Rhythmic activities reinforce and help improve basic skills of the

students to ensure quality learning outcomes in movement education.

As such, these activities are designed to promote the development of
skill and health-related components of fitness
 
the physical manifestations of the mental and emotional response
of the individual to rhythm. They are activities which a child
responds to physically, socially, and mentally to regular patterns
of sound. They are also a source of enjoyment for people of all
ages. Through these activities, skills and the sense of rhythm are
acquired and developed, feelings are expressed, basic principles
of time, space and force can be experienced.

Rhythmic Activities Can Keep You Healthy

Any rhythmic activity involves certain body movements

following a steady and prominent beat. Individuals who
practices rhythmic body movements during an aerobic
exercise or dancing enjoy several health benefits that
improve the quality of life. Aside from the physical
health, rhythmic activities can improve our general and
psychological wellbeing as well.

By regularly participating in rhythmicactivities, one also

gains greater self-confidence and self-esteem. With
improved positive self-image, one is more motivated to
pursue personal goals, and able to practice impulse
control and resilience when faced with adversities.
And as a future educator it is very important to have a
knowledge about the subject rhythmic and social
recreation so that students may always gain some
knowledge about it. Especially they need it foor their
health aside from their physical health also for their
mental and spiritual health.

Dancing to your heart’s content

Aside from burning calories, research shows that dancing

can improve one’s cardiovascular health. Studies have
shown that a regular dancing session can lower blood
pressure, reduces fat and improves the ratio of “good” to
“bad” cholesterol. Rhythmic activities can also
strengthen bones, increase muscular strength, and
contribute to better coordination, flexibility, and agility