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Recreational Activities: by Mr. Jose Ray Redeemir Montenegro Calanog

The document defines recreation as a voluntary activity done for enjoyment and refreshment during leisure time. It lists 9 characteristics of recreation including that it involves mental, physical, or emotional activity and occurs during unobligated time. The document categorizes different types of recreational activities such as sports, social activities, arts and crafts, music, drama, dancing, nature activities, mental activities, service activities, collecting activities, and technological activities.

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Recreational Activities: by Mr. Jose Ray Redeemir Montenegro Calanog

The document defines recreation as a voluntary activity done for enjoyment and refreshment during leisure time. It lists 9 characteristics of recreation including that it involves mental, physical, or emotional activity and occurs during unobligated time. The document categorizes different types of recreational activities such as sports, social activities, arts and crafts, music, drama, dancing, nature activities, mental activities, service activities, collecting activities, and technological activities.

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Recreational Activities

by Mr. Jose Ray Redeemir Montenegro Calanog


[email protected] / [email protected]
Definition of
Recreation
• Worthwhile voluntary activity for enjoyment
and satisfaction
• Refreshment of one's mind or body after work
through activity that amuses or stimulates;
play.
• Expression of human interest in free time
Characteristics
of Recreation
1.
Recreation
involves an
activity
(mental/physical/emotional)
Characteristics
of Recreation
2.
Recreation has
no single form
Wide range of activities active/passive indoor/outdoor
Characteristics
of Recreation
3.
Recreation is
determined by
motivation
(desire, motive, incentive)
Characteristics
of Recreation
4.
Recreation
occurs in
unobligated
time
Characteristics
of Recreation
5.
Recreation is
participated
voluntarily
Characteristics
of Recreation
6.
Recreation is
universally
sought and
practiced
Characteristics
of Recreation
7.
Recreation is
purposeful
Characteristics
of Recreation
8.
Recreation is
flexible
(organized/unorganized)
Characteristics
of Recreation
9.
Recreation has
by-products
(physical fitness, emotional stability or social wellness)
Career development
Categories of
Recreation
Games and Sports
• Individual, dual and team sports
• Parlor games
• Children games
• Passive games (board and card games)
Categories of
Recreation
Social Activities
• Parties and celebrations
• Games for big groups
• Social gatherings
• Group travels and outings
• Story telling with friends
Categories of
Recreation
Arts and Crafts Activities
• Drawing, painting
• Photography
• Architectural Design
• Any activity that will produce an artwork like
basketry, jewelry making, carpentry
Categories of
Recreation
Music Activities
• Vocals
• Playing music instruments
• Song composition
• Listening to music
Categories of
Recreation
Drama Activities
• Plays
Categories of
Recreation
Dancing Activities
• Gymnastics, aerobics
• Dancing different types of dances
Categories of
Recreation
Nature Activities
• Gardening
• Taking care of animals/pets
• Hiking, mountaineering, hunting
Categories of
Recreation
Mental & Linguistic Activities
• Reading books/magazines
• Writing articles
• Public speaking, Debates/discussions
• Puzzles, paper and pencil games
Categories of
Recreation
Service Activities
• Leading and joining clubs and organizations
and their activities
• Church activity
• Service as a volunteer
• Service as coach or official
Categories of
Recreation
Collecting Activities
• Cards, antiques, mugs, pens, key chains, etc.
• Limited edition items
• Fanatic collection
Categories of
Recreation
Technological Activities
• Texting
• Chatting and conferences
• Surfing the net
• Playing games through game consoles or
computers

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