Physical Education

Courses

PED 114: Yoga

Class Program
Credits 1

An introduction to the fundamental theories and practices of hatha yoga with emphasis on yoga asanas (physical postures). Asanas help improve an individual’s overall postural alignment and allow the body and all its systems to function more efficiently and become more resilient. The practice of yoga offers lifelong tools to increase self-awareness, strength, flexibility, endurance, and balance within the body all while reducing stress and increasing kinesthetic intelligence.

PED 120: Tai Chi Chih

Class Program
Credits 1

Anintroductionto boththe theory and practice of tai chi chih. Tai chi chih is a non-competitive, non-martial arts form of movement that promotes physical strength and balance, and at the same time enhances focus, concentration, and emotional wellness. It is also an excellent program for relieving stress. It is appropriate for all ages and abilities and can be easily adapted for those with physical disabilities or limitations.

PED 121: Paddling

Class Program
Credits 1

This course teaches the different modes of paddling including canoeing, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding. It will focus on appropriate gear, trip planning, risk management, and logistics. Students will achieve basic competence in paddling skills. Preference will be given to students who have declared a concentration in Outdoor Leadership. (Same as OLP 122)

PED 122: Fundamentals of Dance

Class Program
Credits 1

Students learn form, position, muscle control, flexibility, and the basic movements to bring them to a level that will enable them to enjoy and develop a love for the art of dance. (Same as THE 122)

PED 124: The Biggest Winner

Class Program
Credits 0

This course will prepare the student, with a BMI greater that 25, to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight for life. The class explores sound nutrition, weight management principles, and the identification and use of appropriate weight management tools. Weekly weigh-ins will be required. The class may be repeated, as needed, to reach optimal BMI.

PED 126: Backpacking

Class Program
Credits 1

An introduction to the basics of backpacking that focuses on appropriate gear, trip planning and logistics, course materials, and competence in basic backpacking skills.

PED 215: Advanced Scottish Highland Dance

Class Program
Credits 1

A continuation of principles taught in PED 122, giving the student an in-depth view of a variety of dance forms such as ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, and musical theatre while fine tuning the body, building cardiovascular health, and giving each participant a sense of well being.

Prerequisite Courses

PED 282: Topics in Dance

Class Program
Credits 1

A continuation of principles taught in PED 122, giving the student an in-depth view of a variety of dance forms such as ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, modern, and musical theatre while fine tuning the body, building cardiovascular health, and giving each participant a sense of well being. (Same as THE 282)

Prerequisites

THE 122 or PED 122 or permission of instructor.