Skills that may be applied to a lifetime of sports participation. Activity can be vigorous and competitive or mild and recreational, depending on the sport.
664-01500 - - - Fencing - - - NLA
Beginning skill, techniques, and knowledge of foil fencing. Basic etiquette and rules of bouting. Techniques and practice in officiating a bout. Tournament-style bouts during the latter part of the course. Equipment is furnished. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-01700 - - - Cross-Country Skiing - - - NLA
Provides the knowledge and skills to cross-country ski over a variety of snow-covered terrain. Proper use of equipment, walking, step turns, diagonal stride as well as uphill and downhill techniques are covered on the hills and flats surrounding the campus. Other facets covered include winter safety and planning and preparing for a ski tour. Equipment is supplied. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-01900 - - - Basic Alpine Skiing - - - NLA
Basic downhill skiing techniques. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets one night a week, 4:15-10:30 p.m., off campus. Transportation is provided. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-02000 - - - Intermediate Alpine Skiing - - - NLA
For the intermediate student who wants to improve his/her skill level. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets one night a week, 4:15-10:30 p.m., off campus. Transportation is provided. Prerequisites: 664-01900 or equivalent. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-02100 - - - Advanced Alpine Skiing - - - NLA
Offered for the advanced skier. Coaching sessions include skiing different snow conditions, skiing steep and mogul terrain, rhythm gates and racing turns for speed and control. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets one night a week, 4:15-10:30 p.m., off campus. Transportation is provided. Prerequisites: 664-02000 or equivalent. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-02200 - - - Basic Snowboarding - - - NLA
Basic downhill snowboarding techniques. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets one night a week, 4:15-10:30 p.m., off campus. Transportation is provided. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-02500 - - - Indoor Tennis - - - NLA
Fundamental tennis strokes and rules of the game; increase proficiency in playing tennis by indoor techniques. Indoor rackets and balls provided. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
664-02600 - - - Basic Tennis - - - NLA
Basic strokes, including ground strokes, slice serve, and block volley techniques, for use in singles and doubles play. Coverage of related rules and strategy necessary for game play, scoring, and etiquette. For students with no formal background in either the basic fundamentals or game strategy and no knowledge of scoring, rules, or etiquette. Tennis rackets and balls provided. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-02700 - - - Intermediate Tennis - - - NLA
Review of the ground strokes, slice serve, and block volley; lob and overhead are taught, stressing their use in both singles and doubles play. More game experience. Prerequisites: Ability to demonstrate ground strokes, slice serve, and block volley. Tennis rackets and balls provided. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-02800 - - - Advanced Tennis - - - NLA
Review of all basic strokes, with emphasis on executing them more efficiently. The flat serve and auxiliary strokes such as the half volley, chop, slice, drop volley, and lob volley are taught, stressing competitive play and strategy in both singles and doubles play. Prerequisites: Mastery of ground strokes, slice serve, block volley, lob, and overhead, performed in a game situation. Tennis rackets and balls provided. 0.5 credit. (F,Y)
664-03000 - - - Field Archery I - - - NLA
Prepares students for bow hunting, including orientation to New York State hunting laws, game conservation, and bow hunting techniques as well as the development of the bare-bow technique of shooting with a heavier-weight bow than is used in target archery. When proficiency at the target-butt has been demonstrated, shooting at simulated wild-game targets takes place on the natural wooded trail. Equipment is supplied. Students may not receive credit for both 660-17100 and 664-03000. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-03100 - - - Field Archery II - - - NLA
An extension of Field Archery I. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-03300 - - - Golf I - - - NLA
Develops an understanding and appreciation of the game through learning basic skills such as stance, grip, and swing. If time permits and student ability warrants, a visit to a local golf course will be made. This is a beginner's course. Equipment is supplied. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-03400 - - - Golf II - - - NLA
An extension of Golf I. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-03600 - - - Badminton I - - - NLA
Fundamental skills of badminton necessary to play both singles and doubles; rules and customs involved in badminton. Content includes offensive and defensive skills, singles and doubles strategy and play, rules, and etiquette. Evaluation involves a skills test and a written exam. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-03700 - - - Badminton II - - - NLA
An extension of Badminton I. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-03800 - - - Badminton III - - - NLA
Clears, drop shots, smashes, net shots, serving, and strategy, with special emphasis on doubles play. Prerequisites: 664-03600, 664-03700, or permission of instructor. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-04000 - - - Run, Walk, and Jog I - - - NLA
Provides students of all ability levels with an opportunity to understand and benefit from a lifetime activity. Techniques covered are warm-ups and flexibility, aerobics, running guidelines, and jogging safety. Training methods, various types of terrain, and special running events are covered. The course concludes with a fitness evaluation. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-04100 - - - Run, Walk, and Jog II - - - NLA
An extension of Run, Walk, and Jog I. The exercise program becomes more individualized. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-04400 - - - Paddleball I - - - NLA
This is a challenging sport and an opportunity for a vigorous workout. The course is suited for the beginner as well as the more experienced player. Basic skills and game strategy are covered, but most of the class time is devoted to playing informal games. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-04500 - - - Paddleball II - - - NLA
An extension of Paddleball I. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-05000 - - - Basic Windsurfing - - - NLA
Basic boardsailing technique. The class hours are flexible after the first three sessions. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets off campus. Transportation is provided. A swimming test is required. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-05100 - - - Intermediate Windsurfing - - - NLA
Intended for students who have mastered the basic boardsailing techniques. The class hours are flexible after the first three sessions. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets off campus. Transportation is provided. Prerequisites: 664-05000. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-05300 - - - Sailing --- Small Boat - - - NLA
For the student with little knowledge of sailing. Instruction is on sailboats with two sails. A swimming test is required. Special conditions: A fee is charged for this course. Meets off campus. Transportation is provided. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-05500 - - - Sailing --- Catamaran - - - NLA
For students who want to learn to sail a catamaran. A swimming test is required. Special conditions: A fee is charged for the course. Meets off campus. Transportation is provided. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-05700 - - - Boating Skills and Safety - - - NLA
Introduces students to basic boating skills and techniques. Basic piloting, navigation rules, legal requirements, and dealing with emergencies are discussed. 1.0 credit. (S,Y)
The performance of stunts on selected pieces of apparatus following progressive practice and instructional guidance. Improvement in physical development and coordination are primary goals.
664-05900 - - - Gymnastics Activities I - - - NLA
Men practice tumbling, parallel bars, side horse, and vaulting; women practice tumbling, uneven bars, balance beam, and vaulting. Course objectives are to develop basic skills in the above areas, to combine two or more skills, and to promote good spotting techniques. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-06000 - - - Gymnastics Activities II - - - NLA
While Gymnastics Activities I introduces students to various gymnastic events and their basic skills, Gymnastics Activities II is structured to individual specialization, so as to further develop skills and spotting techniques and to combine three or more skills. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
Basic skills that may be applied to a lifetime of involvement in the natural environment.
664-07000 - - - Basic Camping - - - NLA
Presents fundamental principles of living outdoors, instills a greater appreciation of our presently available natural wonders, and demonstrates, by actual involvement, the enjoyment of outdoor living. A primary objective is to develop the basic skills needed for single, two-person, and family or group tent camping during late spring and early fall in Central New York. All equipment is provided. Special conditions: Students must leave campus for one overnight camping trip. 0.5 credit. (S,Y)
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