Methods of developing moral and volitional qualities in children and adolescents by means of sports activities

It is becoming increasingly important to develop moral stability, independence and responsibility for their actions in modern children and adolescents in order to keep up with the rapid pace of development and changes in modern society, which is also characterized by a high level of stress. All these qualities are necessary for the formation of a harmonious personality capable of coping with any life challenges. The sphere of sports activity is a relevant context for the formation of positive moral qualities in children and young people. The purpose of the article is to describe the methodology for educating moral and volitional qualities (courage, determination, independence, persistence, responsibility, initiative) in children and adolescents attending the Olympic reserve sports school (using young kickboxers as an example). The analysis of theoretical sources on the problem of moral education, as well as the practical experience of coaches and teachers of the Kickboxing Federation of the Tomsk Region was used. It was found that the methods of educating moral and volitional qualities of young kickboxers aged 11–12 have not been sufficiently studied. The article presents a method for the comprehensive development of courage, determination, independence, persistence, responsibility and initiative based on the performance of exercises and training tasks corresponding to the chosen sport. A comprehensive approach to the development of moral and volitional qualities will contribute to the development of psychological preparation, technical and tactical skills and abilities of kickboxers studying at the Olympic Reserve School.

educational methods, methodological tools, training tasks, moral and volitional qualities, young kickboxers