Historically conditioned features of physical culture of the Crimean-Tatar people

Purpose: The fundamentals of physical culture of the Crimean Tatar people are considered and its features are specified. Material: research issues are studied on the basis of major literary and historical publications amounting to 82 sources. Results: It is found that the Crimean Tatars had rich experience in application of physical culture, not only in everyday life but also in religious ceremonies. Folk games, dances, wrestling and religious ceremonies are analysed. Crimean Tatars used means of physical culture for the formation of physical qualities, strengthening health at national holidays. Conclusions. Introduction of physical culture of Crimean Tatars had an educational impact on human dignity. After the deportation to their historical homeland Crimean Tatars have the opportunity to revive the national physical culture.