Course Schedule and Catalog

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO TENNIS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This class will provide the student with foundational knowledge of tennis skills and rules as well as appropriate sports person-like qualities so that the game can be played with confidence and competence throughout one's lifetime.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO RACQUETBALL, SQUASH, AND BADMINTON

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: An introduction to basic skills and knowledge necessary to play badminton, racquetball and squash at the beginning level.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE TENNIS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This class is for the student who already possesses a fundamental knowledge of tennis and is looking to hone and sharpen her/his skills.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO FOXTROT AND WALTZ

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the American Style Foxtrot and Waltz. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO GOLF

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This class will cover the fundamental skills, rules, and etiquette of golf. There is an additional $90 fee associated with this course. Class will often meet at the Memorial Hermann Park Golf Course. Students are expected to carpool or walk to class on those days.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE GOLF

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 110 or permission of instructor

Description: This class is intended for an intermediate level player. Topics covered include: swing fundamentals, set up, aim & alignment, putting, chipping, and club selection. There is an additional $60 course fee associated with this class.

Long Title: MENTAL TRAINING FOR PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENT

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course will provide a broad overview of sport psychology concepts that are relevant to most performance related activity. Specifically, the class will cover topics designed to enhance performance such as arousal and anxiety regulation, behavior modification, goal setting, leadership and communication skills, intrinsic motivation and self-confidence.

Long Title: MINDFULNESS: MEDITATION FOR STRESS REDUCTION

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to help students cultivate mindfulness by intentionally bringing awareness to the present, and noticing and letting go of judgment, critical thoughts and preconceived ideas. The course consists of instruction in and practice of mindfulness meditations as well as discussion of integrating mindfulness into everyday life.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE SALSA/ CHA CHA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 138 or permission of instructor

Description: Students will develop increased proficiency at leading and following and creating complex turns/footwork as are commonly utilized in American style salsa and cha cha.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a survey course that addresses the theory and practice of outdoor leadership. It will explore such topics as outdoor trip planning, risk management, effective decision making, group dynamics, and environmental stewardship. In addition, it will cover outdoor skills such as rock climbing and paddling. There is a $20 fee associated with this course.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO TEAM SPORTS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to offer an introduction to the skills, basic rules, and strategies of a variety of team sports.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO TEAM SPORTS OFFICIATING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamental rules, regulations, mechanics and strategies required to officiate a multitude of team sports. In addition, students will develop strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary for effective game management.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO DISC GOLF/ULTIMATE FRISBEE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a course designed to offer an introduction to the fundamental disc golf and ultimate frisbee skills, basic rules, and team play strategies. The acquisition and understanding of these skills and strategies will be presented through activity and lecture sessions.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO SOCCER

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is an entry level course offering fundamental soccer skills, basic rules, and team tactics. These basic principles will be presented through active participation and instruction and evaluated through physical performance, participation and written assessment.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE SOCCER

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 125 or permission of instructor

Description: This is an intermediate level course offering advanced soccer skills and team tactics. These skills and tactics will be presented through active participation and instruction and evaluated through physical performance, participation and written assignments.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO VOLLEYBALL/BASKETBALL

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a beginning level course designed to offer an introduction to the fundamentals of basketball and volleyball including skills, basic rules, and team play strategies. The acquisition and understanding of these skills and strategies will be presented through activity and lecture sessions.

Long Title: CONTACT IMPROVISATION

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to help students develop the physical and perceptual skills basic to the movement of Contact Improvisation including: falling, rolling, responding to touch, momentum and gravity, and developing awareness to the physical environment. Additionally, the course provides an overview of the history of Contact Improvisation and its relevance as a global social dance form.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a beginning level course which will introduce the basic movements of Middle Eastern Dance. Students will also be expected to develop a knowledge and appreciation of Middle Eastern dance as a cultural, communal, and recreational activity. Due to cultural restrictions, this course is for women only.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 131 or permission of instructor

Description: This is an intermediate course which will introduce advanced movements of Middle Eastern Dance. Students will also be expected to develop a knowledge and appreciation of Middle Eastern Dance as a cultural, communal, and recreational activity. Due to cultural restrictions, this course is for women only.

Long Title: CAPOEIRA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Capoeira is a truly unique art, combining martial arts, dance and music. Students will learn the history, traditions and essential moves and strategies, as well as how to play the music associated with this activity.

Long Title: INDIAN DANCE: FROM CLASSICAL TO BOLLYWOOD

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course focuses on the Bharatanatyam form of dance that is very popular in South India. Bharatanatyam is the oldest of all classical Indian forms and its narrative style is known for its grace, purity, tenderness and statuesque poses.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This survey course introduces students to various dance techniques, (e.g. hip-hop, modern, ballet), choreography, improvisation, and performance as fundamental elements in the art of dance. Students will investigate dynamic and expressive methods of dance, and will develop foundational dance abilities including aerobic conditioning, coordination, alignment and dexterity.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO LATIN DANCE: MERENGUE AND SAMBA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on Merengue and Samba. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO EAST COAST SWING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the East coast Swing, including swing and triple step versions. Students will participate in drills to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO LATIN DANCE - SALSA/MAMBO & CHA CHA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the American Style Salsa/Mambo and Cha Cha. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO BALLROOM DANCE - TANGO AND RUMBA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the American Style Tango and Rumba. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE BALLROOM DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 109 or permission of instructor

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on intermediate-level American Style Foxtrot and Waltz. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: MUSICAL THEATER JAZZ

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course will focus on fundamental musical theater vocabulary and steps. Students will study musical theater styles from the golden era of Broadway to contemporary shows.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the Two Step and Polka. Drills are created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills. Other topics: history of C&W Dance, terminology, proper body alignment, leading and following, and social dance etiquette.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE COUNTRY WESTERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 144 or permission of instructor

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the intermediate level Two Step and Country Western Polka. Students will participate in drills created to improve footwork, arm positioning, and leading and following skills.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE EAST COAST SWING DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 137 or permission of instructor

Description: Course content includes demonstration of and brief lectures on the intermediate level of East Coast Swing, including single step and triple step versions.

Long Title: DANCE CHOREOGRAPHY

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course teaches basic dance making skills (choreography) for all styles of dance. Units covered will include the creation of inventive movement through improvisation, structures for dance, how to extend your movement ideas, partnering, working with a group, and the selection of dance themes, music, and props. Students will be required to compose short dance studies that will be critiqued in class through codified dance criticism methods then revise work.

Long Title: ADVANCED DANCE TECHNIQUE AND THEORY

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course helps students to develop an advanced level of dance technique through the study of different dance styles (modern dance, ballet, and jazz dance) with emphasis on understanding the anatomical body, training methods (body therapies), and performance skills. Course taught by dance staff and guest teachers. Instructor Permission Required.

Long Title: IMPROVISATION DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: The class will focus on expanding students' creative movement through dance improvisation which will allow for self-discovery, self-experience, and will build composition skills. Each class will focus on improvisational structures, and the elements of dance that will lead to choreography methods.

Long Title: THE ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: We all have habits of tension that interfere with our natural ease in movement. The Alexander Technique helps us to first recognize our habits and then interrupt them so we can experience greater freedom, strength, and coordination in our movement.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO CONTEMPORARY DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a beginning dance class that introduces students to contemporary dance technique and the performing of dance combinations to music. The class has a progression: core work on the floor; exercises at center; moving across the floor; and movement combinations. The majority of the classes are spent learning dance technique, the history of modern dance and modern dance choreography.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE MODERN DANCE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: An intermediate level modern dance class that incorporates a variety of modern dance techniques. The class places emphasis on correct anatomical alignment, breathe and release, rhythmic and spatial accuracy, and performance commitment. This class is for students who audition for the Rice Dance Theatre and are accepted into the company. Auditions and class registration are held during the second week of classes. Class requirements include participation in a minimum of one rehearsal per week and a dance performance series near the end of the semester.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO BALLET

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course will introduce students to the basic principles and steps of ballet technique. It is designed to increase the students' knowledge and understanding of the structure of the human body while engaged in ballet technique. Each student is required to attend a ballet performance during the semester.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE BALLET

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 155 OR LPCR 155 or permission of instructor

Description: This class will introduce students to advanced principles and steps of ballet technique. Students must have dance experience (ballet preferred) to take this class. Students are required to attend a ballet performance during the semester.

Long Title: JAZZ DANCE/HIP HOP

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: A beginning level dance class that teaches basic technique, performance, dance fitness, alignment, and introduces the stylistic and historical components of jazz dance and hip/hop.

Long Title: LIFEGUARDING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course provides the skills and knowledge to become lifeguard certified. Students will learn to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. $35 book fee. Students must be able to swim at least 300 yards.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO AQUATIC ACTIVITIES

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to offer basic knowledge and skill development in a variety of aquatic activities. Focus will be given to basic swimming and diving techniques as well as competitive, recreational and fitness activities.

Long Title: WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Students will work toward the American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Certification. $57.00 additional course fee.

Long Title: FITNESS SWIMMING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to increase fitness through the sport of swimming. Course includes information regarding fitness, health, stroke mechanics and wellness. The objective of the course is for students to design their own swimming workouts to meet their fitness goals. You must be able to swim at least 300 yards.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE FITNESS SWIMMING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 164 or permission of instructor

Description: This intermediate course is designed to increase fitness through the sport of swimming. Course includes information about health, stroke mechanics and wellness. Students will design their own swimming program based on self-selected goals for the semester. Students must be competent swimmers.

Long Title: BEGINNING SWIMMING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to offer basic knowledge and skill for the beginning swimmer. The following strokes and skills will be taught during the class: water entries, floating, rhythmic breathing patterns, front crawl, elementary back stroke, back crawl, deep water exploration, and treading water.

Long Title: TRIATHLON TRAINING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to introduce students to triathlon training. Students will participate in a fitness conditioning program comprised of swimming, cycling, and running designed specifically for the completion of a sprint triathlon. Additionally, students will learn about technical aspects of the sport including equipment needs and maintenance, and safety requirements. Equipment needed to take the course: bike, swimsuit, running shoes.

Long Title: YOGA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course provides a solid foundation in the principals of yoga theory and practice. By incorporating traditional philosophy, physical poses (asana) and breath control (pranayama), this class helps you to discover vitality, flexibility and strength within yourself.

Long Title: TAI CHI

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Translated as Grand Ultimate Boxing, Taijiquan (also Tai Chi Chuan) has five major family styles in practice today. These are the Chen, Yang, Wu, Wu (Hao), and Sun styles. Through kung fu warm ups and a series of special Chen Taiji drills called silk reeling, students will be introduced to a deeper awareness of physical fitness, body movement, and mental clarity. The student will then be taught a basic introductory level form designed to give a taste of what Chen Style Taijiquan has to offer. The students will also be introduced to some Push Hands training (a two person drill) and basic martial applications.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO FENCING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Fencing is a fast paced sport that develops mental agility and focus. This class will teach students the fundamentals of movement, bladework, and basic strategies in foil. Course goals are to compete at a beginner level and to understand the history and rules of the sport. Students will use exercises, drills, and bouts to develop their abilities and meet these goals.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE FENCING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 172 or permission of instructor

Description: This course is designed to introduce the student to the skills and strategy necessary to participate in fencing at the intermediate level.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO MARTIAL ARTS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of Martial Arts. Students will learn the philosophy and physical conditioning components associated with this martial arts form with a particular emphasis on reflex development, timing, eye-hand coordination, balance and a sense of well-being.

Long Title: SELF DEFENSE FOR WOMEN

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course exposes students to a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques. It is a comprehensive course for women that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, while progressing through the basics of hands-on defense training.

Long Title: INTERMEDIATE YOGA TECHNIQUES

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Prerequisite(s): LPAP 170 or permission of instructor

Description: This course builds on the primary principles of yoga theory and practice that are learned in basic yoga courses. This class will introduce more advanced physical poses, breath control and meditation techniques.

Long Title: THE ART OF RELAXATION

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to provide students with an overview of the evolution of relaxation techniques and the various forms they have taken in different cultures across time. Each class will focus on the stress-relieving benefits of and different modalities for relaxation practice.

Long Title: WALK, JOG, RUN

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: The purpose of this class is to teach students how to improve cardiovascular and muscular strength and endurance as well as stress management through fitness walking and jogging.

Long Title: PERSONAL FITNESS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Class will consist of brief lectures on health and fitness topics. Students will be exposed to activities that may be incorporated into an individualized personal fitness program. The goal of this course is to motivate the students to include physical activity as an integral part of his/her lifestyle.

Long Title: WEIGHT TRAINING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: The class will consist of brief lectures and discussions on topics related to weight training. Students will be exposed to several different types of weight training techniques throughout the semester that may be incorporated into an individual's personal fitness program.

Long Title: WEIGHT TRAINING AND CONDITIONING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Students will be exposed to several different types of weight training and cardiovascular conditioning techniques throughout the semester that may be incorporated into an individual's personal fitness program.

Long Title: CARDIO KICKBOXING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Kickboxing combines the best of boxing and other martial arts techniques and brings it to you in an exciting and easy to learn format. As the name implies, cardio kickboxing involves kickboxing movements, but with cardiovascular training principles.

Long Title: PILATES

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This is a beginning level course designed to offer an introduction to the fundamentals and beginner/intermediate classic Pilates mat work exercises. The acquisition and understanding of these exercises, their goal, and intent will be presented through activity and lecture sessions and will be evaluated through physical performance, participation, and written assessment.

Long Title: GROUP FITNESS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: The purpose of this class will be to provide students a learning opportunity in the broad area of group exercise.

Long Title: INTRODUCTION TO OUTDOOR RECREATION

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course will offer students the opportunity to explore a variety of outdoor activities including teambuilding and leadership skill development, rock climbing, disc golf and camping. The class will be largely activity based and includes a $20 additional course fee.

Long Title: GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR TRAINING

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to provide the theoretical and practical skills necessary to achieve a national certification in group fitness instruction. The student will develop and lead group fitness routines as well as learn the general principles of anatomy, exercise science, and biomechanics. $30.00 additional course fee.

Long Title: EXERCISE AND WEIGHT MANAGEMENT

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture/Laboratory

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is intended to help overweight students gain a comprehensive understanding of weight and exercise management, including nutrition/portion control, emotional eating, medical perspectives and creating sustainable exercise programs. Participants will gain the necessary skills and understanding for obtaining optimum health. All classes will feature both lecture and physical activity.

Long Title: WEIGHT TRAINING FOR WOMEN

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: This course is designed to provide female students with a non-intimidating environment in which they can learn the fundamental principles of resistance training, the focus of the course will be on safe lifting practices, exercise variation/manipulation, and program design.

Long Title: OPEN WATER SCUBA

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Students will learn the basics of SCUBA in accordance with P.A.D.I. standards. Topics include diving equipment, physiology, planning and safety, and there will be practical sessions in both pool and open water sites. An additional course fee of $400, which covers the cost of all equipment, and transportation/entrance fees to dive sites, is required.

Long Title: DISCOVERING PERSONAL WELLNESS: CREATING AWARENESS & DEVELOPING SKILLS FOR BEHAVIOR CHANGE

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Students will discuss the many factors that influence personal well-being, giving particular attention to individual needs and behavior change goals. Major areas to be covered include: time management, coping strategies, healthy relationships, body image, food choices, self-esteem, physical activity, spirituality, environmental awareness, alternative medicine and self-care.

Long Title: NUTRITION

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Lecture

Credit Hours: 1

Description: The class will consist of lectures and discussions on the science of nutrition.

Long Title: INDEPENDENT STUDY

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Independent Study

Credit Hours: 1

Description: Independent Study is intended for the student who shows interest in an area of study not offered or who wishes to pursue a discipline in greater depth than possible through the regular curriculum. A contract between the student and the teacher shall define the responsibilities of both student and the teacher, and will specify standards for the successful completion of the project. Department Permission Required.

Long Title: SPECIAL TOPICS

Department: Lifetime Physical Activity

Grade Mode: Standard Letter

Language of Instruction: Taught in English

Course Type: Activity Course, Internship/Practicum, Laboratory, Lecture, Seminar

Credit Hours: 1 TO 4

Description: Topics and credit hours may vary each semester. Contact department for current semester's topic(s). Repeatable for Credit.