It’s good to have a hobby – everyone should have at least one, as it is a good way, perhaps the best way, to get away from the challenges faced in everyday life and allow you a little time to unwind and think of something other than what’s troubling you. It might not make you any money, and it doesn’t have to, so don’t fall into this trap, and you might not even be that good at it, but if you find it fun and it helps you feel good, then it’s worthwhile.  

When you’re a parent, it can be hard to enjoy hobbies. There is always so much to do, and you need to ensure your children are happy and safe. So why not involve them in your hobby or, even better, come up with a hobby you and them can do together? In that way, no one is missing out, and you get some excellent bonding time with your kids. Here are some great hobbies that dads can do with their kids with that in mind. 

Sports

One of the top hobbies around has to be sports. There are so many to choose from that you’re sure to find something that both you and the little ones want to get involved in. It could be anything at all, and you might play on a team or jump together on a Gold Coast trampoline. Some examples of great sports to take up as a family include:

·         Golf

·         Running or hiking

·         Football

·         Baseball

·         Paintballing

·         Geocaching  

It doesn’t matter what you choose as long as you’re having fun, getting fit, and spending time together. If you’re worried that you might not be able to get involved because you wear glasses, that’s not a barrier either; you can use Sports Contacts and not have to worry about a thing.

Mechanics

If the hobby you choose to take up with your kids is one that will give them – and you – useful skills for everyday life, then that is certainly a good bonus. One of the potential hobbies that will certainly fit the bill in this regard is mechanics. If you can fix a car when it goes wrong, or even just tune one up when it’s required, this is a highly useful skill and one that could even turn into a profession.  

Start by taking classes together if you’re unsure of the basics, or perhaps follow an online video that gives you plenty of information. Over time you can take on some challenging projects and perhaps get even more into car restoration; this is a fabulous hobby that will give you a lot of time together.

Gardening

Being outside in the fresh air has been shown to be good for you. It promotes relaxation and reduces stress, keeping you fit and healthy. A hobby that combines all of this is gardening. Gardening is a physical activity, so you’ll all be getting even more exercise.  

Start by tidying up your own yard and then design a new landscaping project to make it look amazing. If you want to make your gardening even more worthwhile, why not include a vegetable patch so you can grow your own food.