KIN PE 35B | Intermediate Wushu/Kung Fu1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This is an intermediate level course in traditional Wushu Taolu. Multi-step techniques and jumps are emphasized. Students will learn the traditional Wushu routine (20 forms). Students will work on physical conditioning for Wushu, solo forms (routines), and learn the traditions, etiquette, and history of the martial art. |
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KIN PE 4 | Introduction to Sport Psychology3 unitsTransfer: CSU
This course examines the connection between the mental and physical aspects of competition and ways to enhance or improve performance. Psychological practices such as: stress reduction, goal-oriented imagery and positive visualization will be implemented with physical training methods to improve overall performance. |
KIN PE 41M | Self Defense – Men1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course involves both lecture and physical activity. This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self-defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques, and physical techniques that are effective in self-defense. It also looks at violence in everyday life and how healthy masculinity can address the prevalence of violence, anger management, self-control, and bullying. |
KIN PE 41W | Self Defense – Women1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course provides knowledge of the laws relating to self defense, basics of anatomy as applied to defense techniques, and physical techniques that are effective in self defense. |
KIN PE 43A | Beginning Soccer1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed to introduce students to the basics of soccer and the rules of the game. Students will participate in soccer drills/activities to learn and improve their skills, with an emphasis on the technical side of the game. |
KIN PE 43B | Intermediate Soccer1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed to build on the skills developed in beginning soccer. It will review and improve the basic skills of the sport as well as introduce more technical skills and intricacies of the game. Students will participate in soccer drilling, training and play with an emphasis on the technical side of the game. |
KIN PE 43C | Advanced Soccer1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is a continuation of the introductory soccer course with an emphasis placed on advanced technical skills and an introduction to team tactics and systems of play. |
KIN PE 43D | Competitive Soccer1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course offers competitive soccer for the most advanced students. Students will be able to improve their technical skills as well as improve their team play. Classes will be run similar to team practices with physical training and competitive drilling and play. |
KIN PE 45A | Beginning Softball1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed for individuals who have not played organized softball. Basics for throwing, fielding, hitting, and base running are covered. |
KIN PE 45B | Intermediate Softball1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed to build on skills developed in beginning softball. It will review catching, throwing and hitting as well as introduce basic strategies and intricacies of the sport. Drilling with an emphasis on the technical side of the sport will be emphasized. |
KIN PE 45C | Advanced Softball1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed for individuals with above average skills. Activities are centered around skills learned in KIN PE 45A game situations. |
KIN PE 45D | Competitive Softball1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is for experienced fastpitch softball players. Emphasis will be on individual positions, team play/strategies and situational plays and motor development for the advanced player to prepare for competitive play. |
KIN PE 46 | Performance Cheerleading1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed to develop performance-level cheerleading skills and routines. The course provides a consistent laboratory for the development and enhancement of the skills required to participate in cheerleading. The improvement of cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and flexibility will be necessary for the high performance of cheerleading. Performance, safety, and cooperation will be emphasized in the course. Students will perform at selected athletic events as a team. |
KIN PE 48A | Beginning Swimming1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is for students with limited or no experience in swimming. Instruction begins with floating to freestyle with rhythmic breathing and progresses to back float, and backstroke. Students then will be introduced to the short-axis competitive strokes — butterfly and breast stroke. |
KIN PE 48B | Elementary Swimming1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course is designed for second level swimmers. Concentration is on stroke instruction and conditioning. Swimmers must be able to complete 25 yards of freestyle with side breathing in deep water. |
KIN PE 48C | Intermediate Swimming1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course provides instruction and practice in all swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning. |
KIN PE 48D | Advanced Swimming1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course provides advanced instruction and practice in swimming strokes and competition. Emphasis is placed on performance and conditioning. |
KIN PE 49A | Board Diving1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU This course provides instruction and practice in the mastery of a variety of intricate diving techniques. This course is open to divers of all skill levels from beginning to advanced. |
KIN PE 49C | Skin Diving1 unitTransfer: UC*, CSU
This course covers the basic skills needed to skin dive safely. Emphasis is also placed on conditioning and strokes. |
KIN PE 49D | SCUBA2 unitsTransfer: UC*, CSU
This lecture and lab (pool and field) course explores the conceptual aspects of SCUBA (Self Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus) diving, as well as application and knowledge of techniques required for safe open water dives. After completion of this course, students will receive a NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) open-water diving certificate in preparation for the scientific diving course per AAUS (American Academy of Underwater Sciences) standards. This course partially fulfills the requirements of the aquaculture program and is the first of a series of courses that prepare students for advanced recreational, scientific, and/or professional diving. This course also includes NAUI/DAN (Divers Alert Network) Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro) designed for commercial, professional, aquarium and scientific divers, providing first-aid knowledge and skills specific to these work environments. DFA Pro is comprised of information from the Emergency Oxygen for Scuba Diving Injuries, Neurological Assessment, First Aid for Hazardous Marine Life Injuries and CPR HCP courses. It meets U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines for workplace CPR and first aid. KIN PE 49D is the same course as AQUA 10A. Students may earn credit for one but not both. |
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