International Journal of Movement Science

International Journal of Movement Science

An international, open-access, peer-reviewed journal advancing interdisciplinary research in physical education, sports, health, and human performance.

About the Journal

The International Journal of Movement Science (IJMS) is a fully open access, international, double-blind peer-reviewed journal published by Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Romania.

  • Journal ISSN: [To be assigned]
  • Frequency: 1 issue per year
  • Scope: We publish interdisciplinary research in movement science, integrating physical, psychological, educational, and health-related dimensions to support human development, performance, and well-being.
  • No APCs: We charge no submission or article processing fees.
  • Visibility: The journal aims to be indexed in major international databases such as Scopus and Web of Science.
  • Content types: Research articles, reviews, and guest-edited thematic series.

Why Publish with IJMS?

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Open Access for Global Reach

All articles are published in open access, ensuring immediate and unrestricted access to your research worldwide, maximizing visibility and impact.

Efficient Editorial Workflow

The journal promotes a timely and transparent review process, ensuring rapid communication of scientific results without compromising quality.

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Expert Peer Review

All manuscripts undergo a rigorous double-blind peer-review process, supported by an international editorial board and experienced reviewers.

Is IJMS the right journal for your research?

We welcome original research and scholarly reviews that contribute to the understanding of human movement, physical activity, and their impact on health, education, and performance. Suitable topics include, but are not limited to:

  • 🔬 Physical and sport sciences Exercise physiology, biomechanics, performance analysis, training methods.
  • ❤️ Health and wellbeing Physical activity, fitness, prevention, rehabilitation, quality of life.
  • 🧠 Psychomotricity and education Motor development, learning, coordination, cognitive-motor relationships.
  • 💃 Dance and artistic movement Expression, creativity, motor control, aesthetic performance.
  • 📊 Applied research Interventions, testing, evaluation methods, sport and health programmes.
  • 🔗 Interdisciplinary approaches Studies integrating physical, psychological, educational, and social dimensions of movement.

Our audience includes academics, researchers, educators, coaches, and professionals interested in advancing knowledge and practice in movement science.

Ready to submit?

We support researchers in disseminating their findings with real impact, ensuring visibility, academic recognition, and international reach across disciplines and institutions in the field of movement science.