When it comes to gifting, experience gifts are becoming more and more popular, and we’ve got just the experience gift your kids will LOVE this holiday season. If your child is into sports (football specifically) or is wanting to join a team sport where they’ll confidently pick up new skills while learning about teamwork, sportsmanship, and more, then consider asking for (or gifting) the experience of a season of flag football with NFL Flag this holiday season!
But don’t just take our word for it. There are so many benefits for kids when they play on an NFL Flag football team. We’re exploring just a few of those reasons below, as well as why experience gifts are the way to go this holiday season!
Experience Gifts Are On the Rise
There are so many reasons why an experience gift is a popular way to go during the holidays. They’re a win for parents because it means less items coming into their home and needing somewhere to be stored. Space can be pretty limited with growing kiddos, and the gift of an experience is one way to provide fun without taking up precious space.
Experience gifts also lend themselves to so many memories made; not just of the experience itself, but also remembering who it was that gifted it to them. Especially with how easily we can snap and share pictures with family and friends, it’s definitely a heartfelt touch to send a picture of your kiddo enjoying their experience to the person who gifted it to them. And who wouldn’t love to see their favorite kid on the field, learning flag football and having the best time?!
The Benefits of Gifting a Season of NFL Flag
There are so many reasons why NFL Flag is the perfect experience gift this holiday season (or any time, really!). One of the big things about NFL Flag is that it isn’t just about the kids–it’s a whole family experience and everyone walks away having benefited from participating, whether by being right in the middle of the game, coaching your child’s team, or watching from the sidelines. There’s truly something for everyone.
Accessibility
The NFL Flag program offers flag football that is inclusive for boys and girls alike, ages 4-14. This means that those younger siblings who grew up watching from the sidelines can play, too! It really becomes a whole family sport because our sons and daughters can both play, together, on the same field, learning the same skills. And you know this will carry over once they’re off the field and back at home–your kids will have flag football in common and they’ll form a special connection to it because it’s so accessible for all. Kids can start playing as young as preschool!
In a constantly evolving sports world, it’s encouraging to know that a sport traditionally seen as being for boys is now accessible to girls too. In fact, the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics launched the first college sanctioned women’s flag football league just a few years ago, in 2021. This definitely gives our kids–especially our daughters–something to look forward to as they grow and develop their skills in the game. They won’t have to stop playing once they get to college.
Easy Commitment
Usually, leagues will meet once a week. This makes it a little easier for busy families to add it to their schedules after school and other extracurricular activities. Plus, it can double as family time, so that’s definitely a win-win! Parents have the opportunity to volunteer as a coach and can rest assured that they won’t be adding too much to their already full plates, trying to balance work, family, and more.
Easy to Learn
When kids start by playing flag football with NFL Flag, they’ll easily transfer their skills over to playing tackle football when they’re ready for that. Your kids will learn basic fundamentals that will stay with them for their whole football journey: catching, throwing, formations, routes, and defensive skills. And even if your kids switch sports as they grow, they’re going to remember the fundamentals they learned through NFL Flag because the skills are presented in such an easy-to-learn way.
FUN!
With smaller team sizes, your child will have more opportunities to play the game they love so much. The games are quick but still competitive, so your child will still be learning while they play. No more sitting on the sidelines, waiting for the opportunity to possibly play for a few short minutes. Your child will have plenty of chances to put their skills to the test while supporting their teammates.
Speaking of their teammates . . . the NFL Flag team becomes friendships that last a lifetime. Your kids will love meeting new friends and being able to play with them each time they have practice or a game. No more dreading those extracurricular activities–your kids will be begging you to go see their friends and oh, maybe play some flag football too!
No Contact
Your child won’t have to wear all that heavy gear when they play on a team through NFL Flag because it’s strictly a non-contact sport. Since they won’t have to worry about all that heavy equipment, they can focus more on how to play and develop their skills without the fear of being tackled or getting hurt. It really does create an approachable atmosphere where everyone is comfortable!
NFL Flag’s Upcoming Spring Season Dates
Convinced that a season of NFL Flag would be the perfect holiday gift this year for your kiddo age 4-14? You’ve got some time, but it’s important to plan ahead! Registration for the NFL Flag spring season just opened on December 1, 2024 and it closes on February 23, 2025. The season will begin April 13, 2025 and end on June 8, 2025.
Go team, and happy holidays!
