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PED 141B - Ultimate Frisbee 1.00 credits
Provides instruction and opportunity to develop skills in this modern game. Will also develop an understanding of rules, expectations, and etiquette. In-class time will be spent practicing skills and playing the game according to the established rules.
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PED 141C - Fundamentals of Healthy Movement 1.00 credits
The focus is on increasing core strength and stabilization, muscle balance, tone, coordination, and flexibility. Incorporates non-impact mat exercises designed to develop whole body awareness and control and includes modifications for various fitness levels.
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PED 180A - Swimming - All Abilities 1.00 credits
Geared to a variety of swim skill levels. Covers basic swim strokes, elementary rescue and survival techniques, cardiovascular conditioning, and water play.
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PED 181A - Beginning Weight Training 1.00 credits
Stresses the proper techniques of weight lifting and the development of muscular strength and endurance. Individual programs developed which allow for body and strength differences and safety in lifting.
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PED 181B - Intermediate Weight Training 1.00 credits
Continues the development of the student’s strength/fitness. Individual evaluation and weight lifting programs developed to meet the student’s needs. Prerequisite: PED 181A.
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PED 182A - Beginning Aerobic Fitness 1.00 credits
Offers students knowledge and skills to stay fit for life. Teaches safe performance of movement and exercise in a progressive approach. Includes cardiovascular and muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition. Aerobic training principles stressed using target heart rate and Borg methods.
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PED 182C - Beginning Fitness & Walking 1.00 credits
Beginning level, self-paced walking programs and a variety of conditioning exercises for specific body areas. Provides instruction for integrating walking into a lifetime fitness program.
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PED 182D - Intermediate Fitness & Walking 1.00 credits
Improves fitness through self-paced walking programs designed to increase the frequency and duration of regular workouts. Incorporate a walking program into a total fitness program for future use. Recommended: Beginning Fitness and Walking or average fitness level.
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PED 182G - Tai Chi I 1.00 credits
Explores this ancient form of gentle movement that emphasizes balance, concentration, and coordination. Addresses traditional styles of tai chi, meditation, and Yi (mind) development techniques in an easy-to-follow format.
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PED 182K - Hatha Yoga I 1.00 credits
Introduces the student to the values and skills of hatha yoga (yoga of exercise). Includes basic yoga philosophies and exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living. Prior physical activity and a completed physician’s exam report is recommended.
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PED 182L - Hatha Yoga II 1.00 credits
Expand knowledge, application, and skill in hatha yoga. Offers exposure to other areas of health care and an opportunity to study a selected topic in depth. Recommended: Prior instruction in hatha yoga.
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PED 182R - Fitness and Conditioning for First Responders 1.00 credits
This course is designed to provide general fitness training opportunities, guidelines and strategies to prepare first responders for careers in firefighting, law enforcement, and emergency technical services.
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PED 182S - Tai Chi II 1.00 credits
Continue the exploration of theories and movement principles introduced in Tai Chi I. Reinforce and expand upon the basic techniques to develop a solid foundation for lifelong practice of tai chi. Recommended: PED 182G or instructor approval.
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PED 183A - Beginning Volleyball 1.00 credits
Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategies, and skills of the game.
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PED 183B - Intermediate Volleyball 1.00 credits
Builds further on the beginning techniques of the game. Emphasizes team play, special situations, and officiating. Prerequisite: PED 183A.
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PED 183C - Advanced Volleyball 1.00 credits
Builds further on the intermediate techniques of the game. Emphasizes team play, offensive/defensive situations and other advanced skills of spiking, team blocking, and shoulder roll. Prerequisite: PED 183B.
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PED 183E - Beginning Tennis 1.00 credits
Includes basic history, terminology, etiquette, strategy, and skills of the game.
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PED 183G - Beginning Golf 1.00 credits
Emphasizes fundamental techniques in the use of all clubs along with an understanding and appreciation of rules, course management, and etiquette. Playing a few rounds outside of class is required. In-class time is spent on the range, putting green, pitching area, and in video assessment sessions.
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PED 183I - Flag Football - Coed 1.00 credits
Covers skills, rules, and strategies. Emphasizes individual and team offensive, defensive, and kicking techniques as well as concepts of team organization and play. Considerable time is spent playing the game.
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PED 183J - Softball - Coed 1.00 credits
Emphasizes team play, strategy, and individual skills. Included are batting, running bases and sliding, throwing from outfield, throwing from infield, pitching, catching, fielding, and communication. Time is divided between drills and game play.
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PED 183K - Rowing 1.00 credits
Learn and develop the skills needed to row a multi-person racing shell with sliding seat and outriggers. Safety, terminology, and improved fitness emphasized. Good swimming skills required.
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PED 183S - Slowpitch Softball - Coed 1.00 credits
Uses basic rules and skills of softball altered for slowpitch. Generally utilizes equal numbers of men and women in playing positions
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PED 185Y - Yoga/Pilates Fusion 1.00 credits
Introduces the values and skills of Pilates and yoga. Includes basic Pilates and yoga philosophy and exercises for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living.
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PED 186D - Ballroom Dance I 1.00 credits
Introduces the fundamental principles of ballroom dance. Places emphasis on proper partnering, style, and phrasing. Focuses on elementary steps of foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha-cha, and rumba.
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PED 186E - Ballroom Dance II 1.00 credits
Continues the development of skills in ballroom dance at an intermediate level as well as enriching the depth of the dance technique and complexity of choreography. Focus placed on appropriate partnering in order to lead or follow, rhythm, style, and phrasing. Dances may include waltz, foxtrot, tango, quickstep, rumba, cha-cha, swing, samba, jive, and nightclub two step. Prerequisite: PED 186D.
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PED 198 - Independent Study: Physical Education 3.00 credits
Offers individualized study at an advanced level in areas of PED not considered in other courses to meet special interests or program requirements. Students must complete a term project and readings approved by the instructor. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in PED.
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PED 199 - Special Studies: Physical Education 1.00 credits
Special topics, activities, or projects in an area of PED not usually covered in depth in other PED courses. Offered for variable credit, based on the student’s accomplishments. Instructor permission is required prior to registration. Recommended: Prior study in physical education.
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