This chapter positions CrossFit as a potential contributor to Sport for Development and Peace (SDP). Though there are criticisms of neo-colonialism, many still see sport programs as an interventionist tool for positive social change. In SDP for livelihood, sport organizations use sport to improve livelihoods of disadvantaged people through career and economic development. The most effective SDP for livelihood programs include training, capacity building, structured work environments, and hands-on experience. CrossFit’s entrepreneurial nature, growth, low barriers to entry, and focus on community make it an excellent vehicle for SDP for livelihood programs looking to move participants into employment. CrossFit can also build a strong sense of belonging and community that can form social ties. These characteristics bolster CrossFit’s ability to successfully operate sport for livelihood programs.

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Using CrossFit for Sport for Development and Peace: Can CrossFit Build Careers?

  • Anne L. DeMartini

摘要

This chapter positions CrossFit as a potential contributor to Sport for Development and Peace (SDP). Though there are criticisms of neo-colonialism, many still see sport programs as an interventionist tool for positive social change. In SDP for livelihood, sport organizations use sport to improve livelihoods of disadvantaged people through career and economic development. The most effective SDP for livelihood programs include training, capacity building, structured work environments, and hands-on experience. CrossFit’s entrepreneurial nature, growth, low barriers to entry, and focus on community make it an excellent vehicle for SDP for livelihood programs looking to move participants into employment. CrossFit can also build a strong sense of belonging and community that can form social ties. These characteristics bolster CrossFit’s ability to successfully operate sport for livelihood programs.