• Couples grow closer when they enjoy recreational activities together.Couple fishing at the pier 2 image by jc from Fotolia.com
  
  The old adage that "couples who play together stay together" isn't too far off the mark. Most couples participate in recreational activities while dating, but become too busy when they marry, have children, set up house, or just become too preoccupied with everyday life. But couples need to strengthen their friendship and bonds by enjoying recreational activities as a couple.
  
  

Fishing

• Many couples enjoy the outdoors while fishing together.couple fishing image by Tammy Mobley from Fotolia.com
  
  Fishing is a fun recreational activity to enjoy as a couple. It involves traveling to a body of water that is usually in a scenic location, providing additional recreational activities such as nature walks, bird and wildlife watching, photography, boating or swimming. If you're both experienced anglers who enjoy the all-around outdoor experience of fishing, participating together will definitely strengthen your relationship, but even if one of you doesn't like to fish, you can share your partner's enjoyment, photograph or film the experience, walk along the lake or enjoy a boat ride.
  
  

Recreational Sports

• Spend time on a golf course building skills with your significant other.couple golfing image by John Keith from Fotolia.com
  
  Many couples enjoy recreational activities by becoming part of a sports team. Adult coed leagues are available in all areas for sports such as bowling, golf, volleyball, softball, pool, tennis and basketball. If you don't want to join a league, many businesses, parks and recreation facilities have open times for couples who want to drop in and play. Couples can also go to health centers, spas, community swimming pools and recreation centers to work out together, lift weights, enjoy a couples' massage, swim or take a class. Many businesses rent equipment for couples who want to try recreational sports such as canoeing or kayaking.
  
  

Dance

• Dancing can make a couple closer, leading to fun and laughter.couple image by cherie from Fotolia.com
  
  Dancing is a recreational activity that has surged in popularity with the broadcast of reality shows featuring a variety of people performing different styles of dance. Take a dance class together or just go out dancing in a club, at a party or even at home. Choose music that you like and include songs your partner prefers. Practicing together and making up new moves can lead to a lot of laughter and fun, which is the purpose of recreational activities.