WSO Wishlist: Family Fun Essentials

Give your kids the watersports bug this Summer...

Gul Seaspray Junior 33" Bodyboard £22

Bodyboarding is a great way to keep kids entertained at the beach – it’s exciting and easy to pick up. Bodyboarding is a fun sport for kids and adults of all ages, providing they are good swimmers and ready for some splashing and speed. Kitting your kids out for their bodyboarding debut won’t cost you a fortune either – all they need is a wetsuit and board. This 2016 Gul Seaspray 33-inch bodyboard is a great buy at just £22. It boasts EPO core, XPE Deck, slick bottom, 60:40 rails and comes with a leash and plug.

Z-Pro Tango 3 Man Kayak TA300 GREEN + 2 FREE PADDLES + Stirrup Pump £385

A larger version of the popular Tango TA200, the Z-Pro Tango TA300 features a longer hull and seating for three with adjustable seat positions so it can be rigged for use by one, two or three paddlers – making it a great choice for families! Designed and constructed for use on rivers, lakes and the sea shore you can get out on the water no matter where you live It’s quick to inflate, easy to paddle and is tough, durable and lightweight. This already discounted kayak also comes with two free paddles and a stirrup pump. We hear a summer full of adventures calling!

Gul G-Force Junior Shorty Wetsuit £18

If you’re getting the kids started in watersports, a wetsuit should be the first bit of kit you buy them. Perfect for the warm weather, and easier to get on and off than a full length suit, this Gul G-Force kids 3/2mm shorty features some impressive tech given the tiny price tag. Titanium 2 lined neoprene will keep kids warm and protect from UV rays, smooth skin chest and back panels eliminate wind chill and flatlock seam construction ensures durability and comfort. Wettie more do you want?

Red Paddle Co 9'4 Snapper Kids Inflatable Stand Up Paddle Board + Bag, Pump & Paddle £499

Are your kids sick of you having all the SUP fun? Now you can share you sport with children as young as six (and up to 60kgs), thanks to this scaled-down all-rounder from Red Paddle Co. If your kids have been having a go on your SUP board you’ll be amazed at how much better they get on with a board proportioned properly for their size – paddling becomes more efficient, drag is decreased, speed increases and it’s a lot less tiring (we think the tiring bit is a good thing…). The 9'4" board is designed to offer fast straight-line paddling and decent surfing performance. Included is a travel backpack, repair kit, Red Paddle Co Ezee Pump and a free paddle. Who is more excited – you or them?

Crewsaver Euro 100 Junior Lifejacket £35

Sailing with your children is a fantastic experience – they’ll have a magical time on board and you’re bound to enjoy sharing your sport and seeing it through child’s eyes. A lifejacket is an absolute essential; this one from Crewsaver is favourite with kids as the funky pattern on the durable outer layer makes them want to wear it. Filled with soft PVC foam the Crewsaver Euro 100 is supplied with crutch straps, SOLAS approved retro-reflective tape, a collar to support the head in the water and a whistle.

Read our top tips for sailing with children here.