MVMT

CHIN 2080 or MVMT 2080 Intro to Zen meditation

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MVMT

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

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MVMT

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

2 hours lecture and practice; 2 credits Introduction to the ancient Chinese practice of Tai Chi, often described as “meditation in motion.” Tai Chi promotes mental, emotional and physical wellbeing through gentle, flowing movements; it is known for its potential benefits in stress reduction, balance, and coordination improvement. No prior experience in martial arts is required. Regular practice outside of class is encouraged. Taught in English. (This course is the same as CHIN 1910.)

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MVMT

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

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CHIN 1910

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours; 3 credits This course explores a wide range of dance and movement practices that foster the mind-body connection as a dynamic, interconnected system in the service of well-being, agency, a social engagement. Introduces a wide range of movement practices including Continuum Movement, Mindfulness Meditation, Laban Movement Analysis, Body-Mind Centering, Authentic Movement, 5 Rhythms/Ecstatic Dance, and Vinyasa Yoga. Practices explore the intersections of anatomy, human developmental movement patterns, habit forming and re- patterning of movement as adults, the embodied mind, and the interconnectivity of our bodies, minds, communities and environment. Connects embodied practices with cultural expressions, community engagement, and activism. The following inactive course(s) will only be offered if ther

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours; 3 credits Zen or Chan meditation is a practice deeply rooted in Buddhist psychology, offering an experiential study of the self. This course lays the groundwork for Chan meditation or “zuochan” (zazen, sitting meditation), introducing fundamental breathing techniques and other exercises such as qigong and Tai-chi guidance. Students will also explore the “gong’an study” (or koan study), learning how to integrate Zen meditation into their daily routines. The course places a strong emphasis on experiential learning, integrating a variety of in-class exercises with home-based practice. (This course is the same as CHIN 2080.)

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

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CHIN 2080

3 hours; 3 credits Hands-on writing, Chinese characters/ideograms, formation and composition of Chinese characters, history of Chinese calligraphy, and evolution of styles and characters, classical literati culture and aesthetic tradition, metaphysics of qi, mindfulness practice, and importance of Chinese calligraphy in Chinese culture, and relevance to contemporary daily life. Reading materials will be in English. The course will be taught in English. (This course is the same as CHIN 1111.) MVMT *+2500 Personal Fitness, Health & Wellness 3 hours; 3 credits This course is designed to educate students about various aspects of personal fitness, health, and wellness. Topics will include health and skill related fitness concepts and activities; components of wellness; goal setting, decision making and self- assessment regarding personal health habits; health risk factors and behavior change; injury prevention and safety. The course will provide students with information needed to lead a healthier life going forward. Secondary Education 495

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MVMT

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

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CHIN 1111

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours, 3 credits Introduces students to foundations of meditation. Provides an opportunity to understand the philosophical, neurochemical and practical aspects of meditation, including its origins and every day uses and benefits. Topics covered include development of concentration, breathing techniques, compassion practice and self-understanding. Types may include mindfulness, mantra, Zen, transcendental and yoga meditation. The emphasis will be on learning through experience, both with in-class exercises and home practice.

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours, 3 credits This intermediate level class is designed for students with previous yoga experience with Hatha yoga asanas and pranayama, The history of yoga, chakras, meditation, shatkarma and vinyasa. Yoga systems considered may include Hatha, Ashtanga, Mantra, Laya and Tantra. The emphasis will be on learning through experience, both with in-class exercises and home practice. Students enrolling in SEED 2502 should have, at minimum, beginner level experience with yoga practices. Course may be taken up to two times for credit with permission of the department.

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MVMT

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours; 3 credits This course introduces students to artmaking through the lens of contemplative inquiry. With a focus on the direct experience of artmaking, students will critically examine contemplative approaches in the arts, while simultaneously developing and reflecting on their own practice. Students will engage in a wide- ranging exploration of Artmaking at the intersection of art and science, and the kind of knowledge generated in the process of completion through artmaking.. Will include beholding sessions in Brooklyn College art gallery spaces, weekly journaling, hands-on knitting, and visits from guest artists with an inward- focused practice. Focus of course will be on particular modes of artmaking such as knitting, painting, photography, and/or sketching,

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027

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www.brooklyn.edu

Yogic and Indigenous Practices 3 hours; 3 credits This course introduces students to breath-centered and embodied movement practices drawn from yogic and Indigenous traditions that explore relationships between breath, movement, energy, and awareness. Through experiential exercises, reflective observation, and academic discussion, students examine how different cultural knowledge systems understand the circulation of energy within the body and between individuals and their environments. Students engage in practices such as breath awareness, grounding exercises, kriya techniques, and contemplative movement while examining historical and contemporary perspectives on subtle energy systems including prana, qi, and relational energetic fields. The course also explores the roles of attention, intention, grounding, and energetic boundaries in embodied practice. Attention is given to ethical engagement with

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MVMT

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

3 hours; 3 credits Focus on the Zen or Chan meditation school that are developed in China, Japan and North America. Students will practice “koan study,” a three-pronged quest and investigation—spiritually, psychologically, and ecologically—into one’s own self-identity, consciousness, and its relationship with the external world. The emphasis will be on learning through experience, both with in- class exercises and home practice. This is a course for students already familiar with Zen meditation and the foundations of meditation and the basic techniques. (This course is the same as CHIN 3080.)

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MVMT

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course

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2026-2027-undergraduate

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www.brooklyn.edu

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CHIN 3080