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Published: June 27, 2009

Want to "check out" the competition in a recreational sports league?

Then you better know what you enjoy and what you're able to handle, say Chris and Tracey Giebner, co-owners of Tampa Bay Club Sports.

Co-ed activities range from extremely competitive to downright laid-back. Couch potatoes would be foolish to jump into a competitive sport right away and, likewise, ladies looking for hunky company better not sign up for a team unless they're ready to play hard.

Here's an idea of the range of activities, and the skills needed to play:

PARTY TIME: Want to hit the scene, but you're more jokester than jock? Social sports such as bean-bag toss tournaments or bowling may be the trick. The former involves joining a team of two and competing for cash prizes. Bowlers have to rent those funny shoes, but the activity is enjoyed in air-conditioned comfort.

PLAYGROUND FUN: Loved kickball and dodge ball as a kid? Imagine it with grownups at a bar or local softball field. There's little skill needed for these laid-back games. Players are likely to have as much fun in the dugout or on the sidelines as they do on the playing field. Beach volleyball, played at local bars, features a relaxed atmosphere as well.

FIT AND FRIENDLY: Soccer and softball are casual by nature, but don't be surprised if occasionally you discover a former high school or college player on the recreational soccer pitch, or a softball teammate carrying a $350 bat.

JOCKS ONLY: Basketball is the only non-co-ed activity for a reason. Ballers take their game seriously. Competitive-level soccer and flag football sorts out the less-serious.

Mary Shedden

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