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FAW 165 - Tai-chi Chuan

1 Credits, 2 Contact Hours
0 lecture periods 2 lab periods

Fundamentals of T’ai-chi chuan, a form of martial arts. Includes an introduction, principles, T’ai-chi for a healthier lifestyle, solo exercises, self-defense, and personal fitness assessment and activity modifications.

Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of two credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.


Course Learning Outcomes
  1. Demonstrate the essential skills of T’ai’chi chuan with proper technique.
  2. Demonstrate improvement in cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, balance, and/or coordination in the execution of the skills and drills.
  3. Demonstrate the ability to adhere to an exercise program.

Outline:
  1. Introduction
    1. The name
    2. History of T’ai-chi
  2. Principles of T’ai-chi
    1. Relaxation of ch’i
    2. Like a child
  3. T’ai-chi for a Healthier Lifestyle
    1. The three factors
    2. Movement
    3. Slowness
    4. Linkage
    5. Swimming in air
    6. Tranquility
    7. Breathing
  4. Solo Exercises
  5. T’ai-chi for Self-Defense
    1. Pushing-hands practice: the basic movements
    2. Uprooting technique: how to perfect it
    3. Interpreting strength
    4. Self-defense movements
  6. Personal Fitness Assessment and Activity Modifications
    1. Cardiovascular fitness, strength, flexibility, balance, and/or coordination
    2. Techniques to increase or decrease exercise intensity
    3. Personal goal setting
    4. Confidence in performing T’ai-chi chuan


Effective Term:
Fall 2016