Health and Leisure

Participation in recreation & leisure can energize you and improve your self-esteem and physical appearance.

  • Promotes physical fitness and active living
  • Develops fine and gross motor skills through physical activity
  • Improves self-confidence
  • Gives a more positive outlook on life
  • Decreases stress
  • Creates a more positive self-image
  • Provides the opportunity to learn new skills
  • Improves problem solving, tolerance of others, and leadership

Participation in recreational & leisure pursuits not only affords positive physical health benefits but also provides opportunities for children to develop self-esteem, self-confidence, perseverance, humility, dedication, and respect for others; to explore their skill potential; to learn friendship, teamwork, and communication skills; and to share good times with others. Physical activity and recreation are embedded in a more holistic perspective on health. In other words, health is the capacity of an individual to interact with his or her environment and to work towards fulfilling his or her potential.