Traditional Filipino games or indigenous games in the Philippines (Tagalog: Laro ng Lahi)[1][2][3] are games that are played across multiple generations, usually using native materials or instruments. In the Philippines, due to limited resources for toys, children usually invent games that do not require anything but players. There are different kinds of Filipino traditional games which are well-suited for kids, and the games also stand as one of the different cultural and traditional games of the Philippines. Due to the variety of skills used in these games, they serve an important purpose in the physical and mental development of Filipino children. These games are also an important part of Filipino culture.
Laro ng Lahi was coined and popularized by the Samahang Makasining (commonly known "Makasining") with the help of the National Commission for Culture and the Arts, Philippine Local Government Units, other organizations and other institutions. Imparting these Filipino games to young Filipinos is one of the organization's main activities.The Makasining also created time-based scoring for patintero, syatong, dama, lusalos and holen butas.
AGILITY
Is the ability to change the position of your body and to control the movement of your whole body? Agility is an important quality in many sports, because you must change direction rapidly and always have your body under control.
BALANCE
Is the ability to keep an upright posture while either standing still or moving? Good balance in essential in many activities like skating, surfing, skiing, and gymnastics.
POWER
Is the ability to perform with strength at a rapid pace? Strength and speed are both involved in power. Football players, swimmers, shot-putters, discus throwers, and high jumpers are examples of athletes who typically have a high degree of power.
REACTION TIME
Is the amount of time it takes to start a movement once your senses signal the need to move? People with good reaction time can usually start quickly in track and swimming or react quickly in ping pong or karate.
COORDINATION
Is the integration of eye, hand, and foot movements? This component is necessary for success in such sports as baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and basketball.
SPEED
Is the ability to cover a distance in a short amount of time? Speed is a very important factor in many sports and activities. Short runs are used to evaluate speed.
The six skill-related components of fitness contribute to your ability to successfully participate in sports and activities. Those that have a high level of skill-related fitness are more likely to be physically active than those who have lower level of skill. To improve levels of fitness one must first know their level of fitness, and set goals and work toward improving both their health and skill related fitness components.