From video games that get everyone off the couch to Lego x Nike’s collab, these are some of the coolest fitness gifts for kids.
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Italian brain rot got your kiddo’s attention? In an era where caregivers are increasingly seeking screen-free entertainment (hello, landlines!), some of the best fitness gifts for kids can keep little ones active and engaged – even when on a rainy day. Ahead of the holiday shopping season, Athletech News is rounding up the coolest finds for kids who love sports and exercise.
Our gift ideas aren’t just for athlethic kids. Sure, we’ve got stylish activewear from Quince and an AI-powered soccer robot, but we’re also recommending cool kicks from the new Nike x Lego collab, a controller-free video game cube that gets the entire family off the couch (this writer’s own kids now prefer it to the Nintendo Switch) and the oh-so-classic shiny new bike.
Keep reading for our top gift recommendations for sporty, active and outdoorsy kids from REI, Amazon, Backcountry, Dick’s Sporting Goods and other retailers. Stay tuned as ATN rolls out even more shopping guides for all types.
The Best Fitness Gifts for Kids
Nex Playground with 12-Month Play Pass
$338
Nex Playground’s interactive gaming device gets everyone in the family 0ff the couch and into the bowling alley, baseball field or dance floor – without the need for controllers. The cube has a built-in camera and AI motion tracking, allowing up to four people to swing, throw, jump and more as they play fitness and sports games. Gift the Play Pass subscription to give access to more than 30 games, including ones with “Peppa Pig,” “Gabby’s Dollhouse,” “Kung Fu Panda,” “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles,” “Sesame Street” and other popular TV series and movies.
Soccer Bot Training Toy
$60
For the aspiring NWSL or MLS superstar, Soccer Bot’s training toy helps kids (and adults) improve their dribbling and control indoors and outdoors with custom challenges and speed settings. (Our kiddo loves to use the LCD score tracker to break his own records.)
Quince Girls Ultra-Form Tank & Pocket Leggings
$39.84 ($49.80), 20% off
Cult-favorite brand Quince isn’t just a go-to for cashmere and fashion essentials – its kids activewear line (which is comparable to Nike and Athleta) includes a range of staples for busy littles. Gift a set of two pieces from the Ultra-Form line (made from non-toxic, four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric) and save 20%.
Stapelstein Board
$59.95
They don’t have to be a skater, surfer or snowboarder to love Stapelstein’s Board, which helps kids work on their balance through active free play. We love that it’s made from 100% recyclable, toxic-free EPP (expandable polypropylene), and can be used with the brand’s other mix-and-match play pieces.
Skip It Toy
$22.99
Grown-ups, cue the “skip it, skip it” song: your favorite childhood toys are retro relics now. Kids and adults alike will love the challenge of scoring 1 million skips with Skip It, the beloved ’90s active toy with lights, sounds and a digital counter.
Retrospec Kids Koda 12″ Bike
$139.99 ($149.99), 15% off
Let them cruise the neighborhood style with Retrospec’s 12″ kids bike featuring a cool, retro look. (It’s on sale as part of the brand’s early Black Friday event through the end of November.)
