Fatores de motivação para adesão e permanência nas aulas de ritmos em um supermercado de Fortaleza/CE

Abstract

The study aimed to identify the main motivational aspects that lead adults and seniors to join and stay in rhythm classes at a supermarket in Fortaleza-CE. Currently, there are several options of physical activities linked to dance, such as rhythms classes, which have been highlighted in various places. In this research, a questionnaire with 5 questions was applied, having as sample seventeen students aged between 30 and 74 years, in a project offered by a supermarket, that participated for at least four months of the activity. The main results indicate that the motivation for practice / permanence in rhythms classes was the improvement of physical fitness, the association of physical activity with dance practice, improvement of aesthetics and affinity with the teacher. It was also noted that both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation factors were present as motivating agents for classroom practice / stay. It was verified that the interviewees perceive that this practice brings improvements in the physical and social aspects, influencing their permanence in the project.