1 s.h.

1 s.h.

A course designed to instruct beginning-level techniques of canoeing. Students must be able to demonstrate swimming proficiency. Emphasis on paddle strokes, selection and use of equipment, safety, and survival techniques. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

A course designed to instruct individuals in developing strength and cardiovascular fitness through hiking. This course will include five day-long hikes. Course will meet at sites other that the main campus. Transportation will be provided. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

2 s.h.

2 s.h.

This course includes instruction in technique and safe use of a variety of strength training equipment. Individual programs are designed to improve fitness levels. Emphasis on familiarizing students with various systems of training and the benefits of each. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

Instruction in fundamental bowling skills rules etiquette and selection of equipment. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements and pay an additional fee at off-campus site. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

1 s.h.

Beginning-level instruction in fundamental golf skills, rules etiquette, and selection and care of equipment. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements and pay an additional fee at off-campus site. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

A beginning-level course designed to instruct the individual in traditional techniques of cross-country skiing. Emphasis on selection of equipment, technique, safety and fundamentals of travel on a variety of terrain. Planning and safety on trips are discussed and implemented on trails within the Adirondack Park. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

A fitness course designed to improve cardio-respiratory function, muscle tone, strength and flexibility. It emphasizes low-impact activities. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

A high-intensity activity course to promote cardio-respiratory fitness using low-impact steps techniques. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

An introduction to the skills, rules and strategies involved in the game of volleyball. A progression begins with basic drills and continues through intermediate play. Special emphasis on volleyball as a recreational activity. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

An introduction to the skills, rules and strategies of soccer. A progression begins with basic drills and continues through intermediate play. Play includes both full field and the indoor game. The course is designed for all levels of ability. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

1 s.h.

An introduction to the skills, rules and strategies of basketball. Both individual and team skills are emphasized through a variety of drills and game situations. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

1 s.h.

Open to non-swimmers or those with marginal skills. The course focuses on buoyancy, breath control, the introduction of swimming strokes, water games and activities. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

Open to all students who possess moderate swimming skills. The course focuses on stroke refinement, beginning diving, forms of rescue, water games and activities. Hours of class per week: 2.
 

Open to all students with advanced swimming skills. The course focuses on the duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard, rescue techniques, emergency care and management skills. Hours of class per week: 3.
 

PE 147 Water Aerobics

1 s.h.

A course to help develop the various components of fitness (cardiovascular endurance, strength and felxibility) in a comfortable setting and provide a relatively safe environment for injury-free exercise participation. Available to swimmers and non-swimmers. Hours of class per week: 3.

An introduction to basic skills, rules and strategies in racquetball, tennis and badminton. Emphasis on improving skill level and progression to game play. Hours of class per week: 2.

The course takes advantage of the College's location near Adirondack lakes. Some time spent in classroom discussing development and theory of ice fishing and use of equipment. Talks by local conservation officials. Visit to local hatchery. Much time spent ice fishing on Sacandaga and other lakes of the region. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements. NYS Fishing License required. Hours of class per week: 3.
 

FA 3 s.h.

The course provides an historical background and understanding of health, physical education, and recreation. Experiences in classroom observations, athletics, supervised teaching and administration is interspersed with lectures. Individual objectives and qualifications are reviewed, as are opportunities in the profession. Course meets at sites other than main campus. Students make their own transportation arrangements. Hours of class per week: 3.
 

The course emphasizes the scientific and clinical foundations of athletic training and sports medicine. It focuses on athletic injury prevention, recognition and initial care, along with laboratory time for practice of taping and wrapping techniques. Not credited toward Physical Education activity course requirement. Prerequisite: HE 136. Hours of class per week: 3.
 

Philosophy and instructional techniques in Aquatics for Physical Education Majors. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 1.

Philosophy and instructional techniques in Soccer for Physical Education Majors. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 1.
 

Philosophy and instructional techniques in Basketball for Physical Education majors. Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 1.
 

Philosophy and instructional techniques in Racket Activities for Physical Education majors in one of the lifetime sports areas: Racquet Activities (Tennis & Racquetball). Hours of class per week: 2. Hours of lab per week: 1.