PE Department Fitness Component

Course Offerings

AEROBICS

• PREREQUISITE: NONE (9, 10, 11, 12)
  • This class is designed to promote an improved level of fitness and increased knowledge of fitness activities and wellness principles. Activities will include: bench aerobics, dance aerobics, light weight training for toning, circuit training and more. The class will also include information regarding heart rate, ideal body weight, nutrition, and health benefits associated with fitness activities.

LIFETIME SPORTS

• PREREQUISITE: Access to ten-speed bicycle. (10, 11, 12)
  •  The objective of this class is to develop skills in such activities as golf, tennis, bicycling, bowling (students pay for bowling games), badminton, pickleball and ping-pong.

TEAM SPORTS

• PREREQUISITE: NONE (9,10,11,12)
  • The objective of this course is to provide students with an opportunity to participate in a variety of team sport activities such as; football, soccer, volleyball, basketball, and softball to improve individual physical skills and to foster cooperation and respect among classmates. Students will participate in fitness and strength training activites as well.

WALKING

• PREREQUISITE: NONE (9, 10, 11, 12)
  • This course is designed to stress the importance of cardiovascular, muscular, and mental fitness development for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. The course will help students acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary for physical fitness through participation in a carefully monitored walking program. A variety of instructional information and teaching strategies adaptable to classroom use are provided.

WEIGHT TRAINING

• PREREQUISITE: NONE (9, 10, 11, 12)
  •  This class is designed to help students develop muscular strength and endurance. Emphasis is placed on weight lifting, plyometrics, flexibility, endurance, speed, the vertical jump, and agility. Students will work with the teacher to develop an individualized program, enabling them to achieve their desired goals.