Investigation of the relationship between taekwondo players' recreation awareness and leisure time management

The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between Taekwondo players' recreation awareness and their leisure time management. Quantitative research method will be used and the study population consists of the athletes of Turkey Taekwondo Federation. The sample group was randomly selected within the framework of the definition of the sample group and consisted of a total of 412 athletes, 237 female and 157 male, from among the athletes aged 20 and over who are taekwondo athletes. In the methodology part of the study, demographic information form, Recreational awareness Scale developed by Mannell and Kleiber (1997) and Free-Time Management Scale developed by Wei-Ching Wang, ChinHsung Kao, Tzung-Cheng Huan, Chung-Chi Wu were used. In the analysis of the data obtained, independent sample t-test, Pearson Correlation test, Linear Regression and Kruskal Wallis test, which is a nonparametric test, were applied, taking into account the differences in the demographic characteristics of the individuals as well as the relationship and interaction between the scales. With this research, the recreation awareness levels of the athletes who are interested in taekwondo branch in our country and the effect of their leisure time management on their management were analyzed, and the leisure time management of the athletes according to their awareness levels were revealed with the findings collected by the survey method. The findings of the study show that recreation awareness has a positive but low level effect on leisure management. This suggests that additional factors should be examined to better understand the relationship between the two variables. Factors such as individual motivations, socioeconomic status and family obligations may play an important role in this relationship. In particular, individuals' personal interests and needs, the effects of their social environment and economic conditions should be taken into account in the effective and efficient use of leisure time. Professionals working in the field of recreation and leisure time management should consider offering direct trainings and workshops on time management skills in order to increase the effects of this awareness on leisure time management, rather than simply raising awareness of recreation. By enabling individuals to use their leisure time more efficiently, their overall quality of life and satisfaction levels can be improved. These approaches can contribute to the development of more holistic and effective programs and make important contributions to the literature. Taekwondo trainers and recreation specialists can develop multifaceted programs to increase athletes' recreation awareness and improve leisure time management. These programs can include workshops to increase time management skills, motivational seminars and counseling services to address individual needs. Interventions tailored to the personal needs of athletes may be more effective in improving their leisure time management skills and improve their quality of life. Regular assessment of athletes' recreation awareness and leisure time management skills is important to monitor their development and provide interventions when necessary. Further research in the literature and integrating the findings into training programs can help us better understand these relationships. In conclusion, it is recommended to adopt comprehensive and holistic approaches to strengthen the relationship between recreation awareness and leisure time management and to improve the quality of life of athletes.