Course Description
This course provides students with an overview of individual sports. Students learn about a variety of sports, yet do an in-depth study of running, walking, strength training, yoga, Pilates, dance, and cross-training. Students learn not only the history, rules, and guidelines of each sport, but practice specific skills related to each sport. Students also learn about the components of fitness, FIT principles, benefits of fitness, safety and technique, and good nutrition. Students conduct a pre- and post fitness assessment, as well as participate in weekly physical activity.
Major Concepts
*This course requires additional materials including a Heart Rate Monitor and SPRI Resistance Tubing.
Major Concepts
- Fitness Assessment and Injury Prevention
- Fitness Principles
- Lifetime Sports 1: Walking, Running and Strength Training
- Lifetime Sports 2: Yoga, Pilates and Dance
- Cross-training and Nutrition
- Post Assessment
*This course requires additional materials including a Heart Rate Monitor and SPRI Resistance Tubing.