Study of the Motivations for getting tattooed in student athletes in Iran

Professional athletes in Iran are portrayed as icons in our society, with millions of enthusiasts imitating their dress and style. Tattoos allow athletes and fans to show their dedication and loyalty to their sport and team. The purpose of this study was to determine the motivations for getting tattooed in student athletes in Iran. The present research is of descriptive-analytical type for which the researcher-made questionnaire conducted based upon the Likert’s 5-item scale. The results show that reason of beauty, art and fashion for getting Tattoo in the research sample had the highest rate. In addition, educational programs for student athletes about tattooing to reduce risks and promote dissuasion should be implemented.