Motivational dynamics and training experiences among female Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners

Andersen Brevig, Emma, Mehus, Ingar, Williams, Jonathan Mark and Øvretveit, Karsten 2024. Motivational dynamics and training experiences among female Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners. Martial Arts Studies (15) , pp. 1-13. 10.18573/mas.179

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Abstract

This study explored achievement goal orientations, perceptions of the motivational climate, and experiences during training among female Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) practitioners. 137 active female practitioners from 26 countries were included. Our findings revealed that female BJJ practitioners shared a similar emphasis on mastery approach goals as their male counterparts. A notable difference was observed for perceptions of the motivational climate, with female practitioners perceiving the climate as more mastery-oriented than males. We also found relationships between motivational dynamics and factors such as rank, training duration and experience, instructor status, and competition participation. Overall, female BJJ practitioners exhibit a strong emphasis on mastery goals and generally perceive the training climate as mastery-orientated, suggesting an inclination towards adaptive behavior in challenging situations. These results reaffirm the compatibility between mastery goals and competitive martial arts practice and provide a novel characterization of the motivational dynamics of active female grapplers.

Item Type:	Article
Date Type:	Publication
Status:	Published
Publisher:	Cardiff University Press
ISSN:	2057-5696
Date of First Compliant Deposit:	23 July 2024
Date of Acceptance:	1 June 2024
Last Modified:	26 Jul 2024 10:32
URI:	https://orca.cardiff.ac.uk/id/eprint/170869

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