Participation Sport Tourism Model for Enhancing the Community Income in Henan Province

Abstract

This study aimed to explore community-based sports tourism revenue generation models in Henan Province to enhance local residents' economic income. Employing a Research and Development (R&D) methodology, the study integrated quantitative and qualitative research techniques, including a comprehensive literature review, interviews, and expert panel discussions, to develop a tourism development model tailored to Chenjiagou. The study encompassed 383 residents and tourists from Chenjiagou, revealing that the area's sports tourism successfully attracted a well-educated, middle-income demographic, particularly excelling in health and education sectors. While Tai Chi activities had increased community income, challenges remained in the uneven distribution of benefits, along with inadequate financial support and talent development. The analysis led to the formulation of the "PBSPEC" model, which comprises six key dimensions: Policy, Benefit distribution, Service quality, Participation capacity, Economic impact, and Community belief, providing theoretical support for the sustainable tourism development of Chenjiagou.