FAW 100F1 - Group Fitness Access I

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

Total body conditioning through access to a variety of group fitness courses. Includes personal safety and preparation, fitness assessments and goal setting, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, balance, and mind-body exercise.

Information: Access to two (2) group fitness classes each week. Choose classes in Yoga, Zumba, Strength and Flexibility, Pilates, Kickboxing, Boot Camp, Indoor Cycling, etc. (offerings subject to change). See D2L course homepage or syllabus for days/times of specific group fitness classes. May be taken two times for a maximum of four credit hours. If this course is repeated, see a financial aid or Veteran’s Affairs advisor to determine funding eligibility as appropriate.

1. Demonstrate improvements in cardiovascular fitness, local muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, balance, and/or breath awareness.
2. Demonstrate the ability to adhere to an exercise program.

A.   Assessing health risks

B.   Principles and safety considerations of warming up and cooling down

C.   Proper attire, including footwear for personal safety

II.       Fitness Assessments and Goal Setting

A.   Health related fitness

1.     Cardiovascular endurance

2.     Muscular strength, endurance, and flexibility

3.     Balance and breath awareness

III.      Strength and Conditioning

A.   Weight lifting

B.   Power movements

C.   Dynamic flexibility

D.   Balance and stabilization

F.   Injury prevention

IV.     Reassessment