INTRODUCTION-TO-RECREATIONAL-ACTIVITIES

Recreational Activities

Activities voluntarily chosen to refresh or restore oneself from heavy obligatory work.

Leisure

Unobligated hours available after attending to employment or activities mandatory for self-maintenance.

Play

An activity carried out within leisure for pleasure, satisfaction, and self-expression.

Outdoor Recreation

Activities that take place outside, providing opportunities to bond and socialize.

Indoor Recreation

Alternative activities during inclement weather that encourage family bonding.

Physical Activities

Activities that involve physical exertion, such as playing sports and swimming.

Social Activities

Activities that bring people together, like attending parties or organizing game nights.

Cultural Activities

Activities that celebrate and revive the cultural aspects of society.

Intellectual Activities

Activities that engage individuals in creative pursuits and stimulate brain functions.

Benefits of Recreation

Includes happiness, family unity, weight control, and reduced stress.

Barriers in Performing Recreational Activities

Factors such as lack of time, social influence, and lack of resources that hinder participation.

Bureau of Labor Statistics

The source of data regarding time spent on leisure activities.

Emotional Stability

A value derived from recreation that contributes to mental health and well-being.

Community Pride

An increase in pride as a benefit of participating in recreational activities.

Observation & Documentation

Criteria for grading related to the quality and variety of recreational activities documented.

Capture the Fun

An activity title for documenting and analyzing recreational activities.

Motivation

A barrier that can impede participation in recreational activities.