Fundamentals of physical fitness and body development based on sound progression, evaluated in accordance with the needs and desires of each participant.
664-09000 - - - Personal Defense - - - NLA
Develops, through the learning of basic skills, an appreciation of the art of defending oneself or one's property and loved ones. Students learn strategy and knowledge of vulnerable areas, legal implications, and the need for physical exercise and safety precautions. Primarily for students who want to learn basic self-defense techniques. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-09300 - - - Personal Fitness I - - - NLA
Provides the skills and activities needed to achieve a high degree of physical fitness. Exercises designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone, flexibility, and personal appearance are emphasized. This course develops an appreciation for keeping in good physical condition. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-09400 - - - Personal Fitness II - - - NLA
An extension of Personal Fitness I. 0.5 credit. (F-S,Y)
664-09500 - - - Personal Fitness III - - - NLA
Students set their own goals by incorporating more individualized instruction in their daily programs, including jogging, weight training, flexibility exercises, and circuit training. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-09800 - - - Basic Jujitsu - - - NLA
A basic course in Dan Zan Ryu Jujitsu. Involves the study of the history, philosophy, and skills of jujitsu. The techniques are a mixture of many of the martial arts and can be used for self-defense. An additional fee for a uniform may be required. 1.0 credit. (F-S,Y)
Emphasis on the individual's awareness of dance as communication; dance as a lifetime leisure activity structured to satisfy the interests and desires of individuals of all ages.
664-10000 - - - Dance Exercise I - - - NLA
Allows the beginner to experience the benefits and pleasures derived from dance. Exercises from various dance forms allow the student to increase strength, flexibility, and endurance; to increase range of movement; to improve posture and body image; and to shape, tone, and condition the body while simultaneously developing coordination and grace of movement. In addition, the student develops awareness of the body and its energy so that efficient use of the body becomes part of everyday life. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10100 - - - Dance Exercise II - - - NLA
A continuation of Dance Exercise I. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10200 - - - Dance Exercise III - - - NLA
For those students who are able to perform at a fast pace and a more advanced level. Prerequisites: 664-10000, 10100. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10300 - - - Dance Exercise IV - - - NLA
Provides students at a high level of fitness the opportunity to work out at an advanced level. Prerequisites: 664-10200. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10400 - - - Dance Exercise with Weights - - - NLA
For the student who desires a more difficult workout through the use of wrist weights and ankle weights. Emphasis is on strengthening the upper body and on toning hips and legs as students learn about cardiovascular endurance, strength, and flexibility. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10800 - - - Jazz Dance I - - - NLA
The objectives are to help the student move freely and naturally in order to experience the quality of jazz dance, experience the variety of styles and rhythms in jazz music and jazz dance, and become familiar with terminology used in jazz dance. The student should experience his or her own natural rhythms and energy levels, experience the mind/body relationship, increase in strength, flexibility, and endurance, and improve positive body image. This course is designed to develop the kinesthetic sense and memory, to develop basic motor skills and rhythmic acuity, and to help the student understand the possibilities and limitations of the body and experience his or her own range of movement. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-10900 - - - Jazz Dance II - - - NLA
A continuation of Jazz Dance I, or for those students whose background enables them to perform at this level. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-11000 - - - Jazz Dance III - - - NLA
A continuation of Jazz Dance II, or for students whose background enables them to perform at a fast intermediate level. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-11100 - - - Jazz Dance IV - - - NLA
Offered for the student who can perform at an advanced level with the opportunity to improve and perfect skill and technique in this dance form. Prerequisites: 664-11000. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-11300 - - - Tap Dance I - - - NLA
This course is designed to (1) allow the student to experience the form of tap dance, (2) promote exercise and enjoyable experience through tap dance, as well as skill and confidence at the beginning level, (3) develop the rhythmic acuity that is necessary to this form, (4) equip the student with the terminology used in tap dance, and (5) introduce students to the history of tap dance, its development as an art form, and its contribution to American musical theater. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-11400 - - - Tap Dance II - - - NLA
A continuation of Tap Dance I, or for those students whose background enables them to perform at this level. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-11500 - - - Tap Dance III - - - NLA
A continuation of Tap Dance II, or for those students whose background enables them to perform at a fast intermediate level. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-12100 - - - Aerobic Funk Dance I - - - NLA
Students learn the latest street dances and get a cardiovascular workout. This fast-paced, high-intensity class is made up of low-impact movement and funky choreography from warm-up to cool-down. Not recommended for beginners. Some aerobic or dance experience is necessary. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-12200 - - - Aerobic Funk Dance II - - - NLA
A continuation of Aerobic Funk Dance I, or for those students whose background enables them to perform at this level. Prerequisites: 664-12100. 0.5 credit. (IRR)
664-19900 - - - Selected Topics in GIPPE - - - NLA
Topics of current interest to faculty and students. Experimental courses are offered under this course number and title. This course may be repeated for credit for different selected topics. Prerequisites: As appropriate to topics. 0.5-1 credit. (IRR)
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