Lesson 8 - Aquatic Recreational Activities

Physical Education
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES “This weather is perfect, we should move out.”
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
- Recreation, an activity that usually requires
physical engagement done for enjoyment and
fun.
- Recreational activities usually refresh one’s
mind and spirit.
AQUATIC RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
SURFING
● Surfing is a surface water sport which involves a
person-called surfer- “riding” ocean waves
using a special board called surfboard.
● The surfer rides on the forward face of a moving

wave which carries him or her toward the shore.
SWIMMING
● Swimming is propelling the body in the water
through the combined movements of legs and
arms while floating.
● Recreational swimming is probably the most
common water- based recreational activity as it
requires minimal use of equipment.
WAKEBOARDING
● Wakeboarding is another type of surface water
sports which involves a person – commonly
called wakeboarder – moving over the surface
of the body of water while riding a special board
called wakeboard.
KAYAKING ● Wakeboarding is a rapidly growing sport in the

● Kayaking is propelling a small boat called kayak Philippines and many other countries.
by paddling a double- bladed oar paddle.
● It can be done in almost any body of water,
including seas, lakes, rivers, and even in a large
pools.
SNORKELING
● Snorkeling is a swimming on or through a body FREEDIVING
of water wearing a snorkel, which is composed ● Recreational diving is essentially a form of
of a mask and a tube. underwater diving wherein the individual
● Snorkeling is a fun activity, especially when performing it relies on his own ability to hold his
done in natural bodies of water such as lakes or her breathe underwater until resurfacing.
and seas.
● It allows you to see and observe underwater
spectacles such as colorful corals and schools of
fish.
SCUBA DIVING
● Recreational Scuba Diving is basically a
variation of scuba diving for the purpose of
leisure and enjoyment.
WATER AEROBICS ● Compared to the “technical” type of scuba
● Aerobics exercises done on land are also diving which requires a greater level of training
possible to be performed in water. and experience.
● Such exercises are called aquatic or water ● However, before one can participate in this kind
aerobics. of recreation, he or she must be physical,
● Water aerobics is the best way to enjoy the mentally, and emotionally fit.
water if you are not and able swimmer. BENEFITS OF WATER-BASED RECREATIONS
● Water pressure also helps your heart in moving
➔ Swimming aerobic physical activity,
blood around your body. Moreover, participants
cardiorespiratory endurance.
of water aerobics can usually exercise for longer
➔ Kayaking helps flatten your tummy, builds arm
without getting exhausted since water prevents
muscles, strengthens leg muscles.
of overheating.
➔ Relieves stress, improving one’s mental and
emotional condition and self-worth
➔ Social interaction
Hazards of Water-based Recreational Activities
Physical Hazards
● Physical hazards include drowning and injuries.
● Injuries can also happen when one performs
water-based recreational activities. For instance,
people put their live in danger when they dive or
jump into waters of unknown depth.
● They can suffers fractures or broken bones.
● Exposure to cold, heat, and sunlight can also
pose hazard threats.
Microbial Hazards
● Untreated sewage pumped into water bodies
such as seas and rivers contaminate the water,
and contaminated water puts people at risk for
infection that can cause diseases such as
gastroenteritis and upper respiratory infection.
Chemical Hazards
● Water contamination because of chemicals.
● In seas and rivers, caused by industrial
discharge. In pools, chemical contamination is
usually caused by soap residues and cosmetics.
Reducing and Preventing Hazards
● The WHO believes education is the key.

● Teaching about the risks and safety protocols.
● Basic life saving or first aid techniques
● Vigilant supervision
● Taught how to swim
● For organizers, developers, and owners of the
swimming places, installing fences and other
safety devices will also prevent drowning. Pool
design and warning signals also included.

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RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES “This weather is perfect, we should move out.”

● The surfer rides on the forward face of a moving

KAYAKING ● Wakeboarding is a rapidly growing sport in the

● The WHO believes education is the key.

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