PE185CF
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Hip-Hop Cardio Combo
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This course introduces the student to high-energy, dance- (hip-hop) based
aerobic workout set to hip-hop and dance music. Designed for both the dancer, and the non-dancer alike so no prior dance experience is required.
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PE185CG
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Spinning and Abs
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Spinning offers a unique and fun workout for all people of all ages, at all
levels of fitness. Spinning is a stationary bicycle program primarily aimed
at achieving maximum energy output while simulating riding outdoors. The
philosophy of being mentally and physically fit is the basis of spinning.
Spinning uses proven athletic training principles to create a workout that
is both physically and mentally invigorating and challenging. The class
will also include a focused time to work on increasing muscular
strength and endurance in the lower back and abdominal area.
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Class also entitles student use of the ACT room during regular ACT hours.
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PE185CH
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Beginning Tai Chi
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Tai Chi is a Chinese exercise form with a history dating back thousands
of years. Its graceful movements and slow tempo make it an ideal activity to
improve the mind/body connection, balance, and coordination. This art also has
self-defense applications.
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PE185CR
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Pilates Plus
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Pilates Plus is a new and different way to work with many tools while focusing
on core body strength and gaining better stabilization skills. You will benefit
from having a more balanced body, and appreciating your wonderful mind and body
connection.
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Due to hygiene concerns, students will need to provide their own mats.
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PE185FSW
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Swimming and Basic Water Safety
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- Sp The course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to
improve basic swimming skills and become proficient at the intermediate swimmer
level. In addition, opportunities will be provided for swim conditioning, so the
student's fitness level should improve. The course will also train an
individual to be able to respond in an aquatic emergency - to be able to
perform basic forms of rescue for themselves, as well as others.
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PE185FW
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Beginning Fitness Walking
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This course provides students with quality aerobic workout by using fitness
walking. It provides basic principles that govern aerobic conditioning
programs. The Beginning Fitness Walking course aims to have students develop
positive attitudes and lifestyle habits that support exercise adherence.
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PE185FY
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Intermediate Fitness Walking
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Intermediate Fitness Walking is for individuals who have decided that walking
is going to be their primary means of exercise. This course will help the
individual in setting up and adhering to a walking program for effective
exercise and weight control for a lifetime.
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PE185KA
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Beginning Tae Kwon Do
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Basic instruction in the art of Tae Kwon Do (Korean Karate) as taught by the
World Tae Kwon Do Federation and USAT (United States of America Tae Kwon Do).
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PE185KB
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Intermediate Tae Kwon Do
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This class provides basic knowledge, skills, movements and rules of the
instruction of the art of Tae Kwon Do (Korean Karate) as taught by the World Tae Kwon Do Federation and USTU (United States Tae Kwon Do Union).
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PE185KC
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Advanced Tae Kwon Do
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Advanced instruction in the art of Tae Kwon Do (Korean Karate) as taught by the
World Tae Kwon Do Federation and USAT (United States America Tae Kwon Do).
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PE185KE
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Sport Taekwondo - Olympic Style
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Competition Taekwondo training for all levels using conditioning, drills, and
sparring following Olympic rules and standards.
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PE185KY
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River Kayaking
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- Sp The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the safe and
skilled use of whitewater kayaks. It is designed for students with no previous
whitewater kayaking experience. The course will emphasize safety and basic
paddling skills. Instruction will take place in the aquatic center and in
the river setting.
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PE185MND
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Baseball Conditioning
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Students will review fundamental skills. Advanced techniques will be
introduced. Competitive team play will be provided to increase the student's
skill level.
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PE185OA
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Backpacking
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- Su/F This course provides an exciting introduction to backpacking. Emphasis
is on safety, low impact hiking and camping, map and compass use, and
environmental awareness. Topics include a detailed review of clothing and
equipment needs, map and compass practice, fitness and conditioning, and trip
planning and preparation. An outing will explore our local wilderness.
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PE185OB
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Day Hiking
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- F This course is designed for students interested in learning the
fundamentals of day hiking. Students will have an opportunity to learn about
specialized equipment, clothing, map reading, and resources for gathering
information pertinent to planning a hike. Students will learn about the
essential safety equipment needed in the outdoor environment. Course will
include lecture and weekly outings.
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PE185OD
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Beginning Kayak Touring
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- Su Students will learn about the construction of sea kayaks and how to
choose one that is appropriate for the kayaking they intend to do. Instruction
will concentrate on paddle strokes, elementary navigation skills, chart reading,
wet exits, self-rescue and team rescue in a pool setting. Some time will
also be spent discussing tides and weather patterns around Pacific Northwest
waterways. The emphasis, as in all outdoor skills courses, is on having fun
and making decisions that help us to avoid having to use our well-rehearsed
rescue skills. Instruction will take place in the aquatic center pool and in
the ocean setting.
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PE185OF
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Winter Camping
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- W This course is designed for students interested in learning the basics of
Winter Camping. Students learn about and practice the design/construction
of traditional and modern winter shelters including; igloos, snow caves,
quinzees, snow trenches and protected tents. Students learn how to choose
a shelter that is appropriate for the type of trip and weather conditions they
might pursue. This course also covers the essentials of winter camping
which include: winter trip food selection and preparation, appropriate clothing
selection, winter backcountry hazards, minimum impact techniques, winter
weather patterns of Pacific Northwest and introduction to winter ecology.
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PE185OG
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Backcountry Winter Mountain Travel
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- W This course is designed for students interested in learning the basics of
backcountry winter mountain travel. Students learn about and practice
travel skills using modern snowshoes, backcountry skis or a splitboard. Students
learn how to choose a snowshoe or ski that is appropriate for the type of
trip and snow conditions they might pursue. This course also covers the
essentials of winter day-long outings which include: winter trip preparation,
appropriate clothing selection, winter backcountry hazards including avalanche
avoidance, minimum impact techniques, winter weather patterns of the Pacific
Northwest and introduction to snow morphology.
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PE185OJ
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Mountaineering Fundamentals
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- Sp This course is designed for students interested in learning the basics of
Mountaineering. Students will learn about backcountry group travel in mountain
environments, selection and use of mountaineering equipment, knots, rope
systems and roped travel. Students will also learn about and practice the
design/construction of emergency mountain shelters. This course will also cover
the fundamental skills required for the practice of safe mountaineering in
mountain environments of the Pacific Northwest. This course will build upon the
basic skills gained in Backcountry Winter Travel, Winter Camping and Wilderness
Survival.
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PE185OK
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Mountaineering Field Skills
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- Sp This course is designed for students interested in applying the basic
skills of Mountaineering in an expedition setting. Students learn and
practice backcountry group travel in mountain environments, selection and use of
mountaineering equipment, knots, rope systems and roped travel. Students also
learn about and practice the design/construction of emergency mountain
shelters. This course covers the fundamental skills required for the
practice of safe mountaineering in mountain environments of the Pacific
Northwest. This course builds upon the basic skills gained in
Mountaineering Fundamentals.
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PE185OL
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Progressive Fly Fishing, Level 1
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- Sp This course presents a fun, simple, visual, and hands-on experience
to becoming a worthy fly fisher. This progressive course begins with basics and
progresses through intermediate techniques. Progressive Fly Fishing will
provide the student with the knowledge and skills to enjoy the art and
science of fly fishing.
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PE185OMB
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Mountain Bike Basics
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- Sp This course introduces the fundamentals used in mountain biking. Learning
will focus on basic mountain biking skills, riding techniques, bike maintenance
and repair, safety and conditioning. Practice of learned skills will take
place in several different settings.
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PE185ON
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High Angle Rescue
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- Sp This course is designed to teach basic self-rescue and partner-rescue
techniques for high-angle environments. Instruction will take place on an
indoor climbing wall with additional outdoor field practice. Students will learn
about accident avoidance, assessing critical situations, climb-site evacuations
and rope skills.
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PE185OT
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Snowboard and Ski: Backcountry Safety Skills
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- W/Sp This course is designed for students interested in learning the basics
of backcountry snowboarding and skiing. Students will learn about the
design/construction of backcountry skis, boots and binding, snowshoes and
splitboards, and how to choose an equipment set that is appropriate for the
level and type of riding they intend to do. Instruction will focus on adapting
the basic skills necessary to transfer lift-service skills to backcountry
environments. Reading and employing appropriate approaches for varied terrain
and snow conditions will be included. This course will also cover in-field
application of backcountry travel safety techniques which include winter
trip preparation and avalanche avoidance.
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PE185OY
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Wilderness Orientation
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- F This course introduces students to a variety of Education Outdoors
activities including backpacking, hiking and rock climbing. Emphasis is on
how to use specialized equipment and how to participate in safe and
environmentally sound backcountry expeditions. Wilderness Orientation includes
an opportunity to explore career opportunities and to participate in an outdoor
field experience.
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PE185RK
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Beginning Rock Climbing
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- Su/ F/W/Sp This course is designed to provide an introduction to basic rock
climbing skills and equipment. Climbing will be indoors on an artificial
rockwall. No previous rock climbing experience is necessary.
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PE185RKI
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Intermediate Rock Climbing
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This course is designed for students with previous climbing experience.
Students will have an opportunity to learn intermediate level climbing skills
and equipment management. Climbing will be indoors on artificial rock and in
actual field settings. Prerequisite: PE185RK.
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PE185SB
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Beginning Snowboarding and Skiing
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- W An instructional course in the latest and fastest growing winter sport.
All fundamental skill requirements for safe, enjoyable participation in
snowboarding and skiing will be covered. Students will be schooled in equipment
use and safety, ski tow (loading and unloading) techniques, turning, speed
control and proper stopping.
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PE185SR
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Beginning Surfing
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- Sp This course is designed to introduce the novice to the sport of surfing.
We will explore the history, foundations and culture of surfing as a sport.
Emphasis will be placed on safety. Recognition of weather patterns, tidal
currents, underwater land features and general water safety will be taught.
Students will learn basic paddling and wave-catching techniques.
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PE185WSB
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Softball Conditioning
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This course reviews fundamental skills. Advanced skill techniques and
conditioning drills will be introduced and practiced. Competitive team play will
be provided to increase the students' skill level.
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