The Values of Achievement at the Gayo Traditional Horse Racing Sports in Bener Meriah

Abstract

This study aims to determine the values of achievement that exist in the traditional Gayo horse racing sport. Because during this time the horse race was only considered as people's entertainment, which was initially held at the edge of the lauttawar lake of Takengon to enliven the success of the rice harvest. This research is a descriptive qualitative research conducted in Bener Meriah, Aceh. The samples in this study were the tourism department of Bener Meriah, Horse Owner, and Horse Race Jockey amount of 12 people. The method of data collection is done by observation, interviews, and documentation. Then the data obtained were analyzed by qualitative analysis with non statistical descriptive analysis. The results of the research show that the achievement values contained in the horse racing competition are carried out traditionally. Like a jockey must has a strong mentality and must also has high motivation to help support jockey's achievements to the best result. The main goal is not only the victory gained at the racetrack, but the important thing is to strive to achieve victory well. The struggle to achieve victory in a healthy way, does not justify everything for a victory to achieve goals achievement. To achieve an achievement must apply sports values such as sportsmanship, honesty, and responsibility in carrying out the training process provided.