Trainers, a T-shirt, shorts and maybe a towel: for PE your child needs a little more than fits in the school bag. The gym bags for boys at Tiny Giggles are light drawstring bags that your child wears on the back or over one shoulder. You choose from superheroes, Paw Patrol, Cars, dinosaurs, camouflage or a calm Kidzroom pattern. Below you can read which bag suits your son and what to look for when choosing.
What are gym bags for boys?
A gym bag is a flat bag made of light material with an opening at the top that you pull open and closed with cords. The cords double as shoulder straps. That way the bag is packed in no time and carries comfortably. Empty, a gym bag takes up hardly any space, so it also fits in a backpack as an extra bag. All bags in this collection are made of polyester.
Superheroes and cartoon characters
- Captain America Storm Gym Bag: in blue or black, 49 x 34 cm.
- Marvel Avengers Safety Shield Gym Bag: grey, 44 x 37 cm.
- Marvel Avengers Armor Up Gym Bag: blue and black, 44 x 37 cm.
- Paw Patrol All Paws On Deck Gym Bag: blue with Chase, Marshall and Rubble, 44 x 37 cm.
- Cars Lightning Strikes Gym Bag: grey, 44 x 37 cm.
- Fireman Sam Fire Alarm Gym Bag: red, blue and multicoloured, with Fireman Sam and his fire hose, 44 x 37 cm.
More heroes are under Marvel, Paw Patrol and Fireman Sam. For Disney characters, see the Disney gym bags for boys.
Dinosaurs and bold prints
- Skooter Dino Jokes Gym Bag: navy blue, 44 x 37 cm.
- Prêt Happy Go Lucky Gym Bag: blue with an all-over dinosaur print and a big dinosaur, 32 x 42 cm, with adjustable shoulder straps and a zipped front pocket.
- ProDG Storm Blue Gym Bag: blue, 34 x 49 cm.
- ProDG Storm Parkour Gym Bag: blue and black, 34 x 49 cm.
- Hype Black & Grey Mono Camo Gym Bag: black and grey camouflage, 52.5 x 42 cm, 8 litres, with black drawstrings and the embroidered Hype logo.
More from these brands is under Skooter and Hype.
Kidzroom: calm colours with a front pocket
- Kidzroom Adore More Gym Bag: green with white aeroplanes, 42 x 32 cm.
- Kidzroom Sweet Cuddles Gym Bag: beige with little cars, 42 x 32 cm.
- Kidzroom Teddy in Town Beige Gym Bag: made of soft teddy fabric in beige, with a small Kidzroom logo, 42 x 32 cm.
The Adore More and Sweet Cuddles have adjustable shoulder straps and a zipped front pocket for small things such as keys or a purse. According to the description they are made of recycled polyester. All models are under Kidzroom.
How to choose the right gym bag
- Size: most bags are about 44 x 37 cm. For bigger children or extra things, the ProDG, Captain America and Hype bags are slightly larger.
- Front pocket: does your son want to keep his key, card or hair ties separate? Then choose the Prêt or a Kidzroom bag with a zipped front pocket.
- Adjustable shoulder straps: handy for young children, because you can set the bag at exactly the right height.
- Design: a bag with his favourite hero is the one your child most likes to bring.
For which age?
Preschoolers often don't need PE kit yet, but they do go to swimming lessons or the play hall. For them, a smaller bag with adjustable shoulder straps is nice, such as the Prêt or a Kidzroom bag. Older primary school children bring more and often choose a larger bag with a bold print, such as ProDG, Captain America or Hype.
What goes in?
- Trainers, ideally in their own little bag.
- A sports T-shirt and shorts.
- A towel if there's a shower after PE.
- A water bottle for after exercise.
Put the shoes at the bottom and the clothes on top. That keeps the bag flat and comfortable to carry.
For swimming lessons too
A gym bag is also handy for swimming lessons or a day of sport. Pack swimming trunks, a towel and flip-flops. Put wet things in a separate bag afterwards and take them out as soon as you're home so the bag can dry. That prevents a musty smell and keeps the bag looking good for longer.
Bringing the bag himself
With a gym bag your son learns to remember his own things. Hang the bag in a fixed spot on the coat rack and let your child check the evening before that everything is in it. Write his name on the label or inside, because at school lots of gym bags often hang side by side. That way your son learns step by step to take responsibility for his own things.
Tip: a gym bag with an eye-catching print is easier to find in the changing room.
Care
Empty the bag after every PE lesson and let it air. Wipe marks away with a damp cloth. For the Hype bag the manufacturer says: wipe clean only. Don't leave sweaty clothes in the bag for too long, and it will stay fresh.
Combining with other school things
A gym bag with the same hero as the backpack or lunch bag looks great together. Take a look at the backpacks for boys and the lunch bags for boys. Everything for the new school year is under school. If you order several school items at once, the school bundle discount applies too: 5% for 2 items, 10% for 3 and 15% from 4.
More gym bags
The full range is under gym bags. Looking for something for a sister or cousin? Then see the gym bags for girls.
Ordering at Tiny Giggles
Order before 1pm, shipped the same working day. Shipping is free from €49 within the Netherlands and from €69 to Belgium and Germany, and we ship to all EU countries.
Still not sure which of the gym bags for boys suits best? Feel free to contact us; we're happy to help.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a gym bag?
Most bags measure about 44 x 37 cm. At 52.5 x 42 cm, the Hype bag is the largest.
Which gym bags have a front pocket?
The Prêt Happy Go Lucky, Kidzroom Adore More and Kidzroom Sweet Cuddles have a zipped front pocket.
How does a gym bag close?
With a drawstring at the top, which also serves as a shoulder strap.
What are they made of?
Polyester; the Teddy in Town bag has a soft teddy fabric.
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