An exploratory study of Silver Taekwondo as serious leisure and successful aging

An exploratory study of Silver Taekwondo as serious leisure and successful aging

This study explored successful aging experienced through Taekwondo as serious leisure in seniors. This study employed phenomenological design in which semi-structured interviews were used. The participants -were recruited from a local senior center in midwestern part of Korea using purposive sampling. Regarding the Taekwondo experiences of the participants, five main themes were emerged: continuous effort by developing a mind body connection, increasing status and abilities, enhancing pride and recognition, team practice and culture, and Taekwondo as a part of life. The findings of this study suggest that Taekwondo is a promising leisure activity for older adults which has a positive impact on daily life of older adults.