Motivational factors for practicing Brazilian Jiu-jitsu

Background: Martial arts have historically played a significant role in the development of societies, serving purposes such as self-defense and warfare. However, the motivations behind practicing martial arts have evolved over time, encompassing social, educational, psychological, health, and compet...

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Published in:Journal of Physical Education and Sport 2023-06, Vol.23 (6), p.1509-1517
Main Authors: Cardoso, Roison Lee Figueiredo, Vieira-Souza, Lucio Marques, Barreto, Lindsei Brabec Mota, Rosa, Jean Lucas, Cristina-Souza, Gislaine, dos Santos, Ana Clécia Alves, dos Santos, Izabela Aparecida, de Oliveira, Donizete Cícero Xavier
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Academic Achievement
Aesthetic Education
Aesthetics
Anxiety Disorders
Body Composition
Body Weight
Combat sports
Competition
Data analysis
Data collection
Depression (Psychology)
Exercise
Health Promotion
Independent sample
Likert Scales
Literary Devices
Martial arts
Motivation
Motor Development
Participation
Questionnaires
Resistance (Psychology)
Scientific Concepts
Self defense
Sport Psychology
Statistical analysis
Training
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Summary:Background: Martial arts have historically played a significant role in the development of societies, serving purposes such as self-defense and warfare. However, the motivations behind practicing martial arts have evolved over time, encompassing social, educational, psychological, health, and competitive aspects. Purpose: This study aims to assess the factors that drive individuals to engage in Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (BJJ), with a specific focus on comparing competitors and non-competitors. Methods: The analysis included a total of forty-seven male BJJ practitioners aged between 18 and 50 years. The participants were divided into two groups for data analysis: competitors (n = 31) and non-competitors (n = 16). To measure exercise motivation, the Exercise Motivation Inventory (EMI-2) questionnaire, validated for use in the Brazilian population, was administered. Descriptive statistics were used for data analysis, followed by an independent samples t-test, with a significance level set at p ≤ 0.05. Results: The motivational dimensions that had the greatest influence on BJJ practice were Psychological and Physical Condition (index = 4 and 3.5, respectively). They were closely followed by Interpersonal (index = 2.7) and Health and Aesthetics (index = 2.6 for both). However, in the group analysis, the Interpersonal dimension exhibited less relevance among non-competitive practitioners (non-competitors = 2.3 ± 0.73; competitors = 2.9 ± 0.98; p = 0.038). Competitors placed greater importance on factors such as Competition and Social Recognition compared to non-competitors [Competition: competitors = 3.3 ± 1.3; non-competitors = 2 ± 1.2; p = 0.001; Social Recognition: competitors = 2 ± 1.4; non-competitors = 1.1 ± 1.1; p = 0.037]. Moreover, for non-competitive practitioners, the psychological dimension exerted a significantly stronger influence on BJJ practice (non-competitors = 4.4 ± 0.6; competitors = 3.8 ± 1.1; p = 0.009), with stress control being an important contributing factor (non-competitors = 4.4 ± 0.7; competitors = 3.5 ± 1.6; p = 0.013). Conclusion: The factors driving the practice of BJJ can vary between competitors and non-competitors. These findings should be taken into account when designing training programs aimed at fostering motivation for continued participation in sports activities.
ISSN:2247-8051
2247-806X
DOI:10.7752/jpes.2023.06185