Youth and Recreation Activity Resource Center 

Activity and Resource Center

Sports and Games in your Youth and Recreation Programs

One recreation activity is common to persons of all ages, races, nationalities, and times. The love of play as expressed through sports and games is universal. To the young child play is not just play; it is serious business, dominating much of his/her time and energy, shaping personality and social behavior, and contributing to the development of overall personal growth. To play is to experience freedom, to step out of the realm of reality into a world that has its own direction and meaning.  Play needs to be a part of every person’s life and should always be considered when planning any fun activity.  How to provide effective play in your program is a real challenge and this article will provide new insight and helps to use as you plan your activities.

 

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Introduction  to Sports and Games

Sports
planning organized Sports, Leagues, Tournaments and Teaching Clinics. 
 

Games for a Fellowship, Party, Banquet, Children, Youth, Adult, or Senior Adult Activity, Camp or Retreat.