Aquatics is a broad term that encompasses a variety of activities related to water, such as YACHTING and boating. YACHTING is an activity involving the use of a yacht, which is a large, luxurious sailboat or motorboat, for recreational purposes. Boating is a more general term that refers to any activity involving the use of a boat, such as fishing, sailing, or simply cruising around. Both YACHTING and boating are popular aquatics activities that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.