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Factors Affecting Active Participation in Sport by the Working Class

A survey consisting of 585 structured, personal interviews was undertaken in the Republic of Ireland. The survey population was comprised of individuals deemed to be of a particular sub-culture within Irish society — namely the work ing class. The purpose of the study was to ascertain the factors affecting active participation in sport by the interviewees. Of the total sample only 10.9% took an active and regular part in sport as defined by the study. It was found that the main prohibitive factor was a perceived lack of facilities whilst family and work commitments were also significant in the extent to which they affected participation. A full analysis of the findings revealed certain inconsistencies in responses given and thus it was concluded that sport was still perceived by the working class as a middle class activity and that this was possibly the real cause of the low participation rate. On these grounds recommendations are made to increase working class participation in sport. These include the promotion of a sporting ethos that accords with the values of the working class sub-culture and the de velopment of localized facilities which cater to the special needs of a working class community.