Meaning of Recreation and Leisure

What is Recreation? 

Recreation is any activity which an individual undertakes voluntarily during his free or spare time after the day’s activities. 

Recreational activities are usually carried out for fun, refreshment, enjoyment, relaxation etc. without any ulterior motive of profit or gain-making. 

What is Leisure?

Leisure is spare time. It is a time when a person is not working or occupied. It is free time left over after the day’s activities. Leisure is a period we spend doing things other than our work.