appears to have been used in the English language first in the late 14th century, in the sense of "refreshment or curing of a sick person".

means being free from prior commitments to physiologic or social needs which is the prerequisite of recreation.

which is usually the term for children's recreational activity

SOME OF RECREATION AND LEISURE MULTIPLE MEANINGS:

are activities such as playing basketball or volleyball with friends, help to keep a person's body in shape and serve to initiate close bonds between and among like-minded individuals.

was derived from the Anglo-Saxon “plega”, meaning “a game, sport, skirmish, fight or battle”. This is related to the Latin "plaga” which means “a blow, stroke, or thrust”.

The view of leisure as closely related to social class stemmed from the work of Thorstein Veblen, a leading American sociologist of the late 19th century.

The most common view of leisure regards it as unobligated or discretionary time. Discretionary time is time that is not used for work obligations and personal maintenance.

Leisure may be viewed as an activity which people engage in during their free time.Obviously, this concept of leisure is closely linked to the idea of recreation because it involves the way in which free time is used for activity purposes.

The emphasis is on the perceived freedom of the activity and on the role of leisure involvement in helping the individual achieve personal fulfillment and self-enrichment.

Leisure is viewed in terms of its contribution to the spiritual aspect - the expression of religious values. Newly founded organizations conduct activities involving the spiritual aspect of being a person.

are recreational activities that can be done or performed inside the room or inside the class.

are activities that are done outside in the open and natural environment during leisure or free time.

is considered as one of the most popular recreational activities in adventure tourism.

is one of the best tourist destination for white river rafting enthusiasts.

” is an acronym for “SelfContained Underwater Breathing Apparatus”. It was invented for underwater warfare during World War II.

used to be the hunting medium for the Nordic people. The thrill remains, though only in the form of different athletic challenges of the Nordic and Alpine regions.

is one classy way of sightseeing in the mountain territories.

has become one of the prime desert recreational activities around the world, especially in the heart of the Middle East

You are engaging in recreational activities through sports

If you are an adventurer, this type of recreational activity is the most enjoyable for you.

Yes, most of us do recreational activities for amusement

These are the usual recreational activities that your club, friends, company or organizations usually plan or organize.

Singing, dancing listening to music, and watching movies, these activities are also a type of recreational activities

BENEFITS OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PERSONAL BENEFITS OF RECREATION

SOCIAL BENEFITS OF RECREATION

can have substantial benefits to our health and well being. It has a positive influence on health and well-being.

is a form of leisure that uses water in any way. It is an activity that a person does – in, on, or under water – for fun and enjoyment, usually to refresh the body and mind.

ports can either be Individual-Based or Team-Based.

To more specific, travelling over water in a vessel or vehicle that has sails can be termed as sailing

a combination of swimming, gymnastics, and dance, synchronized swimming is performing elegant synchronized moves in the water with music played in the background.

this water sport, where a small boat called kayak is used to move across the water, can be done in White Water Rivers, seas, or lakes, for different purposes

This powerboats reach speeds high enough to get your adrenaline pumping and enjoy the thrills of a race. Power boating is a fun and enjoyable.

is done in a small boat called canoe which is pointed at both ends.

is sailing or boating on a vessel called yacht. These vessels or yacht are designed to sail fast, and hence used widely for racing.

include an individual performer that attempts to show their best abilities on or in the waters.

this is supposedly the most popular water sports, and it is all about showing your water prowess and attempt to reach the finish line before other athletes.

is riding a surfboard on a forward face of a wave, which mostly carries you towards the shore.

the radical technique of surfing, combined with sailing know-how and skill, is what windsurfing is all about

is basically racing over a body of water on a one-man watercraft machine

imagine surfing while being towed along by a high – speed boat.

is basically skiing on the water. An individual uses 2 skis or a single ski to skim or glide along the surface of water, and is pulled along by a powerboat.

uses a small surfboard or wake board which is pulled by a kite.

is a type of race that popularly involves swimming, cycling, and running various distances in immediate succession.

Again a board sport, but with a twist. Skim boarder’s starts at the beach, wading with the board into the wash of previous waves.

– The surfer’s rides a body board on a wave that carries him towards the shore.

is one form wherein divers jump off the cliffs or rocks in fresh water or salt water.

This water sport can be lazy, relaxed activity, or a frenzied and highly competitive sport.

are typically sports activities that are performed on or in the water solely for recreational purposes.

is an ancient method of fishing using sharpened sticks to catch fish.

is swimming on the surface or through water with a diving mask, fins, and a hollow tube called a snorkel.

it is often performed while scuba diving with a waterproof camera and appropriate light setup.

is a form of exercise where aerobics are performed in shallow water.

is training your body for long spells under water without the use of any diving equipment

– a parasailing is a parachute that is specially designed to be towed behind a boat.

is type of underwater diving using a scuba set – that generally consists of an AIR HOSE, MOuthpiece, regulator, harness, back plate, and an air-tank – to breathe underwater

Water skiing using just your feet is barefoot skiing. Balance plays a crucial role in this sport.

supports the body and reduces the risk of injury to the muscles and joints, prevents overheating of the body, and provides a venue for a very safe and simple form of exercise

is one of the most widely used group-development activities in organizations.

create the time to focus on the importance of team work and what is needed to make you a better team. Learning how to work together effectively will create efficiency and knowledge on how to manager each other’s strengths and weaknesses.

- is vital for a high performing team. Team building can help break down barriers in communication and also how to better utilise both verbal and non-verbal forms of communication.

This benefit is often overlooked but I believe is one of the most important to have in any workplace. Team building events will reinforce the value of having fun in the workplace and what significant results can actually be achieved when fun is involved.

is important as it can create that sense of looking out for each other and helps to build trust among your team.

applies to every single task that someone undertakes and, having it, will produce significant gains in results.

- Every member of a team has a role to contribute. Being responsible for a role will either ensure it is fulfilled or learning are taken from it to apply for future.

- Team building programs can often identify barriers to positive morale and highlight strategies to create more fun and positivity in day-to-day work.

Team building days can help to reinforce the values and vision of a company and can contribute to the overall organizational culture.