If you're a former competitive athlete, it's normal to miss your sport once the time has come to hang it up. On the flip side, if you never were very competitive but feel like you missed out, there are plenty of ways to be introduced to various sports. Being social while you do it is an added bonus many seek out.

Continue swiping for a look at 7 of the most social sports you can play.

Skiing

Skiing down a mountain leaves little room for socializing in and of itself. However, most ski trips are planned with the "après-ski" in mind. The resort life, the lift rides and the breaks between runs make it easy to enjoy the company of others.

Pickleball

Pickleball is a low-impact sport that doesn’t automatically favor speed and agility, making it a great experience for players of all ages and abilities. It's easy to catch on to, low-cost, easily co-ed adaptable, and non-contact. That's a great recipe for socializing!

Soccer

Local soccer leagues are full of former competitive soccer players and they're a great way to some good cardio in. Plus, most leagues are sponsored by a local restaurant, bar, or brewery for after-game activities!

Darts

This sport isn't typically considered athletic, but darts may top this list in terms of the social aspect. Most often, darts are enjoyed in an already social setting with little on the line. Darts games get super competitive, and you can catch darts competitions on ESPN every once in a while!

Frisbee Golf

Frisbee golf, like pickleball, is relatively new in its popularity. While there aren't many similarities to standard golf in practice, the amount of socializing built-in is very parallel!

Softball

Softball is another league-style sport that draws a lot of former competitive softball and baseball players. The pace of the game, unlike soccer, is slower though. That makes it easier for newbies to pick up on the rules and flow, even if they've never played before.

Golf

It's one of the most difficult and frustrating sports to get really good at, but it's easily the sport with the most room for socializing. During a five-hour round, you only end up swinging the club for around 10 minutes in total. That leaves plenty of time to chat, grab drinks at the 19th hole and swap stories.