Physical Education

Offerings vary year to year depending on the availability of faculty with expertise in the particular physical fitness activity.

Combined weight training exercises and cardiovascular activities designed to improve strength; flexibility; cardiorespiratory fitness; and body composition.

An exposure to a variety of aerobic activities with emphasis on improved cardiovascular fitness and knowledge of scientific principles needed to attain an improved level of cardiovascular fitness.

In this course; the emphasis on the effective use of the racquet; court coverage and position play; strategy; rules; and historical background. Students participate in singles and doubles games. Class tournaments are arranged.

This course will teach the basics of pickleball. Students will learn the fundamental skills of the sport as well as rules and key strategies.

Derived from the Sanskrit word yuj; yoga means union. To practice yoga is to reunite body; mind; and spirit. The focus of this course is the first of the Three Stages of Kripalu Yoga practice. Stage One introduces yoga postures (asanas) and breathing techniques (pranayama). Special attention is given to safety; alignment; and the coordination of breath and movement. The only prerequisite is a commitment to develop a daily practice.

This course offered downhill skiing for beginners to advanced. Instruction is provided by Swain Ski Resort. Students are grouped according to ability level for lessons. A fee is assessed to cover the cost of skiing and transportation to and from the Swain Ski Resort.

The basic fundamentals of swing; grip and putting are introduced. There is opportunity for practical application indoors followed by several experiences at a golf course. The rules and etiquette of the game fully covered.

This course offered snowboarding class for beginners to advanced. Instruction is provided by Swain Ski Resort. Students are grouped according to ability level for lessons. A fee is assessed to cover the cost of skiing and transportation to and from the Swain Ski Resort.

Through lecture and participation in a specific and progressive exercise program; students experience what total fitness is; why it is important to establish life-long skills; and how to safely and effectively increase their levels of fitness.

Student take a scientific look at several types of weight training programs and select one; based on individual needs; to be used throughout the semester.

This course will bring students to Foster Lake to experience the outdoors to hike and adventure as well enjoy lake activities such as but not limited to row boating; kayaking; canoeing; and stand-up paddle boarding. Other activities could be included depending on outdoor equipment available.

Physical conditioning and discipline through experiencing offensive and defensive karate techniques. Students become familiar with common self-defense maneuvers and are introduced to the Kata (formal exercises of martial arts). Included are martial arts history; tradition and etiquette.

Participants in this course will practice mindful yoga to promote greater strength; flexibility; awareness and relaxation. Classes will cultivate mindful attention and alignment techniques to maximize the benefits of the yoga poses and protect against injury on and off the mat and help students respond more skillfully to anxiety and stress.

Students are exposed the to the basic strokes with emphasis on achieving confidence in the water; and have an opportunity to perfect strokes and increase endurance.

Advanced strokes and swimming skills are presented along with some racing and diving techniques.

This is an American Red Cross course providing the necessary minimum skills and knowledge needed to qualify and serve as a non-surf lifeguard. Not intended to be a complete lifeguard training program. Prerequisite: PFIT 130 or passing qualifying test.

This course includes a group presentation of basic strokes; simple strategy and rules; and provides beginners with early opportunities for singles and doubles play. Students are screened by the instructor to determine beginner's status.

This course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals and how to effectively play the sports of tennis and badminton.

Offerings vary year to year depending on the availability of faculty with expertise in a particular health or wellness area.

Wellness is a journey into personal transformation; the integration of body; mind; and spirit. Topics covered in this course include enhancing self-actualization; self-responsibility; peace of mind; attitude change; and balance at several experiential levels. Exploration in each of these separate realms examines physical; mental; emotional; social; environmental; and spiritual life enhancing techniques. (Every term)