PEM-PHYSICAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES (GENERAL): PERFORMANCE CENTERED, LAND
 

PEM 1XXX        Ballroom Dance (Pending)        3

This course is designed to teach beginner level ballroom dancing steps in the Foxtrot, Waltz, Jitterbug, Cha Cha, Tango, Merengue, Mambo, and the Charleston. In addition, the fitness benefits of social dance, the application of fitness to dance, and a brief history of each dance will be presented.

PEM 1XX3        Latin Cardio Groove (Pending)      3

A Latin dance class that focuses on building fitness through the blending of Latin dance styles from the Merengue to Salsa with fitness techniques. The class is designed for non-dancers, dancers, and athletes.

PEM 1XX4        Hula Fit I (Pending)       3

A beginning level hula dance class that focuses on building fitness through the use of Hawaiian and Tahitian Hula dance training and fitness techniques. Designed for non-dancers, dancers, and athletes.

PEM 1116         Body Shaping I        3

Designed to introduce body shaping exercises to students to help improve overall physical fitness, improve cardiorespiratory endurance, and help reduce body fat. This entry level class will cover yoga, Pilates, cardio karate, water aerobics, step aerobics, and basic training. Students will exercise using various types of equipment.

PEM 1120         Cardio Weightlifting and Endurance         3

Emphasizes the development of cardiovascular and muscular endurance through the use of free weights, weight machines, and cardio exercises. The exercises are based on the principle of circuit training through different exercise stations.

PEM 1121         Yoga I           3

Designed to train the student in basic Hatha yoga techniques. An ancient method of exercise as well as a method of spiritual meditation. the physical yoga training will occur during the class periods and there will be a learning module on-line for the student to complete. Each class will be a significant physical challenge. Students of all athletic abilities are encouraged to take the course.

PEM 1122         Yoga II     

Designed to further the education and practice of Hatha Yoga. Advanced postures will be explored and the healing significance to each will be explained. Class meetings will be more strenuous than the Yoga I meetings. Strength moves and postures will be emphasized. Participants can enter Yoga II after completion of Yoga I or with the permission of the instructor. Students will be encouraged to develop their own potential abilities and style.

PEM 1131         Weight Training      1

PEM 1141         Aerobic Conditioning (Beginning)             1

PEM 1320         Rock Climbing             1

An introductory rock climbing skill development course focusing on rock climbing equipment, knots and rope systems, belays, anchors, and top rope climbing.

PEM 1321         Low Ropes Course            1

Designed to introduce students to the essential skills required to facilitate experiential education activities on a rope challenge course.

PEM 1322         High Ropes Course          1

Designed to introduce students to the essential technical skills required to safely conduct experiential education activities on a challenge low and high ropes course.

PEM 1331         Outdoor Adventure I           3

Designed to introduce outdoor activities to students to help improve overall physical fitness. This entry level will cover outdoor activities including backpacking, rock climbing, ropes course (certified), orienteering, and geocaching. Students will exercise using various types of equipment. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

PEM 2XXX        Boot Camp Fitness (Pending)        3

Students will participate in Boot Camp classes that will include aerobic exercise and anaerobic drills to improve endurance, strength, power, and agility. Classes will be designed to slowly progress through various exercises and drills of increasing difficulty as the semester advances. In addition, students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a Boot Camp instructor.

PEM 2XX1        Cycle Fit (Pending)          3

Students will participate in indoor cycling group workouts. Students will learn the proper use of cycle bikes for a safe and effective workout. Students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a Cycle Fit instructor.

PEM 2XX2        Boxing Fitness (Pending)       3

Students will participate in Boxing Fitness group workouts, designed to slowly progress though various punches, kicks, and combinations of increasing difficulty as the semester advances. Students will understand how to use boxing equipment properly to provide for a safe and effective workout. In addition, students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a Boxing Fitness instructor.

PEM 2XX3        Cycle Boxing (Pending)        3

Students will participate in Cycle Box classes that will include a combination workout of group cycling and boxing. Students will understand how to use boxing and cycle equipment properly to provide for a safe and effective workout. In addition, students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a Cycle Box instructor.

PEM 2XX4        Kickboxing (Pending)           3

Students will learn about the basic components of kickboxing and the health benefits of participating in kickboxing classes. Students will participate in kickboxing classes, designed to slowly progress through various punches, kicks, and other combinations of increasing difficulty as the semester advances. In addition, students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a kickboxing instructor.

PEM 2XX5        Pilates (Pending)       3

Students will participate in Pilates classes to condition the core muscles of the body. The classes are designed to slowly progress through various exercises of increasing difficulty as the semester advances. In addition, the students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a Pilates instructor.

PEM 2XX6        Yoga Fitness (Pending)      3

Students will learn information on the background of yoga, the many different types of yoga and the health benefits of participating in yoga fitness. The class includes a physical component in which students will participate in yoga fitness classes, designed to slowly progress through various sequences and poses of increasing difficulty as the semester advances. In addition, students will learn basic instruction techniques that will lay the foundation for learning to become a yoga fitness instructor.

PEM 2117         Body Shaping II      3

Prerequisite: PEM 1116

Designed to continue the body shaping exercises introduced in Body Shaping I at a more intense level. Will allow students to improve overall physical fitness, improve cardiorespiratory endurance, and help reduce body fat. Covers advanced exercises in the areas of: yoga, Pilates, cardio karate, water aerobics, step aerobics, and basic training. Students will exercise using various types of equipment.

PEM 2123         Yoga III       3

Prerequisite: PEM 1121 and PEM 1122

Designed to encourage independent yogic exploration. It is also the “extreme yoga” course and students must have successfully completed Yoga I or II class prior to this class. The student will work with the instructor as an assistant for a Yoga I or Yoga II class. Six times during the term the student will take a class from a local yoga instructor approved by the course instructor. The student will be responsible for the class fee incurred at the different studios. The cost is nominal ($12 per class). The student will learn to develop his/her own style after experiencing a variety of yogic styles and settings with qualified instructors. Also a way for the student to encounter the spiritual ideas of yoga as they are expressed by diverse practitioners.

PEM 2124         Yoga IV              3

Prerequisite: PEM 1121, PEM 1122, and PEM 2123.

Designed to train the student to be comfortable enough with yoga to train on his/her own or, if desired, to become an instructor. The student will develop her/his own style of yoga and complete his/her physical and intellectual foundation for further yogic studies. The instructor will help the student to become a certified yoga instructor if that is desired.

PEM 2332         Outdoor Adventure II       3

Prerequisite: PEM 1331.

Designed to help students improve the skills they learned in Outdoor Adventure I and to improve physical fitness. Will cover advanced outdoor activities including: backpacking, rock climbing, ropes course (certified), orienteering, and geocaching. Students will exercise using various types of equipment. Material and supply fee will be assessed.

PEM 2444         Shotokan Karate          1

Examines the background and methods involved in karate and emphasizes traditional Japanese style known as Shotokan Karate. Offers the student instruction that will enable him/her to participate in regional, national, and international collegiate events including tournaments, special training clinics, weekend camps, and interaction with Shotokan Karate clubs and organizations at other universities. While learning self defense techniques through physical practice and training, the student will learn the significance of mental discipline and health benefits involved in the practice of Shotokan Karate. Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only.

PEM 2445         Shotokan Karate II        1

Prerequisite: PEM 2444.

Advanced instruction in the traditional Japanese style of Shotokan Karate for students who have basic knowledge and experience with this style of Karate. Opportunities are provided for students to build on their experience and skill levels. Graded on satisfactory/ unsatisfactory basis only.

PEM 2446         Shotokan Karate III      1

Prerequisite: PEM 2445.

Advanced instruction at the third level for students who have beginning skills in Shotokan Karate. Opportunities will be provided to allow students to continue to build their skill levels and prepare for introductory competitive activities. Graded on satisfactory/unsatisfactory basis only.