Lower Division Activity Courses
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Weight training and fitness designed for students with disabilities who wish to increase their fitness levels. Includes programs of physical fitness exercises to develop strength, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory endurance. 1 unit.

Development of physical and mental adjustment to the water. Basic instruction in front crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke, breast and side strokes and survival is stressed. 1 unit.

Development of physical skills involving strokes, turns, safety and survival techniques. 1 unit.

Leads to certification in American Red Cross Emergency Water Safety. Prerequisite: Proficiency in crawl, breast, side and elementary backstroke. 1 unit.

Continuation of KINS 025, using our fleet of C-15s, Laser and Hobie Turbo 14s. Covers rigging, boating safety, sailing, theory and racing tactics. 1 unit.

KINS011. Basic Windsurfing.

Basic personal watercraft safety, operation, and knowledge of California boating laws as it applies to personal watercraft. Additional charge for off-campus services. 1 unit.

Basic instruction using self-contained underwater breathing apparatus. Course to include lecture, pool work, and open water diving in lake and ocean. Prerequisite: Pass swimming ability test, medical exam. 3 units.

Designed for those divers who wish to increase their understanding and enjoyment of safe diving. Emphasis is placed on student participation and practical application of knowledge in open water after a classroom introduction to each selected subject. Provides an opportunity for the diver to gain a variety of safe experiences under controlled conditions. Leads to NAUI certification. Prerequisite: KINS 027 or certification from National Scuba Diving Organization, pass medical examination. 2 units.

Provides student with a wide range of flexibility, strength, muscular endurance and creative cardiovascular endurance (aerobic) exercises that promote physical fitness, positive changes in body composition and stress reduction when performed regularly. 1 unit.

Using the unique buoyancy and resistance properties of water, the course includes aquatic exercises for flexibility, strength, and cardiovascular endurance to promote general fitness, body conditioning, and stress reduction. As the course will take place in shallow water, swimming proficiency is not required. 1 unit.

Designed to encourage self-improvement through posture evaluation, biomechanic analysis of exercises performed and through participation in varied exercise forms. Students will develop a personalized repertoire of strength, suppleness and stamina exercises calculated to improve possible deficiencies in posture or movement to optimize enjoyment of living. 1 unit.

Jogging will expose the student to the fundamentals of jogging/running, its potential physiological and sociological benefits as a lifetime activity, fitness testing and individualized conditioning programs. 1 unit.

Weight training as a lifetime fitness activity; emphasis on total body development through the use of different weight training systems. 1 unit.

Examines the historical, philosophical, psychological and physiological aspects of Tai Chi. Students will be provided the opportunity to experience a wide range of movement patterns that focus on the integration of mind and body. The form and structure of technique as well as breathing exercises will be included. 1 unit.

Explores the ancient traditions of Tai Chi in a much greater depth. Asks the student to physically experience the discipline and structure of Tai Chi to enhance his/her understanding of the next level of training. Prerequisite: KINS 031 or prior experience in Tai Chi. 1 unit.

Primary emphasis on throwing, blocking, punching and kicking. The philosophy of Truism and Confucianism is explored. 1 unit.

Extension of the beginning Tae Kwon Do class. Students will be taught the importance of traditions in Tae Kwon Do training. Emphasis will be on intermediate skills of performance, including transition to dynamic movement through patterns and forms. An extended knowledge of the philosophical aspects of Tae Kwon Do, including the influence of the Asian culture, will be explored. The class will include mental and physical exercises geared towards self defense. Prerequisite: KINS 034 or equivalent, or instructor permission. 1 unit.

Instruction in beginning judo tactics including throws and falls, conditioning, and protective devices for self-defense. 1 unit.

Examines the historical, philosophical, and physical aspects of Uechi-Ryu Karate. Students will be asked to learn the basic techniques and skills used in this Okinawan system as well as to develop and improve in body strength, flexibility and coordination. 1 unit.

Examines the historical, philosophical and physical aspects of Chinese Martial Art systems, wushu. Students will be asked to learn the basic techniques and skills used in a variety of wushu systems, including both northern and southern styles. Students will also be exposed to a variety of ceremonial weapons that are part of Chinese martial art training. Will help students develop and improve in body strength, flexibility, and coordination. 1 unit.

Examination of the historical and physical aspects of Shorin-ryu and Isshin-ryu karate. Students will learn the basic skills used in these Okinawan systems as well as develop and improve in body, strength, flexibility, and coordination. 1 unit.

Introduction to Capoeira, an art form that is indigenous to African-Brazilian culture, including dance, martial arts, and music. Students will learn the basic techniques and skills as well as develop and improve body strength, flexibility, and coordination. Students will examine Capoeira's historical and cultural background. 1 unit.

Prepares women to deal psychologically, sociologically and physically with rape and violent assault. The physical tactics taught are based on the use of hands and feet as weapons. They are simple yet an effective use of one's strength and mental attitude. 1 unit.

Prepares women psychologically, sociologically and physically to deal with an assailant carrying a deadly weapon. An in-depth study of firearms, knives, etc., and fears surrounding these weapons. Physical tactics taught enable the student to disarm the assailant. 1 unit.

Multifaceted conditioning course that utilizes self defense techniques to develop self discipline, confidence and respect for physical capabilities and limitations of others. 1 unit.

Development of proficiency in ballroom dance, including history, vocabulary, ballroom dance etiquette and basic steps for foxtrot, waltz, swing and cha-cha. 1 unit.

Development of proficiency in ballroom dance, including history, vocabulary, ballroom dance etiquette and basic steps for foxtrot, waltz, swing and cha-cha. 1 unit.

Development of intermediate skills in foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha-cha, and basic skills in tango, rumba, samba, and dance routines. 1 unit.

Development of intermediate skills in foxtrot, waltz, swing, cha-cha, and basic skills in tango, rumba, samba, and dance routines. 1 unit.

Development of skill in folk dances from countries of the world, dance vocabulary, interest in these dances for use throughout life. 1 unit.

Development of proficiency in Country Western Dance to include history, vocabulary, etiquette, and basic steps for Country 2-Step, Waltz, West Coast Swing, plus choreographed couple and line dance. 1 unit.

Development of fundamental skills and tactics of the game, knowledge of basic strategy and rules. Emphasis given to individual and team concepts as they relate to performance and competition. 1 unit.

Advancement of basketball skills and strategy. Emphasis is given to individual and team concepts as they relate to performance competition and officiating basketball. 1 unit.

Develop basic skills, basic offensive and defensive systems of team play, basic strategies and rules. Emphasis on team work and developing supportive attitudes and behavior which encourages continued involvement in volleyball as a physical activity. 1 unit.

Refine and improve proficiency in fundamental skills, strategies, multiple offenses and defenses, transitions, interchanges and international rules. Emphasis on teamwork and communication in competition situations which enhances continued involvement in volleyball as a physical activity. 1 unit.

Development of basic skills of ball handling, passing, dribbling, trapping, tackling, individual and team tactics and strategies; rules interpretation and officiating; promotion of bio-psychosocial well being. 1 unit.

Develop fundamental skills, knowledge and techniques necessary to enjoy playing the game of softball as a leisure time activity. Includes the factors that lead to team cohesiveness, a sense of self-worth and psychological preparedness for competition. Emphasizes the inter-relationship of social, psychological and physiological skills required to achieve success in individual and/or team performances. 1 unit.

Development of sufficient basic proficiency in golf to recognize and enjoy it as a lifetime activity; including U.S.G.A. rules, etiquette and the fundamental mechanics involved in the use of irons and woods. 1 unit.

Continued development of the fundamental mechanics involved in the golf swing with emphasis on individual swing analysis and correction; introduction to play on a nine-hole golf course using U.S.G.A. rules and accepted rules of etiquette. 1 unit.

Development toward proficiency in tennis, including basic court skills, knowledge, and elementary strategies. Development of enjoyable and appropriate cooperative and competitive modes of behavior, including etiquette and self-awareness. Attention is given to healthful approaches to vigorous lifetime physical activity. 1 unit.

Development and refinement of skills at the intermediate level in all strokes. Development and refinement of playing techniques and strategies. Learning how to enjoy competitive situations and to relate well to others in competition. Adjustment to stressful competitive conditions and improvement of personal responses under stress. 1 unit.

Designed to develop proficiency at all skill levels of alpine skiing, beginner through expert, while promoting appreciation of the sport as socio cultural phenomena and lifetime pursuits. Sessions will take place at a scheduled Sierra ski area as well as on campus. Additional fee. 1 unit.

Fundamental theory and practice of the game of racquetball including service, receiving the service, back wall play, basic shots, variations, court positioning and general tactics; history rules, and safety precautions. 1 unit.

Involves beginning level skills ranging from forward rolls to handsprings in tumbling and feet bouncing to full twisting movements (without flips) on trampoline. In addition, students learn appropriate flexibility and strength exercises. 1 unit.