This study aimed to determine the influence of Islamic belief and socio-cultural variables on the participation of Muslim female university students in recreational physical exercise (RPE) as a leisure time activity. A total of 400 students in an age range of 18-24, who study at different departments of Mu la University, participated in the study on a voluntary basis. An interview guideline covering questions to explore the influence of Islamic belief on RPE behavior was developed by the researchers, based on the existing literature. The open and closed-ended questions tackle the extent of that influence and the importance of Islamic teaching on the participation in RFE as well as the background of the participants. One to one interview method was applied in the study. Through the findings of the study, it was concluded that socio-cultural variables are more active barriers, compared to the religious variables. Elements considered as a barrier to the participation are mostly related to the gender-based view of the Muslim community towards women. It was recommended to carry out further studies in larger sample groups applying different methodologies.
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