3RD quarter - Is propelling a small boat called kayak by paddling a

double –bladed oar paddle. It can be done in almost any

Physical Education and Health body of water, including seas, lakes, rivers, and even in
large pools. Typically, a kayak can accommodate one
4 paddler only, but there are some that can accommodate up
to three paddlers. When loaded, the kayak `` sits `` low in
the water.
AUARIC RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITIES SURFING
- Is a surface water sport which involves a person called
RECREATION surfer --``riding `` ocean waves using a special bored
called surfboard. The surfer rides on the forward face of a
- An activity that usually requires physical engagement moving wave which carries him or her toward the shore.
done for enjoyment and fun The most suitable waves for surfers are usually ocean
waves. although some bodies of water such as lakes and
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES rivers can sometimes generate waves that are strong and
big enough for surfing. Surfers can be also use artificial
- USUALLY REFRESH ONE MIND AND SPIRIT. waves created in artificial wave pools.
EXAMPLES: Recreational gaming, travelling, singing and
creating arts crafts WAKEBOARDING
- is another type of surface water sports which involves a
person commonly called wakeboarder moving over the
Aquatic recreational activities surface of a body of water while riding a special board
called wakeboard. The wakeboarder, who use techniques
LEISURE adopted from surfing and snowboarding, can be towed
- Is time spent for activities not related to work. It is your either by the motor board or a closed cable system.
free time, that period when you do not have to perform
obligations such as household chores, school work, or SNORKELING
office tasks hence, time spent for life maintenance - Is swimming on through a body of water wearing a
activities such as sleeping and eating are not considered snorkel, which is composed of a mask and a tube. In
leisure. snorkeling, you swim only near the water surface so that
the tube connected to your mouth is above it. This will
allow you to breathe through your mount when you float
under water.
SWIMMING
- is propelling the body in the water through the combined
movements of legs and arms while floating. Recreational
WATER AEROBICS
swimming is probably the most common water – based - Done on land are also possible to be performed in water.
recreational activity as it requires minimal use of Such exercises are called aquatic or water aerobics. In
equipment. water aerobics, people perform traditional workout in a
shallow part of a swimming pool. some exercises are done
Recreational swimming is when one swims to have and to
in waist – high water, while some are done in neck – high
enjoy the water. It is different from Competitive Swimming
water.
where participants follow structured guidelines when it comes
to learning the requisite skills. recreational swimming
sessions, in contrast, are less structured when it comes to
learning the swimming skills. Aquatic or Water aerobics is the best way to enjoy the water if
you are not an able swimmer. Moreover, engaging in water
aerobics is an excellent alternative to performing land – based
aerobics exercises, as the latter promotes low- impact
movements since the water supports your every action, taking
the pressure off of your muscles, bones, and joints. Water
pressure also helps your heart in moving blood around your
KAYAKING body. Move over, participants of water aerobics can usually
exercise for longer without getting exhausted since water
prevents overheating

FREE DIVING
- Is essentially a form of underwater diving wherein the
individual performing it relies on his own ability to hold
his or her breath underwater until resurfacing. It does not
involve the use of any breathing apparatus. It has
variations and other forms which serve different purposes
such as spearfishing. Free diving photography,
underwater football, underwater rugby, etc. It is
considered as both a sport and a recreational activity.

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 and
more complex set of equipment, recreational scuba diving
uses basic equipment only and does not require specially
training.

however, before one can participate in this kind of recreation,

he or she must be physically, mentally, and emotionally fit. In
contrast to free diving, scuba diving in general involves the
use of a breathing system, specially, a scuba (a self –contained
underwater breathing apparatus).

BENEFITS OF WATER BASED

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

HAZARDS OF WATER-BASED RECREATIONAL

ACTIVITIES

- Water- based recreational activities bring substantial

health and mental benefits, they also pose serious hazards
and health risks
- The World health Organization (WHO) categorized these
hazards into PHYSICAL, MICROBIAL and
CHEMICAL.

PHYSICAL HAZARDS
- Physical hazards include drowning and injuries.
Drowning is one of the unequivocal dangers of water-
based recreational activities. INFECTIONS AND MICROBIAL RISKS
For microbial risks WHO encourages effective sewage
discharge procedures to be set up. Implementing an efficient
MICROBIAL HAZARDS management and award scheme on beaches will also help.

- Untreated sewage pumped into water bodies such as seas Swimming pool management must also apply only the
rivers contaminate the water, and contaminated water puts appropriate levels of chlorine and other disinfectants on pools.
people at risk for infections than can cause diseases such routine pool-maintained procedures must be carried out,
as gastroenteritis and upper respiratory infection. In monitoring the levels of disinfectants as well as the levels in
swimming pools, viruses and bacteria that use resistant to pools. In case of accidental faecal release, the pool must be
commonly used pools disinfectants also put people at risk emptied, disinfected, and cleaned. filtering of pool water must
for various infections. also be done. In relation, pool filters must be cleaned
regularly.

In swimming pools, pre-swim showing must be done

CHEMICAL HAZARDS swimmers must be encouraged to demonstrate good hygienic
behavior such as on the use of the toilets
- Chemical contamination in seats and rivers are caused by
industrial discharge. In pools, chemical contamination is
usually caused by soap residues and cosmetics. These
chemical contaminations may bring toxicological effects
to swimmers. Water contamination because of chemical
also poses serious threats to participants of water based
recreational

Reducing and preventing hazards

- WHO suggests some solutions on how reduce the risk of CHEMICAL EXPOSURE
physical, microbial, and chemical hazards posed by water
In reducing the risk of chemical exposures on participants of
bodies during water-based recreational activities.
aquatic recreations, the WHO says monitoring and regulating
industrial effluents are the key solutions. To this end, it will be
up to the government to oversee such monitoring and
regulation. Concerned government agencies, for instance,
must promulgate and implement rules and laws in relation to
ON DROWNING AND INJURIES how industries discharge their waste. Developing damage
limitation action plans in the event of chemical spills must also
1. The WHO believes that education is the key to prevent
be done.
drowning and injuries. teaching participants of water-based
recreations about risks will make them more cautious such that Pre-swim showering and good hygienic behavior should be
they will strictly follow safety protocols encouraged by organizers and observed by participants. house
pools must also have good ventilation. swimming pools must
2. Informing them about basic lifesaving and first aid
be regularly maintained and cleaned.
techniques will also help in case any untoward incident does
occur.

3. Vigilant supervision must also be encouraged, instructors,

leaders and other concerned people must constantly keep an
eye on participants, especially beginners and weak swimmers.

4. To make the participants comfortable with water, they must

be taught how to swim.

5. For organizers, developers and owners of the swimming

places, installing fences and other safety devices will also
prevent drowning and other accidents. pool design and
warning signals must also be included.