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Lower Division Courses

 

ES 1- 15A – Introduction to Yoga: 

Introduction to Yoga principles, techniques and poses that address physical and emotional wellbeing will be presented.

ES 1- 15B – Intermediate Yoga: 

Presentation and practice of a variety of yoga techniques (yoga flow, yoga sculpt) addressing muscular strength, core conditioning and flexibility.

ES 1- 15C – Advanced Yoga:

An advanced level course including a variety of yoga techniques. Advanced poses are introduced to challenge balance, core strength, and flexibility.

 

ES 1- 17 – Introduction to Capoeira - Brazilian Martial Art:

An introduction to the Afro-Brazilian martial art that presents elements of self-defense, acrobatics, music, dance and ritual. Students will improve their body's physical strength, power, and flexibility, as well as their mind's concentration, self-confidence, courage and creativity. 

 

ESS 2- Substance Abuse:

Introduces the most widely used abusive drugs: alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, hallucinogens, stimulants and performance enhancing substances. Theories of addiction, pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics are also explored.

 

ESS 3- Nutrition/Health:

An examination of the interdependent relationships between diet, health, and disease. Basic nutrition principles, food selection, proper diet, and lifetime health habits are emphasized.

 

ESS 4A- Life Fitness:

A progressive series of classes designed to provide a basic understanding of health and fitness. Theoretical frameworks and fitness related activities are pursued at each course level.

ESS 9- Principles of Health Promotion:

Examines lifestyle factors and influences which decrease the possibility of premature disease and death and promote a longer and healthier life. Emphasis is placed on understanding the practices which have the most profound impact on health.

 

ESS 96- Fieldwork in Exercise Science, Physical Education and Sport:

Designed to provide students with the opportunity to obtain practical experience in the field. Fieldwork may be completed in public or private agencies whose focus in exercise science, physical education or sport.

 

ESS 98- Readings: Exercise Science, Physical Education, and Sport:

Critical review and discussion of selected subjects within exercise science, physical education, and sport.