An Exploratory Analysis of the Leisure Experience of Individuals in a Simulated Golf Environment

Technology is having an impact on individuals and their leisure. Technological advancements have led to the development of simulated leisure environments. Little is known about how individuals experience leisure in a simulated setting. This study examines the simulated leisure experience in a virtual golf setting. This study utilized interviews, observations, and natural field interviews in collecting data. Multiple researchers were utilized at each stage of data collection and analysis. Findings suggest that individuals experience virtual golf differently than they experience traditional golf. Players experienced differences in anticipation, preparation, constraints, passivity, etiquette and fidelity. In addition, subjects indicated a general lack of trust with the technology of the golf simulator.

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