Recreation Administration
4 courses · Cuesta College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
REC 201 INTRODUCTION TO RECREATION AND LEISURE SERVICES
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours per week: (3.00 lecture hours/0.00 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduces the history, philosophy, principles, organization and direction of recreation and leisure services in the public, voluntary, private and commercial sectors. Emphasizes functions, areas, facilities, clientele and career opportunities available within the profession.
REC 203 INTRAMURAL AND RECREATIONAL SPORT PROGRAMMING
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 4 hours per week: (2.50 lecture hours/1.50 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Presents philosophy, foundations, policy and techniques underlying intramurals and recreational sport programming in schools, public, private and commercial recreation settings. Analyzes program design for club, informal, league and tournament formats. Discusses appropriate means for promotion, safety and risk management and participant recognition. Detailed sport program plan created.
REC 204 RECREATION PROGRAM PLANNING
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 4 hours per week: (2.50 lecture hours/1.50 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Presents a theoretical and practical approach to program planning, organization, implementation, and evaluation of recreation services in public, non-profit, private, and commercial settings. Emphasis on interrelationship of needs and interests of participants with goals and objectives, physical settings and activity content. Includes planning and conducting events under direct supervision of instructor and local agency supervisor.
REC 205 LEADERSHIP AND DIVERSE GROUPS
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 4 hours per week: (2.50 lecture hours/1.50 lab hours)
- Transfers to
- CSU
Application and development of leadership skills in the recreation setting. Emphasis on applicable leadership techniques including working with groups consisting of representatives from diverse populations such as those with disabilities or special needs, cultural and social differences, and diversity of all ages.