AQUATIC RECREATIONAL

ACTIVITIES
 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
 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.
 KAYAKING
Kayaking is propelling a small boat called kayak 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.
 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.
 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. Wakeboarding is a rapidly
growing sport in the Philippines and many other countries.
 SNORKELING
Snorkeling is a swimming on or through a body of water wearing a snorkel,
which is composed of a mask and a tube.

Snorkeling is a fun activity, especially when done in natural bodies of water

such as lakes and seas. It allows you to see and observe underwater
spectacles such as colorful corals and schools of fish.
 WATER AEROBICS
Aerobics exercises done on land are also possible to be performed in water. Such
exercises are called aquatic or water aerobics.

Water aerobics is the best way to enjoy the water if you are not and able swimmer.
Water pressure also helps your heart in moving blood around your body. Moreover,
participants of water aerobics can usually exercise for longer without getting
exhausted since water prevents of overheating.
 FREE DIVING
Recreational diving is essentially a form of underwater diving wherein
the individual performing it relies on his own ability to hold his or her
breathe underwater until resurfacing.
 SCUBA DIVING
Recreational Scuba Diving is basically a variation of scuba diving for the
purpose of leisure and enjoyment. Compared to the “technical” type of
scuba diving which requires a greater level of training and experience.
However, before one can participate in this kind of recreation, he or she
must be physical, mentally, and emotionally fit.
 Benefits of Water-based
Recreations
 (Swimming) – aerobic physical activity, cardiorespiratory endurance
 (Kayaking) helps flatten your tummy, builds arm muscles, strengthens
leg muscles.
 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.