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| Kinesiology LPC |
| KIN 6 | Personal Trainer | 3.50 Units | ||
| This course emphasizes the theoretical and hands on skills required of personal trainers, coaches and fitness professionals. This course will bridge the gap between exercise science, kinesiology and practical hands-on learning by integrating the latest in scientific and physiologically based research. This class will have lectures, labs, group work/discussions and assignments. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 14 | Responding to Emergencies: | 3.00 Units | ||
| This course involves the theory and detailed demonstration of the first aid care of the injured. The student will learn to assess a victim's condition and incorporate proper treatment. Standard first aid, CPR, and AED certification(s) will be granted upon successful completion of requirements. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 16 | The Successful Student Athlete | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course is designed to assist the student-athlete in developing realistic expectations and goals of college, explore academic programs, and understand what is necessary to succeed in college while competing in an intercollegiate sport. This course will also discuss the probability of becoming a professional athlete and life after athletics. The rules and regulations of the California Community College Athletic Association (CCCAA), National Intercollegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) will be defined and explored to bring awareness to the student-athlete regarding eligibility and transferring to a four-year institution. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 17 | Intro AthleticTraining & Medi. | 4.00 Units | ||
| Basic taping skills, introduction to modality usage, and basic rehabilitation principles of athletic training. Designed to be preparatory for further education and a career in Athletic Training and or other Sports Medicine related fields. May include work with intercollegiate sports programs. Legal and ethical issues, professionalism, organization and administration of a sports medicine facility. This course is focused on preparing those interested in becoming Athletic Trainers and Coaches. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 18A | Athletic Training Practicum 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Designed to provide clinical experience for students interested in sports-related injury care and prevention. Organization of a clinical facility and management of game day operations. Experiences will include taping for prevention of injury, use of modalities for the treatment and/or rehabilitation of injuries, stretching techniques, identify and manage emergency situations. Prerequisite: KIN 17 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 18B | Athletic Training Practicum 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will introduce student-athletes to injury evaluation, methods of diagnosis and rehabilitation. The student will help make return to play decisions [after injury or illness] based on the knowledge they have learned in their coursework. Students will develop and administer conditioning programs to LPC student-athletes with the guidance of the Certified Athletic Trainer. Prerequisite: KIN 18A with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 19 | Care & Prevention of Injuries | 3.00 Units | ||
| This course provides an introduction to the principles and scientific foundations of athletic training. Examination in the techniques used in the prevention of athletic injuries, including taping, bandaging, and strapping along with how to recognize and evaluate basic signs and symptoms associated with common injuries. Establishing a plan of care that includes rehabilitative exercise will also be studied. Legal and ethical issues, professionalism, organization and administration of a sports medicine facility. This course is focused on preparing those interested in becoming Athletic Trainers and Coaches. Prerequisite: KIN 17 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 24 | Sport Psychology | 3.00 Units | ||
| A formal introduction to the study of sport psychology focusing upon both the psychological factors that influence participation in sport and exercise and the psychological effects derived from that participation. Emphasis on understanding the psychological processes involved in human performance, models of intervention that can enhance and improve learning and performance conditions, and the strategies which can elicit and influence favorable psychological perceptions and outcomes. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 29A | Independent Study-Intercol.Ath | .50 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Supervised study in the area of Intercollegiate Athletics. Any student interested in registering for an Independent Studies course should contact a full/part-time instructor or dean in the appropriate area. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 30 | Introduction to Kinesiology | 3.00 Units | ||
| This class is designed to introduce the student to Kinesiology - the science of human movement (and of humans moving). Concepts in the various subfields of Kinesiology are examined and career opportunities in the field of Kinesiology are explored. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of Kinesiology, the field will be covered from a humanities, social science, and life science perspective. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 32A | FalI Intercolleg. Mens BBall | 3.00 Units | ||
| Basketball training for intercollegiate competition. Daily practice for advanced skill development will occur. Fall semester. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 32B | Spring Intercoll. Men's BBall | 3.00 Units | ||
| Basketball training for intercollegiate competition. Daily practice for advanced skill learning will occur. Spring semester. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 32C | Off Season Inter. Men's BSKTBL | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will practice the skills of passing, dribbling, shooting, cutting, screening, and defensive fundamentals that are necessary for competitive basketball play. Students will learn the governing rules of basketball, the appropriate terminology used in basketball, and the safety procedures related to the game. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 38A | Preseason Interc. Mens Soccer | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will work on advanced skills of soccer, such as, kicking, passing, trapping, heading and physical conditioning which are needed for controlled outdoor higher levels of soccer play, discuss and employ basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics; use and apply the rules governing outdoor soccer play. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 38B | Intercollegiate Mens Soccer | 3.00 Units | ||
| Training for intercollegiate competition at collegiate level. Practice will take place which will include training students to perform at the college competitive level for the Coast Conference Soccer League of Northern California. Prepares the individual for intercollegiate competition in the sport of soccer using such skills as passing, receiving and heading as well as offensive and defensive strategies. Students must meet California Community College eligibility requirements as established by the California Commission on Athletics. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN 38A with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 38C | Post Season Inter.Mens Soccer | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will learn and develop the advanced outdoor soccer skills of kicking, passing and conditioning necessary for playing field soccer at an intercollegiate level. Students will learn the rules governing outdoor soccer play. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 40A | Pre-Season Womens Volleyball | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Preseason preparation for intercollegiate competition in the sport of women's volleyball. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 40B | In Season Womens Volleyball | 1.00 to 3.00 Units | ||
| Intercollegiate competition in the sport of women's volleyball. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN 40A with a minimum grade of C and/ or Ability to demonstrate the following skills: bump, set, spike, serve. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 40C | Off Season Womens Volleyball | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Designed to provide a physical, mental, nutritional and instructional conditioning program for the student preparing for and/or interested in being evaluated for the intercollegiate sport of women's volleyball. Strongly Recommended: KIN 40B with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 41A | Pre-Season Womens Basketball | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| PRE-SEASON CONDITIONING FOR INTERCOLLEGIATE BASKETBALL (WOMEN) This course is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to develop the skills and physical conditioning, along with the understanding of basketball at the of basketball at the advanced level in preparation for intercollegiate competition . Skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, defensive and offensive strategies will be presented and practiced. Team play and sportsmanship are important priorities that are emphasized in this class. Fall semester. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 41B | Fall Interc. Basketball-Women | 1.50 Units | ||
| Training for intercollegiate competition. Daily practice. Fall Semester | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 41C | Spring Interc.Basketball-Women | 1.50 Units | ||
| Training for intercollegiate competition. Daily practice. Spring semester. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 41D | Off Season Womens Basketball | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will practice the skills of dribbling, passing, shooting and defense necessary for competitive basketball play; put into practice the governing rules of basketball; learn about the appropriate terminology used in basketball and the safety procedures related to the game. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 48A | Pre-Season Womens Soccer | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will practice the skills of kicking, passing, trapping and heading necessary for controlled outdoor soccer play; discuss and employ basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics; put into practice the rules governing outdoor soccer play. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 48B | Intercollegiate Womens Soccer | 3.00 Units | ||
| Instruction and intercollegiate competition is offered in this sport to those students who are selected, based on tryouts, prior to the start of the sport season. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN 48A with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 48C | Off Season Womens Soccer | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| Students will practice the skills of kicking, passing, trapping and heading necessary for controlled outdoor soccer play; put into practice the rules governing outdoor soccer play; learn about the appropriate terminology used in soccer and the safety procedures related to the soccer game. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 50A | Pre-Season Intercoll. Swimming | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| This course is designed to give student-athletes participating in intercollegiate swimming and diving the opportunity to enhance fitness levels and skills prior to competition season. Course content will include technique, aerobic conditioning, race specific training, and dryland/weight training. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SW3 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 50B | Intercoll. Swimming & Diving | 3.00 Units | ||
| This course is for intercollegiate swimming and diving competition conducted through the NCAA and the CCCAA. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SW3 and KIN SWF1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 60 | Intercolleg. Water Polo- Mens | 3.00 Units | ||
| This course is for Intercollegiate Men's Water Polo competition conducted through the NCAA and CCCAA. Defensive and offensive strategies, swimming mechanics, and water polo ball skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition will be expected of the participants. This course may be taken four times for credit. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SW3 and KIN WP1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 61 | Water Polo Off Season Training | .50 to 2.00 Units | ||
| This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn and apply specific conditioning skills relating to the game of Water Polo. Instruction will focus on speed, quickness, strength, and cardiovascular conditioning in the pool as they relate to the play of Water Polo. Concepts of dryland training and periodization will be discussed. Strongly Recommended: KIN WP1 and KIN SW2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 61B | Off Season Intercol.Water Polo | .50 to 2.00 Units | ||
| This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn and apply specific conditioning skills relating to the game of Water Polo. Instruction will focus on speed, quickness, strength, and cardiovascular conditioning in the pool as they relate to the play of Water Polo. Concepts of dryland training and periodization will be discussed. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN WP1 and KIN SW2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN 65 | Intercoll. Water Polo- Womens | 3.00 Units | ||
| This course is for Intercollegiate Women's Water Polo competition conducted through the NCAA and CCCAA. Defensive and offensive strategies, swimming mechanics, and water polo ball skills appropriate to intercollegiate athletic competition will be expected of the participants. This course may be taken four times for credit. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SW3 and KIN WP1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN AR1 | Archery 1 - Beginning Archery | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Covers the fundamental techniques of archery, terminology, accessories, and history of the sport. Students will acquire knowledge in the safe use and proper care of equipment, along with range safety. Practice and class competitions are provided to enhance skill development. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BD1 | Badminton 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Introduction to the fundamental techniques of badminton (for example, the forehand and backhand serve, service return, and lob shots). Course will also include grip, footwork, rules, equipment and court dimensions. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BD2 | Badminton 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| The techniques of badminton for the intermediate player will be reviewed and performed. This course will also incorporate match analysis for singles and doubles play. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN BD1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BD3 | Badminton 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Badminton strategy for singles and doubles play. The body's physiological responses to singles and doubles play will be examined. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN BD2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BL1 | Bowling 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course is designed to give the student the opportunity to learn the basic skills, terminology, and etiquette of bowling and be able to participate in a league type bowling program using off-campus bowling centers. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BL2 | Bowling 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course teaches the fundamental skills of bowling with emphasis on form, terminology and scoring. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required. To be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN BL1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BL3 | Bowling 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course teaches intermediate skills of bowling with emphasis on etiquette, terminology and equipment. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required. To be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN BL2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN BL4 | Bowling 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course teaches advanced skills of bowling with emphasis on form, rules , and etiquette. The student will have the opportunity for class competition. The class will be conducted at an off campus bowling establishment. Facility use fee required. To be paid throughout the semester at the facility. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN BL3 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN FJW1 | Fitness Jog Walk 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course is an introduction to a cardiovascular activity that will benefit anyone, regardless of age or fitness level. Individualized walking programs are designed to promote general overall fitness. Jogging and walking capabilities will be enhanced as a result of the exercise undertaken and the cardiovascular training related assignments. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN FJW2 | Fitness Jog Walk 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is a progressive continuation course to Fitness Jog Walk 1. Biomechanical analysis and fundamental principles of training for this activity will be reviewed. Basic exercise physiology will be discussed. The student will be given training regimens to increase their pace, speed, distance and endurance for middle distances (e.g 5K - 10K). Nutritional requirements and dietary advice will be presented. Student training logs will be employed to document performance. Pre and post walk/jog assessments will be conducted to establish a baseline of conditioning and illustrate performance levels. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN FJW1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GBW1 | Guts and Butts Workout 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will focus on improving muscle strength and endurance of the abdominals, gluteals, quadriceps, and hamstrings. Functional exercises such as squats, lunges and planks will be utilized. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GBW2 | Guts and Butts Workout 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will focus on strengthening the core and glute muscles. Students will learn how to use equipment such as steps, TRX, swiss balls, and dumbbells to increase exercise intensity. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN GBW1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GF1 | Golf 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an introductory course to the sport of golf. The course will include the rules, regulations and etiquette of golf, the fundamental swing skills for the long and short game and appropriate club selection. Beg-Intermediate and Intermediate players can benefit from the basic instruction to improve their skill set through the art of practice on the range. The course will be offered at a local golf range and student will be charged a minimal fee for bucket of balls to be used. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GF2 | Golf 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| For students who possess the rudimentary skills of golf and aim to improve those abilities. Students will hone their putting, short game, mid-long iron play and driving capabilities. The course is offered at a local driving range who will charge a minimal fee for practice balls. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN GF1 with a minimum grade of C. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GF3 | Golf 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Advanced technical aspects of golf match play will be included. Additionally, psychological skills for the elite golfer will be incorporated including visualization, pre-shot routines, relaxation methods and self-talk strategies. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN GF2 with a minimum grade of C. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GF4 | Golf 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will provide elite golfers with a detailed technical appreciation of the game. Furthermore, a psychological analysis of self-efficacy, arousal regulation, concentration and focus will be applied to golf. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN PF | Personal Fitness | 1.00 Unit | ||
| An independent, self paced, personal activity program planned and implemented in conjunction with student goals. Based on goals and results of a fitness assessment and health risk appraisal, an individualized program is developed through personal counseling. Programs can include a physical assessment profile, a health risk appraisal, an individualized exercise/activity program, health/wellness education, and behavior modification. Students' fitness will be tested at the beginning and at the beginning and at the end of the semester to determine if the student achieved their goals. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN PL1 | Pilates 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course is an introduction to the Pilates Method of body conditioning. This course presents a system that helps build flexibility and long lean muscles as well as strength and endurance in the legs, abdominals, arms, hips and back. Strong emphasis is placed on spinal and pelvic alignment. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN PL2 | Pilates 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This Kinesiology course is continued study of the Pilates Method. The student will learn the principle of neutral spine, how to use Pilates props to provide variation and increased difficulty, and create level 2 exercise routines to enhance overall fitness. The concept of "complete coordination of the body, mind and spirit" will be experienced. Strongly recommended: KIN PL1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SI1 | Soccer - Indoor 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Students will practice the skills of kicking, passing, trapping and heading necessary for controlled indoor soccer play. Students will discuss and employ basic offensive and defensive strategies and tactics; and put into practice the rules governing soccer. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SI2 | Soccer - Indoor 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| A second semester course for outdoor soccer. This course will focus on the defensive and offensive tactics of the sport. Students will use the skills covered in Indoor Soccer 1 (SI1) while participating in both small sided and full sided play. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SI1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SO1 | Soccer - Outdoor 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will teach students the rules of soccer and the fundamental skills of soccer including passing, receiving, shooting, and dribbling. Students will participate in both small-sided and full-sided play. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SO2 | Soccer - Outdoor 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| A second semester course for outdoor soccer. This course will focus on the defensive and offensive tactics of the sport. Students will use the skills covered in Soccer - Outdoor 1 (SO1) while participating in both small sided and full sided play. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SO1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SWF1 | Swimming for Fitness 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course is designed to introduce students to conditioning for swimming. This is a broad level course that will utilize a variety of strokes to increase cardiovascular fitness, as well as introduce the students to different training methodologies. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SW2 | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SWF2 | Swimming for Fitness 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in sprint training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of sprint training as they relate to different distances (50 and 100 yards/meters). Instruction will also include sprint training for each of the competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SWF1, KIN SW3 | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SWF3 | Swimming for Fitness 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in middle distance training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of middle distance training for freestyle as they relate to specific race distances: 200, 400, and 500. Instruction will also focus on the 200 & 400 Individual Medley and the 200's of the strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SWF1 and KIN SW3 | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN SWF4 | Swimming for Fitness 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in distance training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of distance training for freestyle as they relate to specific race distances: 800/1500 meters and 1000/1650 yards. Instruction will also include an introduction to open water swimming techniques and strategies. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN SWF1 and KIN SW3 | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN VB1 | Volleyball Beginning | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Provides instruction on the individual and team skills and strategies of volleyball. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN VB2 | Volleyball Intermediate | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is a course designed and developed for the intermediate level volleyball player. It is a continuation of beginning volleyball with an emphasis in executing the fundamental skills and techniques of power volleyball at a higher level. This course differs from beginning volleyball in that set patterns and systems of offense and defense are used in a team strategy. BEFORE ENROLLING student should have proficiency in the skills of passing and setting. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN VB1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN VB3 | Volleyball Advanced | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Advanced techniques of volleyball with emphasis on competitive play. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN VB2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN WT1 | Weight Training 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course provides an introduction to weight training. Students will learn how to improve muscle strength and muscle endurance through the correct application of basic weight training principles. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN WT2 | Weight Training 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Weight Training 2 is a continuation course to the Basic course WTW1. The Principles of Training, Level 2 terminology and weight training biomechanics will be presented. Level 2 programs and possible variations will be applied in the prescription of the personal weight training program. The course will incorporate lectures on possible injuries and prevention in a more advanced weight training setting. Implementation of goal setting, tracking, analyzing, progressing individual programs will be included. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN WT1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN WTW1 | Womens Weight Training 1 | 1.00 to 2.00 Units | ||
| This specialized course will provide an orientation to the basic weight training machines available in gyms/clubs and proper gym etiquette, a study of the basic musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology of the female body, present the fundamental tenets of weight training, discuss how to maintain healthy body composition, and information on designing a weight training program to achieve attainable personal goals. Pre/Post Fitness Assessments will be conducted to establish a baseline of fitness and a measuring instrument for improvement toward weight training goals. Through proper education and implementation of sound weight training principles, the female student will be able to maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout various stages of life. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN WTW2 | Womens Weight Training 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| Women's Weight Training 2 is a continuation course to Women's Weight Training 1. Students will increase muscular strength and/or muscular endurance using weight machines, free weights, and body weight exercises. Implementation of program design and goal setting will be included. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN WTW1 with a minimum grade of C. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN YO1 | Yoga 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an introductory course exploring the principles of Hatha Yoga and how they apply to achieving lifetime fitness. Emphasis is on developing awareness of body alignment, balance, and flexibility through a series of exercises and poses. Breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation techniques are learned and practiced throughout the course. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN YO2 | Yoga 2 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an intermediate Hatha Yoga course that emphasizes intense stretching, balancing, and building of muscular strength. A series of poses and breathing techniques will be practiced in order to create a more strenuous yoga experience. Emphasis will be on the principles of healthy living, along with proper posture, relaxation and meditation techniques. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN YO1 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN YO3 | Yoga 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is an intermediate/advanced Hatha Yoga course that introduces the student to a variety of Yoga styles and meditation practices. Gentle, Restorative, and Vinyasa Yoga along with various meditation techniques will be practiced, improving concentration, physical endurance, flexibility, balance, and posture. The course integrates intermediate breathing techniques to deepen the level of introspection in both poses and meditation. Basic Sanskrit terminology will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on mindfulness and strengthening the mind/body connection. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN YO1 and KIN YO2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN YO4 | Yoga 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course introduces the student to the advanced practice of Yoga and meditation. Students learn the practice of vigorous Vinyasa flow to improve concentration, physical endurance, flexibility, balance and posture. This course integrates Yoga philosophy and advanced breathing techniques to deepen the mind/body connection and reduce stress. Prerequisite: KIN YO3 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN FJW3 | Fitness Jog Walk 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is a progressive continuation course to Fitness Jog Walk 2. The course will continue to enhance one's knowledge of using walking/jogging in competition, whether it be cross country events, local race events, fun runs or competitive recreational events. Emphasis will be on speed work, terrain training, endurance development and training for varying outdoor weather conditions. The physiological and psychological aspects of competitive activity is presented. Training regimens and performances will be documented in logs for assessment and training adjustments. Nutritional and treatment of typical chronic orthopedic injuries will be discussed. Extracurricular and off campus events will be encouraged. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN FJW2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN FJW4 | Fitness Jog Walk 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This is a progressive continuation course to Fitness Jog Walk 3. This course focuses on walking and/or jogging to enhance one's cardiovascular fitness, body composition, and overall general health. This course is ideal for the general population to begin or continue a lifetime of exercise. Walking/Jogging techniques, training intensity assessment, methods for improvement and personal programs will be provided during the course. With consistent practice and implementing sound fitness principles provided by this course, one will benefit from participation. Proper jog/walk technique, progressive training programs, nutrition, hydration, and injury prevention will be addressed. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN FJW3 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GBW3 | Guts and Butts Workout 3 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will teach intermediate/advanced strength training and cardiovascular fitness. Student will learn how to use progressive overload to improve strength in all the major muscle groups. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN GBW2 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN GBW4 | Guts and Butts Workout 4 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| This course will teach advanced strength training and cardiovascular fitness, with an emphasis on gluteal and core musculature. Student will learn how to use progressive overload to improve strength in all the major muscle groups. Recommended Course Preparation: KIN GBW2 and KIN GBW3 with a minimum grade of C | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
| KIN PIC1 | Pickleball 1 | 1.00 Unit | ||
| An introduction to the sport of Pickleball, an activity in which participants hit a ball over a net with their racket/ paddle. Players will be introduced to the fundamental rules of Pickleball including; scoring, court dimensions, the non-volley zone and faults. Furthermore, students will be taught basic strokes such as groundstrokes, volleys, dinks, serving as well as warm-up routines. Finally, participants will be taught singles and doubles strategy (e.g. getting to the non-volley line after the return-of- serve) as well as psychological skills to enhance their performance (e.g. apply Albert Bandura?s (1986) Self-Efficacy model to Pickleball). Enrollment Limitation: Participant should be in a healthy physical condition for aerobic exercise. | ||||
| College: Las Positas College | ||||
| Division: PATH | ||||
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