Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to examine the types and characteristics of leisure constraints of Chinese international students in Korea.<BR> Method: This study using the Q methodology was analyzed using 25 Q samples and 25 Chinese international students P samples.<BR> Results: First, there were four types of leisure constraints recognized by Chinese international students in Korea. Second, the characteristics of each type were as follows. "Time constraints-I can"t exercise because I"m busy." (Type 1) "Environmental constraints-I prefer traditional Chinese sports and to participate in sports with Chinese people" (Type 2) "Economic and interpersonal constraints – no money, and nobody to participate with." (Type 3) "Language constraints – Studying Korean is the first." (Type 4)<BR> Conclusion: There are four types and characteristics of leisure constraints recognized by Chinese international students. Based on the results of this study, it is proposed to develop programs at various levels to overcome the leisure constraints of international students in Korea.

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