ABOUT THE JOURNAL

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (ISSN Print: 3079-5257, ISSN Online: 3079-5265) is an international, peer-reviewed Open Access (OA) journal dedicated to advancing research, practice, and innovation in the fields of physical education, recreational sciences, and dance studies. The journal serves as a global platform for interdisciplinary scholarship that explores the role of physical activity, leisure, and artistic movement in promoting health, well-being, social cohesion, and cultural expression. By bridging theory and practice, it aims to empower educators, practitioners, policymakers, and researchers to address contemporary challenges and opportunities in human movement sciences.

Scope and Topics
The journal welcomes submissions spanning ​all aspects of physical education, recreation, and dance, emphasizing evidence-based approaches, inclusivity, and global relevance. Key areas include but are not limited to:

  • ​Physical Education:
    • Pedagogy and Curriculum Development (K-12 to Higher Education)
    • Sports Science, Kinesiology, and Biomechanics
    • Motor Learning, Skill Acquisition, and Adaptive Physical Activity
    • Health Education, Fitness Promotion, and Lifelong Wellness Strategies
  • ​Recreation and Leisure Studies:
    • Community Recreation Programs and Outdoor Education
    • Therapeutic Recreation, Aging, and Disability Inclusion
    • Sport Tourism, Adventure Education, and Environmental Stewardship
    • Policy and Management of Public/Private Recreational Facilities
  • ​Dance Studies:
    • Dance Pedagogy, Choreography, and Performance Arts
    • Cultural Dance Traditions and Contemporary Fusion Practices
    • Dance Therapy, Somatics, and Embodied Cognition
    • Intersections of Dance with Technology (e.g., Motion Capture, Digital Arts)
  • ​Cross-Cutting Themes:
    • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Movement Practices
    • Technology in Physical Activity (e.g., Wearables, VR/AR Applications)
    • Policy Analysis and Advocacy for Physical Literacy Initiatives
    • Social Justice in Sports, Recreation, and Dance Communities

Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance
ISSN Print: 3079-5257
ISSN Online: 3079-5265
Submission Email: [email protected]