of the pool to the other, with teams.
GoSports splash hoop pro basketball game
Slam dunk and splash
Instead of floating about in your pool, this basketball hoop sits on the deck next to the water. This allows you to play a splashy game of basketball in the pool, dunking the inflatable balls into the net (you get two). The base is weighted to keep the net from easily tipping over, and an air pump is included for the basketballs. This game is best suited for in-ground pools.
JOYIN diving pool toy rings
Multi-piece set that supports several game styles
Who can swim the fastest and see the best underwater? You'll find out with this diving game from JOYIN. There are four diving rings, four torpedoes, four batons, and six treasure pieces included. You can make up your own games based on speed or the number of items collected.
Voiiake inflatable pool ring toss
Choose from flamingo or shark styles
Ring toss is easily one of the most recognizable party or fair games, and now you can play it in your pool. Choose the shark style if you want the game to be a bit easier or the flamingo style if you're up for a challenge (those beaks will bounce some rings). The set includes three ring colors (six total), as well as the base you'll be tossing them onto. Everything is inflatable and can be set up in minutes.
The top pool games
We understand it's difficult to select just one pool game, but you don't have to with the JOYIN inflatable volleyball net and basketball hoop set. You'll get an inflatable volleyball and basketball to use with the inflatable net and hoop for each game. These are both sports that many people will recognize and will play immediately when you add them to the pool. Because this is a two-in-one option, it's our top pick for most people.
If you're considering more options, we think the JOYIN diving pool toy rings are hard to pass up. Since these items will sink to the bottom of the pool, everyone will get more exercise while trying to retrieve them—especially if it's a race! The bright colors make them easy to spot, and the abundance of pieces will allow you to make up your own games to use them in.
