Golf trainer safety practises in indoor simulators: impact on trust and exercise continuation

Area of Science:

• Sports Science
• Exercise Psychology
• Leisure Studies

Background:

• Growing participation in golf lessons in Korea coincides with increased safety concerns.
• Understanding factors influencing exercise continuity is vital for sports participation and instructor retention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the relationships between safety management, trainer trust, training satisfaction, and exercise continuity in golf lessons.
• To identify key drivers for sustained participation in golf instruction.

Main Methods:

• Survey data collected from 202 adult participants in indoor golf lessons in Seoul, Korea.
• Statistical analysis including frequency analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, correlation, and structural equation modeling (SEM).

Main Results:

• Perceived safety management positively influenced trainer trust and training satisfaction.
• Trainer trust was a significant predictor of exercise continuation.
• Safety management did not directly impact exercise continuation; training satisfaction did not significantly predict continuation.

Conclusions:

• Prioritizing safety management and leadership in golf instruction enhances participant trust and satisfaction.
• Investing in safety training for golf instructors is crucial for improving learner retention and commitment to exercise.
• Focusing on building trainer trust is essential for promoting long-term engagement in golf lessons.