Imagery for the Improvement of Serving in Beach Volleyball: A Single Case Study

Resumo

Imagery is a widely spread technique in sport psychology. The aim of the present study was to use PETTLEP and Paivio’s imagery models as an intervention to establish routine, to improve technique and to boost self-confidence toward serving of an Elite Beach Volleyball player. A single case study was conducted with a 25-year-old athlete. The researcher followed the athlete during serving practice for 4 months, guiding him through imagery exercises. Two open-ended interviews and six questionnaires were examined by content analysis. Results suggest that imagery did help the player. Limitations of this study and recommendations for imagery use are presented.