Vande Hey Design Center

Wednesday, July 6, 2011

Family fun and fitness: staying in the game

Got game? Everyone knows the benefits of an active lifestyle as a healthy and positive force for all ages and skill levels. The back yard game court is the answer to stop, drop and play for the entire family: stop the channel or internet-surfing, drop the video game controls and play!

A high performance court occupies the little ones playing hopscotch, four-square, rollerblading or riding tricycles. A basketball court helps Dad pass down his jump shot to the kids and the teens can play volleyball without the sandy shorts plus badminton, kickball and soccer minus the grass stains.

A tennis doubles match with the neighbors, even twenty minutes after some rain lets everyone enjoy activities. For solo practice, add a multi-purpose rebounder for handball, soccer, tennis or a baseball pitch back. When winter comes, convert the game court to a personal ice hockey/skating rink by flooding the court to extend the fun factor year-round! Lights can be added for night play.

With applications from residential homes to cabin getaways, multi-game court owners are excited at the many activities that can be played on these courts! Multi-sport game courts also provide an excellent flooring solution for athletic facilities, churches, schools, professional sports centers and community centers. There are no worries with a court that is low-maintenance, cost effective, moisture-resistant and carries the best warranty in the industry. Vertical suspension provides protection and energy return for competitive play with consistent playability. The patented Lateral Forgiveness™ flooring surface is tested and proven to reduce the risk of injury and fatigue, making it a valuable investment in fitness.

Snap Sport has installed more than 50,000 basketball, tennis, game courts and putting green installations worldwide since 1974. The floors have been chosen by many distinguished athletic organizations such as the FIBA, NCAA, NBA, USA Volleyball, and USA Hockey Inline. Coach Larry Brown is one of over 50 NBA coaches and players who have installed Snap Sport products in their backyard. “The game court has provided a wonderful way for me to share my love of sports with the ones who mean the most to me,” Brown says.

Snap Sport combines state of the art technology with timeless products that provide the world with ongoing quality family time opportunities! A game court can be installed in a matter of days and custom-designed to fit any color or size specification. Whether for a safe haven for your children, development of athletic skills or a healthy diversion from TV and video games, backyard recreation is a great way for families to reconnect.