Designing a Model for the Role of Social Capital on Women's Leisure Time with An Emphasis on Sport Activities

The purpose of this study was to present a model of the impact of social capital on women's sports leisure in Tehran. Using Delphi technique, a researcher-made questionnaire was designed on the variables of social capital and leisure orientation, and after confirming the validity of 8 sports management experts, the reliability of the questionnaires was obtained. The statistical population consisted of all women using sports services in the parks of 22 districts of Tehran. Based on cluster sampling, 5 districts of Tehran were selected and 245 people were selected by random sampling. Quantitative data were analyzed using Pearson correlation coefficient and structural equations through SPSS and Lisrel softwares. The results of the model showed that social communication, social belonging and social health have an impact on women's leisure tendency. Finally, urban managers are advised to design leisure programs in Tehran in such a way that an understandable program is considered for the growth and prosperity of the participants.