How to Throw a Teenage Pool Party
Pool parties are a fun way for teens to get together and celebrate. Pool parties can be held to celebrate a birthday, end of the school year, graduation, summer holiday or just for fun. A teen pool party can be personalized based upon the teen's likes and dislikes. When hosting a pool party, either at home or at a public pool, be sure to enforce pool rules to ensure that your guests stay safe. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Invitations (paper, Frisbee or beach ball)
- Balloons
- Beach umbrella
- Beach chairs
- Food
Instructions
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Send invitations two weeks before the party. Make invitations from paper using pool themed images. For an unexpected surprise, write invitation information on a Frisbee or beach ball using a marker, then mail the Frisbee or beach ball to guests.
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Decorate the area around the pool. Use balloons in tropical colors or whatever colors are preferred by the teen host. Other beach themed accessories can be used to decorate if desired.
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Set up a beach umbrella and several beach chairs to give guests a location to relax when they are not in the pool.
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Serve food that is easy to digest and will not spoil while outdoors. Try serving fruit and vegetables in addition to more substantial foods like hot dogs and hamburgers. Have several types of drinks available to keep the teens hydrated. Offering a cold dessert like ice cream is a good way to cool the teenagers after they have been in the sun.
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Play games in the pool to keep teens occupied. Try playing Marco Polo or games such as pool volleyball. Teens may also enjoy competing in a diving competition if the pool is large enough.
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Tips & Warnings
Prepare an alternate plan in case of bad weather on the day of the pool party.
Enforce pool safety during the pool party to keep guests safe.
References
- Photo Credit Palmen am Pool image by Chief Joseph from Fotolia.com
