배드민턴 동호인의 진지한 여가 경험에 관한 연구

Abstract

Purpose: This study is conducted to analyze experiences and feelings of badminton lovers in various situations from the perspective of serious leisure. Method: Thirteen members of the S club belonging to the city of Sejong were selected using the study of cultural technology journals and analyzed based on participant observation, in-depth interviews, and collected data. Results: The results of this study are as follows: First, badminton enthusiasts suffered from physical pain in large and small injuries while playing badminton. They suffered from long-term sluggishness and stress for improving their skills, but self-satisfaction & self-efficacy were improving in the process of overcoming them. Second, badminton enthusiasts showed a tendency to reach a higher level through constant research and effort where the rank is achieved by skills in club culture. Third, badminton enthusiasts were self-satisfied through various types of benefits and rewards. “I participated in the competition with enthusiasm. I participated in the club activities continuously, felt the pleasure of achievement through winning prizes, and became more and more involved in leisure activities by building human relationships through various interactions.” They experienced badminton becoming a part of their lives through collective action or strengthening ties. Conclusion: Through this study, it is confirmed that the serious leisure experiences of badminton lovers can lead to various types of positive results. On the other hand, for the badminton club to play a role of social integration as a life sports and to improve personal health & quality of life as a lifelong serious leisure time, accurate understandings of the psychological & mental feelings and situations of various hobbyists are necessary.