A experiência esportiva no programa Curumim do Sesc Ribeirão Preto: desco- bertas, aprendizados e influências

Abstract

This article sought to understand how the sports practice experienced in the Curumim Program influenced the relationship of the former participants with sport. As methodology, the Grounded Theory was used; six adults who participated in the Curumim in Sesc Ribeirão Preto. Analyzing the data, five categories were established and the main one was "Curumim as 'an open window': discoveries, learning and influences”. Finally, it was possible to perceive the influence of Curumim in sports practice, however, this was not a decisive factor. Still, remarkable experiences showed the potential to change the way of action of its participants and to define the professional choice.