Recreation Instruction (REC)

Physical Movement and Mind-body Awareness REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

This class is designed to introduce students to weight training, specifically lifting technique. Through this course, students will build a strong understanding about the fundamental principles of weight training and demonstrate competency in applying this know ledge to personal weight training practice. Students will leave the class with lifelong understanding of how to develop a personal lifting plan.

Triathlon training is a one credit intensive conditioning program using a cross training approach to achieve a high level of personal fitness. The emphasis will be on skill development in the areas of swimming, biking and running to prepare students for a triathlon event. The course will incorporate a variety of training methods to ensure a smooth and progressive development of individual cardiovascular fitness. REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

Develops basic skills in volleyball: correct methods of passing, setting, spiking, and serving; rules, scoring, and team play. REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

Various modalities for starting, achieving, and maintaining a running program; conditioning exercises; jogging. REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

Strictly for beginners. Basic skills necessary for participation in game of tennis. REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

Develops control of basic skills, position specialization, and rules interpretations, and develops team skills. REC courses were formally ATH (Athletics courses).

Various modalities for achieving and maintaining personal fitness: weight training, circuit training; cardiovascular development; diet and nutrition. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

For the nonswimmer; basic skills of swimming and the rudiments of safety in and about the water. (ARC certification available.) There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Elements of good swimming; whole stroke; increased endurance; versatility. (ARC certification available.) There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Lifeguard training teaches the student/candidate to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies in aquatic settings. Students also learn CPR and AED skills. Strong swimming skills are a must. There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

This course covers the fundamentals of performance, programming, and coaching of Olympic weightlifting. Completion of the course will provide the fundamentals required to perform these movements and prepare the student to take the USA Weightlifting Sports Performance Certification course and exam. This course is the same as ES 121, and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.

For swimmers who are Level 5 or better. Gives students knowledge, skills and practical experience in preparation for teaching swimming and water safety classes to children and adults from diverse populations. There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterfront Skills, Waterpark Skills, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Administrating Emergency Oxygen and Bloodborne Pathogens. This course prepares instructor candidates to use course and presentation materials, conduct training sessions and evaluate the progress of candidates in a professional-level course

Basic skills involved in the sport of martial arts and self defense situations. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

The mission of the R.A.D. Systems is to establish an accessible, constantly improving and internationally respected alliance of dedicated Instructors. These Instructors in turn, will provide educational opportunities for women, children, men and seniors to create a safer future for themselves. In doing this, we challenge society to evolve into an existence where violence is not an acceptable part of daily life.

Fundamentals of basketball: basic skills, rules and scoring, class competition. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Basic dance patterns and variations of modern ballroom dancing. Students acquire skill in leading, following, and dancing comfortably and smoothly. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Basic dance patterns and variations of modern ballroom dancing. Students acquire skill in leading, following, and dancing comfortably and smoothly. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Basic Hatha Yoga postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and relaxation techniques. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

For students who have already acquired the basic skills of Hatha Yoga; more advanced postures (asanas), breathing exercises (pranayama), and relaxation techniques. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Advanced Hatha Yoga class that includes challenging postures, longer holding times, pranayama (breathing) practices, and relaxation for deeper self awareness REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

This class is designed to introduce students to restorative yoga, a method of bringing deep relaxation to the body and mind through specific postures and techniques. Through this course, students will learn poses that calm the mind, body, and nervous system, as well as utilize props to support and relax the body. Poses are held for longer periods which, allow muscles to relax deeply under the support of props. Restorative yoga is a practice that can help to balance an active lifestyle and schedule.

This course is an introduction to QigongTaiji. Rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine, these art forms utilize various movement exercises/forms or non-movements to enhance well being: physically, emotionally and spiritually. Origins and techniques will be discussed and practiced. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

The emphasis of the class will be on asanas (poses) and vinyasa (flow) for increased flexibility, improved health, relaxation, and reduced stress in daily living. Class participants will also be exposed to the language and concepts of Yoga. A typical class will include breathing techniques and asana practice, which focus on balancing and inverted poses REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses)

Fundamentals of badminton: basic skills, rules and scoring, singles and doubles play, class competition. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Fundamentals of soccer: basic skills, rules and scoring, class competition. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Aerobic activities and exercises that emphasize flexibility, coordination, and cardiovascular endurance. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Designed to increase physical wellness through cardiovascular activities both in and out of the pool. There is a fee associated with this class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

This is an introduction to beginning diving in which a student will learn proper technique and safety using both the one and three meter diving boards. The course will include forward, backward, reverse and inward dive categories. Diving combines physical and mental skills that students will use throughout their lives. Diving skills give a person independence and provide a foundation for safe participation in other water activities. Although the objective of diving is to learn new dives, there is always an enjoyment of being in the water. Diving is a fun lifetime sport for people of all fitness levels.

This course is designed to teach students safe performance of movement and exercise in a progressive approach, and offers an opportunity to improve and/or maintain a high level of fitness through application of aerobic training principles in an aquatic environment. The comprehensive workout incorporates aerobic conditioning, muscular strengthening, abdominal toning and tension-release stretching to improve aerobic capacity, strength and flexibility without the negative effects of gravity. Students will be encouraged to exercise at their own comfort level and engage in a variety of low-impact movements from low to high intensity. This water conditioning class will focus on improving the cardiovascular and muscle systems, but also cover basic principles of exercise science, nutrition, cardiovascular and muscle endurance, and water safety. Workouts will include warm-up, cardio-, muscle-, and core conditioning, and range of motion exercises both in the shallow and deep water. Classes may incorporate use of flotation equipment for buoyancy and water resistance, and a mini-lecture at the start and/or end of class. Class activities include basic water aerobics, intervals, circuits, games, and other styles of upright water workouts.

In this beginner level dance class, students will learn positions and steps of basic ballet technique. Class time will focus on body alignment and effective methods for gaining strength and flexibility necessary for proper ballet deportment. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses). ¿REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).¿

Introduction to modern dance is a beginner level dance class where students will lean and execute the fundamentals of modern dance. Students will participate in movement exercises and phrases designed to increase knowledge of modern dance. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Introduction to Modern Dance REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Introduces the importance and holistic natures of the six dimensions of personal wellness and fitness. The opportunity for students to assess their current wellness and health status will be offered during lab. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

This course is designed to give students the knowledge and understanding necessary to prepare for the ACE Group Fitness Instructor Certification exam and become effective group fitness instructors. Through this course a student will learn basic human anatomy and exercise physiology specific to group fitness instruction, principles of class preparation, class formatting, group exercise program design, how to teach group exercise classes, emergency procedures in a group fitness setting, and the business of group fitness. This class will also teach and train students through a 7-week group fitness shadowing and practicum. This course is the same as ES 191 and course repeat rules will apply. Students should consult with their major department regarding any restrictions on their degree requirements.

The study of skills in programming and administration necessary for the development and organization of programs in recreational sports: instructional sports, intramural sports, extramural sports, informal sports, adventure pursuits, fitness, sport clubs, aquatics and facilities. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).

Theory and practice of first aid for the injured. Students will receive national certification in first aid, CPR, and AED use upon completion of the class. REC courses were formerly ATH (Athletics courses).