recreational activities Flashcards
came from the Latin word “re” which means
again
“creare”
create
it is an activity that occurs during one’s experience called leisure or free time
recreational activities
time off from studies, work, household chores and other duties or responsibilities
free time
it helps build desirable behaviors (using free time wisely) and maintain physical fitness
recreation
considered to be fun, enjoyable, and socially acceptable to achieve a steady balance in life
recreation
he is regarded as the Father of Leisure because he believed that leisure is the highest form of human activity
Aristotle
during this time only those who are privileged experience having leisure and those who are less fortunate didn’t have any freedom because of slavery
ancient greece (1100-146 bc)
on this time they gave more importance to physical strength and participated in athletic competition.
ancient rome (753-476 bc)
social classes were non-existent in ________ and leisure was seen as a right of every citize
Rome
they have the chance to spend their free time using limited resources
plebs
it served as a venue for Roman entertainment events including the 175 holidays celebrated every year
The Colosseum
During this time, work-related responsibilities were given more importance rather than pleasurable pursuits
400-1400 Medieval Europe
being ___ means self-denial, sacrifice, and solemnity
righteous
it gradually facilitated recreation opportunities for masses after accomplishing duties from work.
the protestant reformation
during this time, english used the word recreation for the purpose of refreshment or curing of a sick person
medieval europe
during this time is a rebirth of art, science, and culture
renaissance 1600-1850
it started the exploration, discovery, and freedom from church
the renaissance
he became famous because books were available for everyone to read
shakespeare
during this time, work was integrated with leisure as well as holidays from religious or leisure events
The Renaissance 1600-1850