한국 씨름의 발전과정과 활성화 방안

Abstract

The process of development and activation of Korea Ssireum

Sung Woo Cho

Physical Education Major, The Graduate School, Pukyong National University

Abstract

The purpose of this research is to certify the excellence of Korean Ssireum from the ancient times to modern society based on periodic and social background and how it has developed in different aspects. providing the historical establishment of Ssireum and some ways to invigorate it, at the same time this research aims to be used for basic data in history of Korean Physical Education. The research data was collected mainly on literal documents as well as newspaper and media.

First of all, the origin of Korean Ssireum can be organized as follows.

Through examining, 『ChoSunSanggosa』, KakjuChong of Goguryeo, 『KoreaSa』 of Goryeo period, 『ChosunWangjoSillok』 of Chosun period it can be seen that similar skills have been performed since Samhan period of and that as the time goes by similarities to modern Ssireum have been found.

Secondly, 5 stages: 'formation, development, revival, retrogression, and transition period' are assorted in the development of Korean Ssireum.

During the formation period, the method of Ssireum was standardized that Ssireum competition was held in every region. In 1973, Ssireum became more detailed and specialized as the Ssireum Championship was hosted by KBS. The development period started after the Chunhajangsa Ssireum Championship was opened in 1983. In this period, rules were regulated and Ssireum has stepped into a professional sport. During the revival period where Ssireum was widely spreaded, 8 professional Ssireum teams were operated at the same time. In retrogression period, IMF affected professional Ssireum teams to disband and Ssireum was threatened. In transition period, Ssireum competition was combined for both pros and amateurs. This period can be recognized as the time for the restoration of Ssireum.

Thirdly, the summary of hindrance factors of Ssireum and its vitalization plans are as follows.

Private gym for Ssireum is needed. By expanding the school education Ssireum should draw attention. Also, marketing strategies should be developed such as using various publicity. Review and correction on Ssireum is required by Ssireum organization. Japan's Sumo should be used as benchmark, and strategies to open women Ssireum competition and the increase in base people is in need.