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Leisure and recreation come in various forms, including active, passive, competitive, relaxing, distracting or entertaining activities. These can be done individually or as part of a group or team. The available leisure pursuits in your local area may include sports clubs, cultural activities, art and craft opportunities, performing arts societies, and entertainment venues such as cinemas or community halls. An individual's perception (view) of leisure and recreation, as well as their age, will determine the activities they participate in.
Different population groups have common leisure and recreation activities, though they are not limited to participating in other activities.
Typical leisure and recreation profiles include children and adolescents, adults, and the elderly.
Activity 1: Questions
Activity 1: Questions
Identify a type of leisure or recreation activity for the following:
active, such as running
passive
competitive
relaxing
distracting
entertaining
Identify leisure and recreation activities that children and adolescents, adults, and the elderly are involved in.
Example: Children & Adolescents - playing sport, going to the movies, listening to music, computer games, skateboarding, surfing, TV.
How might an individual’s age influence their choice of leisure and recreation activities? Give examples for different age groups, such as children, adolescents, and the elderly.
What role do local community resources, such as sports clubs and entertainment venues, play in shaping leisure activities in your area?
How can participating in group or team-based leisure activities differ from engaging in individual activities? What are some benefits of each?
In what ways can cultural activities and performing arts societies contribute to the leisure and recreation options available in a community?
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