Adapted Physical Education
8 courses · Gavilan College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
APE 34 Adapted Aquatic Exercise
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- 0.5-1
This course is designed to help individuals who, by the nature of their disability such as wheelchair use, back injury, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis or other disabling conditions require a specific aquatic exercise program that will contribute to their physical fitness. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan (AAP). This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
APE 35 Adapted Swimming for Total Fitness
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- 0.5-1
An individualized program of activities designed for students with physical disabilities to improve flexibility and range-of-motion, increase joint movement, improve circulation, and improve control of body movement through water adjustment and activities. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan (AAP). This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
APE 36 Adapted Physical Education
- Units
- 0.5-1
An individualized program of adapted physical education activities designed to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities. Develops an appreciation of physical activity as a regular planned contribution to one's overall fitness. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
APE 38 Adapted Cardiovascular Conditioning and Training
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- 0.5-1
An individualized program of adapted exercises in weight training, stretching and cardiovascular conditioning for persons with disabilities, such as: stroke, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or other disabling condition. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the student's Academic Accommodations Plan (AAP). This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
APE 534 Adapted Aquatic Exercise
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- 0.5-1
This course is designed to help individuals who, by the nature of their disability such as wheelchair use, back injury, cardiovascular disease, multiple sclerosis or other disabling conditions require a specific aquatic exercise program that will contribute to their physical fitness. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan (AAP). This is a pass/no pass course.
APE 535 Adapted Swimming for Total Fitness
- Units
- 0.5-1
An individualized program of activities designed for students with physical disabilities to improve flexibility and range-of-motion, increase joint movement, improve circulation, and improve control over body movement through water adjustment and activities. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan (AAP). This course is pass/no pass.
APE 536 Adapted Physical Education
- Units
- 0.5-1
An individualized program of adapted physical education activities designed to meet the needs of students with physical disabilities. Develops an appreciation of physical activity as a regular planned contribution to one's overall fitness. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan. This is a pass/no pass course.
APE 538 Adapted Cardiovascular Conditioning and Training
- Units
- 0.5-1
An individualized program of adapted exercises in weight training, stretching and cardiovascular conditioning for persons with disabilities, such as: stroke, cardiovascular disease, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, or other disabling condition. May be repeated as necessary based on measurable progress as documented in the Academic Accommodations Plan. This is a pass/no pass course.