Gather up your Nimbus 2000 and prepare to battle for the World Cup in the ultimate Quidditch match! Despite the nuances of this imaginative game, fans everywhere have creatively found ways to translate this fictitious competition into an amazingly real sport. Recreating this game for your own backyard is simple with our simple tutorial. You'll be dodging bludgers and catching snitches in no time!
Start creating the ultimate Quidditch pitch by assembling six hula hoops.
Spray paint each hoop with gold spray paint and allow to dry completely.
Gather six pieces of wood; two 4-foot pieces, two 5-foot pieces and 2 six-foot long pieces. The wood pieces should be 2 inches wide and at least an inch deep.
Spray paint each length of wood in coordinating colors. We chose colors that represent each Hogwarts house. Allow each piece of wood to dry completely.
Once all components are completely dry, use two 3-inch screws and secure the gold hoops to each cut of wood. We suggest using a drill or power screwdriver for ease.
Now that your pitches are assembled, tap them into the lawn using a rubber mallet. Make sure to allow for enough space between each post.
Gear up, grab your Nimbus 2000 and get ready to play every Potter fan's favorite sport! Are your kids too young to use the Nimbus? Consider creating makeshift brooms that are easy to assemble. We used lightweight pool noodles cut in half.
Keep score of your points by printing out our Free Printable Quidditch Scoreboard and placing it in a photo frame. Use a dry erase marker and eraser to use it over and over again!
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