WAWSAM Kids Drawstring Gym Bag Mermaid

In detail

Anyone who has tried packing a child's sports bag for school, the pool, or the next family outing knows: it doesn't take much extra flair, just a bag that keeps up. That's exactly where the WAWSAM gym bag comes in. Against a light blue background, a detailed mermaid swims among jellyfish, seahorses and drifting seagrass — a design that tends to go down well with kids without feeling over the top. At 38 × 45 cm, the bag offers enough room for sports clothing, gym shoes, a few school books, or everything needed for a trip to the pool. Handy detail: alongside the classic drawstring closure, there's a large zippered front pocket plus an additional inner zip pocket — ideal for stashing small items like keys, a tissue pack or a water bottle without them getting lost in the main compartment. The bag is made from sturdy, water-resistant polyester. That makes it a reliable companion for the everyday mix of PE class, changing rooms and outdoor pools, where things can get a little damp. The material is meant to hold up well under the typical daily wear and tear that comes with kids in and out of bags constantly. Worn as a drawstring backpack over both shoulders, it leaves hands free — useful when a water bottle or lunch box also needs carrying. While the mermaid motif will likely appeal visually more to girls, the manufacturer describes the bag as unisex. For parents looking for an uncomplicated, friendly-looking alternative to a full-size backpack — one that works equally well for sport, school, the beach, travel and swimming — this gym bag offers a solid, no-fuss everyday solution.

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• →As a sports bag for training, the gym or school PE lessons
• →As a handy companion for trips to the beach or the pool
• →As lightweight carry-on for short trips or sleepovers at friends' houses