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They teach teamwork, perseverance and other important life skills.
Heres a look at three sports that arebecoming unaffordable even for the middle class.
Dance
Dance is a sport that I know very well.
However, it seems to be getting more expensive each year.
This is more than some families pay for their housing costs.
Hockey
Hockey has long been known to be an expensive sport for kids to play.
According to the Project Play survey, parents spend an average of $2,583 per year on hockey.
However,other sourcessaid parents spend $10,000 or more each year.
When breaking down the costs, much of it comes from travel.
Depending on the length of the hockey season, it could include five to 10 tournaments.
Another significant cost is paying for ice time.
The more your team practices, the more your yearly fees are likely to cost.
Unlike dance, a big expense for hockey comes from the equipment players need.
And if youre a goalie, the equipment needed is even more.
Skiing / Snowboarding
Another sport thats becoming increasingly expensive for kids is skiing and snowboarding.
The equipment has always been a pricey part of the sport.
For both snowboarding and skiing, youll need skis or a snowboard, bindings and boots.
Depending on where you live, the cost is going to fluctuate greatly.
Any child over the age of 12 would pay the adult price of $1,047.
If you live in a ski location, having a season pass is the easiest way to save money.
Purchasing individual day passes can get expensive quickly.
AtVail Resort, the prices are even more expensive.
Tickets purchased at the window would cost $220, and advanced tickets are $197.
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