[For Middle School Students] Recommended Ways to Spend Your Free Time
Middle schoolers are busy every day with studying and club activities.
Even for those constantly on the go, there are moments when unexpected free time pops up.
When that free time arrives, many people feel unsure and wonder what they should do.
In this article, we’ll introduce things we recommend middle schoolers do when they’re bored!
We’ve gathered ideas to fill your free time—from things you can do alone at home to activities that get you out of the house a little.
Whether you’re bored right now or so busy you feel like you never have free time, give these a try as a little breather.
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to dance
Dances you can do at home are a great way to pass the time, even for those who usually stay active through club activities.
Because you have to move your body in ways different from athletic skills, you’re sure to make new discoveries.
And even if you’re in a cultural club or focused on studying and don’t usually get much physical activity, just moving your body a little to music can help you refresh.
For junior high school students, dance has been compulsory since 2021, so it’s also a useful way to review what you’ve learned in class.
Study fashion
By the time you’re in junior high, you naturally want to wear fashion that suits your own taste rather than clothes your parents bought.
If you usually don’t have much time because of club activities or studying, why not use your days off to explore what styles look good on you? Since things like color, silhouette, and the balance between tops and bottoms—and overall coordination—are rarely something you grasp overnight, browsing magazines and visiting shops can be part of your research.
When you’re focused, your free time flies by, so it’s also a great way to pass the time.
Hang out with friends
If you usually spend every day immersed in club activities and studying, why not make plans to hang out with your friends during those rare free moments? Dedicating yourself wholeheartedly to one thing is also part of youth, but the memories you make with friends during your school days become precious, lifelong treasures.
What’s more, precisely because you’re always focused, spending time with close friends can help you refresh and relax, which may even boost your performance.
Switching between on and off is an important factor for efficiency, so when you have free time, change gears and enjoy yourself to the fullest.
Study English conversation
For those who want to use their free time to focus on learning something new, I recommend English conversation.
Even in an era that demands worldwide engagement, Japan—despite being a developed country—still has a strong perception of being weak at English.
To avoid situations where English becomes a barrier when you try to obtain information, why not view your spare moments as an opportunity and give English conversation a try? In recent years, you can learn basic English not only through paid lessons but also on YouTube, so feel free to start by just watching.
Do voluntary practice for a club activity
For junior high school students whose club activities are the very essence of their youth, some of you might want to practice on your own even during breaks.
If you’re in a sports club and are always active, or in a light music club practicing instruments, it’s only natural to want to keep training and improve during the holidays.
Since the environment is different from school, you may not be able to do the exact same practice, but experimenting with new training methods in your own way can make you lose track of time.
Just be careful not to overwork yourself, as it could throw you off your game.
If you need rest, accept that taking a break is also part of your training.
Go to lessons
When it comes to classes you can join even when you suddenly have free time, the options are limited, but these days many groups run workshops, so it should be easy to participate.
If there’s a workshop happening at the time you’re free, you can even join on the same day.
And even if you usually have club activities and your days off are irregular, there are one-off sessions, which makes it more convenient.
Also, precisely because they’re one-off, you don’t have to stick to just one thing—you might find it fulfilling to try different types of classes on each day off.
It’s a meaningful way to spend your time: you might discover a new hobby for when you eventually retire from your club activities.
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Composing music on a smartphone
If you’re interested in making music, I especially recommend composing with your smartphone! As long as you have a phone, there are plenty of apps that let even complete beginners create music like a game.
It’s perfect for making the most of those spare moments on the train.
Try finding an app that feels easy to use and makes composing fun.
Composing can unlock your potential and bring various benefits—like refreshment and a rewarding hobby—so why not give it a try?
