Recreational Activities and Their Benefits

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Questions and Answers

Which Latin word does 'recreation' originate from?

  • Spirit
  • Renew (correct)
  • Refresh
  • Enjoyment

Which type of recreational activity involves spending time by watching the event and deriving enjoyment from it?

  • Physical Activity
  • Active Type
  • Public Type
  • Spectator Type (correct)

What is the primary purpose of recreational activities?

  • Earn money
  • Refresh the mind and body (correct)
  • Complete work tasks
  • Achieve professional goals

What type of recreational activity requires people to function effectively in performing the action?

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Which type of recreational activity involves activities like chess, scrabble, and monopoly?

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Which of the following is NOT an example of an outdoor recreational activity involving water?

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What is a common feature of outdoor recreational activities?

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In recreational activities, which type involves the general public?

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Which of the following would be considered an indoor recreational activity?

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Which classification of recreational activities involves the mind working more and less body movement?

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What do recreational activities provide an opportunity to do?

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Which characteristic of recreational activities implies that participation is voluntary?

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Flashcards

Recreational Activity

An activity done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure outside of work, aiming to refresh the mind, body, and spirit.

Indoor Recreational Activities

Activities done inside an enclosed structure, like a house or recreational center.

Outdoor Recreational Activities

Activities done outside, often involving interaction with nature.

Spectator Type

Watching an event for enjoyment.

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Participant Type

Joining an activity for enjoyment.

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Active Type

Requires physical effort and action.

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Passive Type

Involves minimal physical movement.

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Physical Activity

Involves exerting bodily functions.

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Mental Activity

Involves mental effort with minimal body movement.

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Public Type

Involves the general public.

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Private Type

Confined to people working in a private company.

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Study Notes

Definition and Purpose of Recreational Activity

  • Derived from the Latin word "recreare", meaning to renew and refresh, recreational activity is an interest done for enjoyment, amusement, or pleasure outside of work.
  • It aims to refresh the mind, body, and spirit through play or relaxation, allowing individuals to express themselves creatively, fulfill basic needs, and be their true selves.

Types of Recreational Activities

Indoor Recreational Activities

  • Refers to activities done inside an enclosed structure, such as a house, club, or recreational center with sports and recreational facilities.
  • Examples include:
    • Board games (Chess, Scrabble, etc.)
    • Table games (Bingo, Dominos, etc.)
    • Arts & Crafts (scrapbooking, origami, sewing, drawing, painting, etc.)
    • Reading (books, magazines, newspapers, eBooks, etc.)
    • Hobbies (pet, plant, and fish keeping, cooking, collections, etc.)
    • Electronics (play station, computer games, net surfing, browsing, etc.)
    • Fitness (indoor sports, home exercises, etc.)
    • Performing Arts (dancing, singing, acting, instruments playing)

Outdoor Recreational Activities

  • Refers to activities done outside a building or structure, often involving interaction with nature.
  • Examples include:
    • LAND: Mountaineering, Trekking/Hiking, Orienteering, Canyoneering, Rock Climbing, Birdwatching, Mountain Biking
    • WATER: Swimming, Fishing, Cliff/Scuba/Free Driving, Snorkeling, Canoeing/Kayaking, Surfing, Rafting
    • AIR: Parasailing, Skydiving, Paragliding, Parachuting, Zip riding, Cable car riding, Bungee jumping

Classifications of Recreational Activities

  • Spectator Type: involves watching an event for enjoyment.
  • Participant Type: involves joining the activity for enjoyment.
  • Active Type: requires physical effort and action.
  • Passive Type: involves minimal physical movement.
  • Physical Activity: involves exerting bodily functions.
  • Mental Activity: involves mental effort with minimal body movement.
  • Public Type: involves the general public.
  • Private Type: is confined to people working in a private company.

Characteristics of Recreational Activities

  • Involves activity.
  • Is determined by motivation.
  • Is a reward.
  • Is flexible (organized or not organized).
  • Is not a single form.
  • Is participated voluntarily.

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