Introduction to basic knowledge and skills. Emphasis is on team strategy, body mechanics, relaxation, and social interaction.
- Subject
- PE
- Credits (min)
- 1
- Credits (max)
- 1
- Type
- course
- Edition
- 2025-2026
- Source
- www.bennett.edu
11 courses with the subject PE, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Introduction to basic knowledge and skills. Emphasis is on team strategy, body mechanics, relaxation, and social interaction.
Experience in developing knowledge and skills in playing volleyball. Attention is given to refining personal skills and becoming knowledgeable about recreational aspects.
Basic principles for developing fitness are presented. Individual fitness levels are evaluated, and individual programs are developed. 167
Strokes, rules, and strategies essential for beginners in singles and doubles play are included. Development of control and consistency in the execution of forehand and backhand drives and the flat serve are stressed.
Students in this class will learn the fundamentals of Hatha Yoga. They will be introduced to various yoga postures (asanas in Sanskrit), conscious breathing (pranayama), and the concept of mindfulness. Throughout the semester, they will improve their flexibility, physical strength, balance, and concentration skills. Additionally, they will be introduced to a brief history of yoga from its beginnings in Ancient India to its arrival in the West, which ultimately led to its current global popularity. Sanskrit names will be taught for most asanas explored.
This course is a study and application of the Authentic Pilates Mat Program. It is designed to improve muscular strength, endurance, coordination, flexibility, posture, and balance. Students will be provided with a working knowledge of Basic/Intermediate Pilates Mat exercises, the benefits associated with Pilates, and an expanded body awareness that they can use as the foundation of a lifetime of physical fitness and wellness.
Learning the fundamentals of the golf swing, putting and chipping. The basic rules of golf and golf etiquette will also be emphasized, along with the benefits of golf as a lifetime fitness activity.
This course will focus on refining the full swing of each player, addressing the many general swing errors (e.g., slice pushing, etc.) and making corrections as needed. Students will be taught control of the flight of the ball out of the bunker and around the greens. Instruction will be provided in the proper use of woods off the tee and fairways.
Covers elementary swimming and safety skills. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills for personal safety and assistance to others in or about the water.
The course is designed to cover the basic styles and other forms of swimming to enhance the skill efficiency of students in the water. Emphasis is also placed on the development skills for personal safety and elementary forms of rescue.
Considers the use of motor and play activities in the growth and development of exceptional children. Emphasis is placed on the selection, organization, and presentation of exploratory movement and structure activities. 168
Source: Bennett College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61