Beach Gear For Families

The best way to beat the heat during a New York City heat wave? Hit the beach! Nothing spells sweet summer memories like family trips to the seaside. Check out our favorite fun items to make sure every ocean-side moment goes 100% swimmingly!

For the salt-water baker: No need to suspend your tot’s culinary ambition during the vacation months. With Melissa & Doug’s delightful Seaside Sidekicks Sand Cupcake Set, every pint-sized dessert connoisseur can nurture their craft even while basking in the sun. This sweet set includes 12-pieces that are absolutely perfect for crafting adorable cupcake shapes by the sea.

$14.99, melissaanddoug.com

For the prepared parent: A day of sea and sun is sure to result in some splashes and damp clothes by the end of the adventure. To keep essentials like snacks, diapers, and fresh clothes bone dry – or to keep soaked bathing suits separated during the drive home – try the awesome Icky Wetbag from Petunias by Kelly. These handy, waterproof satchels – available in a variety of sizes and patterns – are sure to come in handy after a long day of living the life aquatic!

$16-35, etsy.com/shop/PETUNIAS

For the little mermaid: What would summertime be without the perfect swimsuit? Make sure the Ariel in your life looks her cutest while frolicking in the salty air this summer with this trendy Tiered Two-Piece from the go-to kid’s-wear gurus at Hannah Anderson. Pretty purple hues pair with a dainty bow detail for a precious and practical beach look.

$38, hannaandersson.com

For the stylish sun-worshiper: Too much sun is not good. For parents concerned with shielding little ones from harsh UV-rays, a chic sunhat can’t be beat. We’re in love with Lacoste’s tropically-patterned Kids Bucket Cap. Give your little one a touch of island flavor with a sun-combating edge!

$40, lacoste.com

For your beach boy: Style-savvy swim trunks are great, but when your little man gets the urge to catch a wave, sometimes some more heavy-duty swimwear is needed. Mini Boden’s Surf Suit does double duty for a day in the waves by blocking against sunburns and ensuring that your aspiring surfer is ready to roll when the whitecaps – or perfect boogie-boarding currents – come rolling in.

$48, bodenusa.com

British Swim School - Long Island

The premier learn-to-swim provider for people of all ages, offering programs for children ages 3-months through adults.&nbsp; British Swim School uses gentle teaching methods and a survival-first approach to help people of all experience levels become safer, stronger swimmers. British Swim School&rsquo;s safe, fun, and effective instructional program has made it the preferred choice for parents and students for over 40 years. Come see the British Swim School difference!

Super Soccer Stars

Soccer Stars is New York&rsquo;s most popular youth educational soccer program! With 24 years of experience under our cleats, we have positively impacted over one million kids in our local community by putting the FUN in FUNdamentals in our weekly classes and camps. At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as a vehicle to help children not only improve their soccer skills, but develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, build teamwork, and hone socialization skills. Our highly trained coaches and early childhood experts lead an age-specific curriculum with a low kid-to-coach ratio so every child gets individual attention and can grow at their own pace. Kids ages 1-12+ can join our seasonal programs, including Parent &amp; Me, FUNdamentals, Development Training, and Travel Soccer. Join us at one of over 80 locations in neighborhoods across across Westchester County, Connecticut and New York, available 7 days-a-week: Connecticut: <ul> <li>Cos Cob</li> <li>Greenwich</li> <li>Port Chester</li> </ul> &nbsp; Westchester: <ul> <li>Briarcliff</li> <li>Eastchester</li> <li>Mt. Kisco</li> <li>New Rochelle</li> <li>Ridgefield</li> <li>Scarsdale</li> <li>White Plains</li> </ul> &nbsp; New York City: <ul> <li>Bronx</li> <li>Inwood</li> <li>Upper West Side</li> <li>Upper East Side</li> </ul> &nbsp; Can&rsquo;t find a class or location that fits your schedule? Soccer Stars also offers private classes for small groups or individual training. Let our coaches come to you with a completely customizable program, anytime, anywhere. Birthday parties are also available!&nbsp;

Asphalt Green

Asphalt Green&rsquo;s high-quality sports programs start at 4 months old. Two beautiful facilities in vibrant Manhattan neighborhoods provide the optimal space for children to learn the fundamentals, play for leisure, or compete at the highest level. As the leading sports and fitness facility in Manhattan, Asphalt Green&rsquo;s never-before- seen training methods focus on improving your mental and physical game. Whether participating in swim, soccer, flag football, martial arts, basketball, baseball, tennis, or volleyball, coaches instill values that set athletes up for success in life and bring out their full potential in sports.