Games that liven up group homes. Fun recreational activities.

Waa-pon!

Recreational Care (06) “Wa-pon”: Upper-Limb Compound Exercise with Ring Toss

This recreational activity called “Wa-pon” has the feature that even people using wheelchairs can enjoy it.

All you need to prepare are rings made from newspaper and clothespins in three different colors.

The rules are the same as ring toss, so anyone can play easily.

Rhythmic Arts Gymnastics

Rhythm Arts Gymnastics! (Group exercise exclusively for seniors)

In recreational activities that involve exercise, gymnastics and workouts are common, but many of them are simply about moving your body and can be boring.

However, with Rhythm Arts Gymnastics, you don’t have to worry about that.

Its music and movements are unique, letting you work out while having fun.

Health Exercises for Senior Citizens in Ikeda City

Ikeda City Health Exercises for Seniors (with exercise explanations).mpg

This “health exercise for seniors” is a recreational workout devised by the city of Ikeda in Osaka Prefecture.

Since it was created by specialists at the request of the local government, it’s easy for anyone to enjoy without strain.

It’s recommended to do it as part of your daily routine.

Elderly performers: “The Monkey’s Palanquin”

Monkey’s Palanquin

“Osaru no Kagoya” is a nursery song that any older person in Japan knows.

Thanks to memories of singing and playing it in childhood, everyone remembers the song well.

This recreation activity involves singing “Osaru no Kagoya,” clapping along, and adding a game-like element to it.

Health exercises to prevent stumbling (literally: ‘preventive exercises before you fall’)

Let’s give it a try! Preventive Health Exercises (distributed in 2013)

This video introduces an exercise program with the unique name “Prevent-Falls Fitness.” All of the exercises can be done while seated in a chair, so I believe older adults who use wheelchairs or are bedridden can also enjoy them.