Kinesiology
106 courses · Gavilan College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Summer 2026 · Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
KIN 1 Orientation for Student-Athlete Success
- Units
- 1
This course identifies and clarifies issues relevant to student-athletes. Students will be exposed to the student services available to them and learn practical skills which will assist them in obtaining their educational objectives. Learning styles as well as academic eligibility and transfer rules will be covered.
KIN 2 Introduction to Kinesiology
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- 3
- C-ID
- KIN 100
This course is designed to examine the field of kinesiology from a historical, ethical, philosophical, and contemporary viewpoint. The broad spectrum of kinesiology, using the interdisciplinary approach to the shttps://gavilan.curriqunet.com/Approval/Course/History/5877tudy of human movement will be discussed. Sub-disciplines in the field along with career options will be introduced. (C-ID: KIN 100)
KIN 3 Introduction to Athletic Training
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- 4
- Advisory
- Skills in First Aid and CPR
An introductory course in athletic training/sports medicine. This course will familiarize the student with the six domains of athletic training: prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning; organization and administration; and professional responsibility. Also included is hands-on experience in the training room and at athletic events. Previously listed as PE 3. ADVISORY: Skills in First Aid and CPR
KIN 4A Athletic Training Practicum I
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- 2
- Advisory
- Concurrent or prior completion of KIN 3
This course provides students majoring in Kinesiology with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills in KIN 3. Emphasis is placed on handling an emergency situation, acute injury management, prevention of athletics injuries, wrapping and taping techniques and basic injury rehabilitation. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C grade) requires the students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. This course was previously listed as KIN 3A. ADVISORY: Concurrent or prior completion of KIN 3
KIN 4B Athletic Training Practicum II
- Units
- 2
- Prerequisite
- KIN 3 AND KIN 4A
This course provided students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in KIN 3 and KIN 4A. Emphasis is placed on taping, bracing, padding, splinting, protective equipment, recognition and management of specific sports injuries and conditions and formulating treatment plans. Provides practical exposure to the athletic training profession and increases student's proficiency in athletic training competencies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C Grade) requires students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. PREREQUISITES: KIN 3 AND KIN 4A
KIN 4C Athletic Training Practicum III
- Units
- 2
- Prerequisite
- KIN 3, KIN 4A and KIN 4B
This course provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in KIN 3, KIN 4A and KIN 4B. Emphasis is placed on the hands-on experience of recognition, management and evaluation of athletic injuries and assisting the Certified Athletic Trainer with daily management of an athletic training facility. Provides continued practical exposure to the athletic training profession and increases student's proficiency in athletic training competencies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C grade) requires the students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. PREREQUISITES: KIN 3, KIN 4A and KIN 4B.
KIN 5 Individual and Dual Sports
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- 3
Designed for those planning to work with children in the field of physical education or recreation. Activities such as badminton, golf, tennis, and pickleball may be covered. Previously listed as PE 5.
KIN 6 Games & Rhythms Child’s Physical Development:Foundation/Framework
- Units
- 3
- Advisory
- Eligible for English 250 and English 260
Nature, function and organization of physical activities for children. Introduction to the physical domain of the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks. Emphasis is given to the understanding of movement skills and concepts. Designed for those planning to work with children. Provides practical strategies for implementing the curriculum frameworks developed for this domain. Applicable to required or Child Development Permit holders, pre-school, transitional kindergarten, and early-primary teachers. Also listed as CD 6. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 260.
KIN 7 Theory of Sports Management
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- 3
This course introduces the theory of organizing, planning, directing and controlling a sports program. Areas such as budgeting, fundraising, advertising, marketing, and studying contract law will also be included.
KIN 8 Introduction to Sports Psychology
- Units
- 3
A course designed to provide the student with theoretical and practical knowledge of applying psychological techniques within sport situations and to better understand the relevance of mental factors necessary to maximize athletic performance. Areas that will be addressed are motivation, goal setting, the use of mental imagery, time management, and dealing with stress. The relationship between life in sport and life outside of sport and how each affect performance will also be covered. This class has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
KIN 15 Sports and Society
- Units
- 3
This course examines the role of sports in society when it comes to social change, viewing how sport challenges norms and assumptions concerning race, ethnicity, social class and gender. It will look at how sports influence and shape the world by investigating the historical, social, economic and political impact of sports on society.
KIN 16A Swimming - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Co-educational activity designed for the beginning swimmer. Instruction on floating, rhythmic breathing, freestyle, elementary backstroke, and backstroke is included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 16B Swimming - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the intermediate swimmer. Instruction on the sidestroke and breaststroke is included as well as continued improvement on the freestyle, elementary backstroke and backstroke. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 16C Swimming - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the advanced swimmer. Continued improvement on all strokes. Variations of the sidestroke and the butterfly will be covered. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 17A Golf - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity stressing the basic rules and etiquette with emphasis on the 7 iron, putting, and the 3 wood. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 17B Golf - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity with emphasis on low iron play, wedge play, and the driver. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 17C Golf - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity with emphasis on all irons, wedges, and woods. Includes course play. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 18A Tennis - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity stressing the basic tennis forehand, backhand, serve, and volley along with an introduction to the court markings. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 18B Tennis - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity stressing various tennis stroke techniques, such as a topspin and slice forehand, backhand, and serve. The lob, overhead and rules of the game, including scoring and etiquette will be introduced. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 18C Tennis - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity which incorporates tennis skills into game play, utilizing singles and doubles strategies. Introduces the drop shot, half volley, a tiebreak, and no-ad scoring. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 19A Badminton - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning badminton students. Includes the fundamentals of the badminton forehand, backhand, overhead clear, and serve as well as the court markings. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 19B Badminton - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate badminton students. Includes the fundamentals of the clear, drive, smash, drop shot, net play, and the rules for singles and doubles games. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 19C Badminton - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for advanced badminton students. Includes the techniques for the advanced skills of the around the head clear, smash and drop shot, variation of the net shot and serve, as well as strategies of the game. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 20A Bowling - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity for beginning bowling students. Includes the benefits, rules, safety, and etiquette of bowling. Also includes the acquisition and application of motor skills appropriate to beginning bowling. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 20B Bowling - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate bowling students. This course is designed to review the fundamentals of bowling and to introduce more ball delivery skills and lane strategy. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 20C Bowling - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for advanced bowling students. Includes the 3-6-9 spare system and adjustments required on lane conditions. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 23 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-2
Designed to afford selected students specialized opportunities for exploring areas at the independent study level. The courses may involve extensive library work, research in the community, or special projects. May be repeated until six units of credit are accrued. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 23. REQUIRED: The study outline prepared by the student and the instructor must be filed with the department and the dean.
KIN 24A Individualized Weight Training - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using the stations from the resistance machines. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 24B Individualized Weight Training - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using the stations from the resistance machines and hand weights as well as body weight exercises using stability equipment. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 24C Individualized Weight Training - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using strength and strength endurance training including plyometrics. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 24D Individualized Weight Training - Level 4
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using Olympic lifts and the kettle ball to develop maximum strength, hypertrophy, and power. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass no/pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 33A Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 33B Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 33C Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 44A Core and Cardio - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 44B Core and Cardio - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 44C Core and Cardio- Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 61A Swim for Fitness - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
Designed to develop endurance and improve swimming skills in order to work on one's cardiovascular fitness. Includes use of the dolphin kick and alternate breathing. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 61B Swim for Fitness - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
Designed to improve endurance in order to maintain one's cardiovascular fitness. Includes use of streamlining and flip turns. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 61C Swim for Fitness - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
Designed to provide the student with a lap swimming experience to maintain their physical fitness. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 62A Yoga - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning yoga students. The emphasis will be on physical alignment and form, accessing postures through the use of props. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on the proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 62B Yoga - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate yoga students. Emphasis will be on strength, stamina, and flexibility. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 62C Yoga - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for advanced yoga students. Emphasis will be on linking the breath, drishti, and mudras with the appropriate pose. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 64A Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness training program of moderate exertion using the FITTE principles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 64B Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an intermediate level fitness program utilizing an individualized cardiovascular training approach. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 64C Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness training program of high intensity activities using the FITTE principles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 64D Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 4
- Units
- 0.5-1
An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness program utilizing the FITTE principles. High intensity training programs such as stage training and circuit training will be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 66A Dance Fundamentals - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the beginning level. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 66B Dance Fundamentals - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the intermediate level. Basic choreography skills will be included. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 66C Dance Fundamentals - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the advanced level. Choreography assignments will be included. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 68A Bootcamp Fitness - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve an increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 68B Bootcamp Fitness - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve and increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 68C Bootcamp Fitness - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve and increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 70A Pilates - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on developing core awareness, physical alignment, and form. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 70B Pilates - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on strength, stamina, and flexibility. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 70C Pilates - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on performing all thirty-four (34) exercises in the complete Pilates mat routine. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 71A Self-Defense - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course is an introduction and exploration of self-defense and personal safety. Emphasis on basic physical combative skills such as punches, strikes, blocks, and escape holds. It will also include basic non-combative skills such as risk reduction techniques, body language, positioning tactics, and verbal responses to threats. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 71B Self-Defense - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course will focus on increasingly complex self-defense situations such as attacks on the ground, counter tactics to a variety of advance chokes, bear hugs, hair pulls, and headlocks. Emphasis will be placed on distraction and de-escalation techniques as well as clinch and close-range fighting and survival skills. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 71C Self-Defense - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course will cover more depth into defenses against a variety of advanced attacks including submission holds, throws, and a diverse range of weapons. Includes defensive falling techniques, use of personal weapons, tactics against multiple attackers, and third party protection. Increased focus on mind-body balance, awareness and avoidance capabilities, kicking and striking techniques, and adrenaline and trauma management. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 73A Fitness Through Dance - Level 1
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- 0.5-1
This course introduces the student to the elementary skills of movement and dance through fitness. Focus will be on alignment and coordination. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 73B Fitness Through Dance - Level 2
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- 0.5-1
This course continues to develop the student's skills of movement and dance through fitness. Focus will be on intermediate movements in a variety of dance styles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 73C Fitness Through Dance - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course develops the student's skills of movement and dance through fitness by utilizing more advanced movements in a variety of dance styles. Focus will be on cardiovascular fitness as the dance routines increase in length. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 74A Hiking - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
Introduces the Santa Clara and San Benito County parks, trails, and surrounding areas. Includes fun hikes which average 4-6 miles on easy to moderate terrain. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 74B Hiking - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
Introduces the Santa Clara and San Benito County parks, trails, and surrounding areas. Includes fun, challenging hikes which average 6-8 miles on moderate to steep terrain. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 80 Ultimate Frisbee
- Units
- 0.5-1
A coeducational activity designed for all skill levels. Includes instruction in throwing, catching, and the passing skills in ultimate frisbee. Team strategy, team play and the rules will be presented. Other disc activities, such as frisbee golf, may be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 80.
KIN 80A Ultimate Frisbee - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
A coeducational course designed for the beginning skill level. Includes instruction in basic throwing, catching, and the passing skills in ultimate Frisbee. Basic rules and introduction to team play will be presented. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 80B Ultimate Frisbee - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course is designed for the intermediate skill level. Includes instruction in throwing and catching variations and the passing skills in ultimate Frisbee. Team strategy, team play and the rules will be presented. Other disc activities, such as Frisbee golf, may be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 81A Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 1
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes basic kickboxing techniques and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 81B Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 2
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes intermediate level kickboxing techniques and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 81C Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 3
- Units
- 0.5-1
This course utilizes punches and kicks in a combination kickboxing routine and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 82A Circuit Training - Level 1
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- 0.5-1
This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength and stamina. Students will rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercise. Emphasis will be on students exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 82B Circuit Training - Level 2
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- 0.5-1
This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength and stamina. Students rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercises. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 82C Circuit Training - Level 3
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- 0.5-1
This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength, and stamina. Students will rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercises. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 83A Karate - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
An introduction to the beginning skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of martial arts, including safety skills and etiquette and the basics of kicking, punching, and blocking, with a focus on Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 83B Karate - Intermediate
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- 0.5-1
This course covers the intermediate level skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the intermediate level skills of martial arts, including kicking, punching, blocking and stances as well as intermediate level Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 83C Karate - Advanced
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- 0.5-1
This course covers the advanced level skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the advanced level skills of martial arts, including kicking, punching, striking, blocking, and combinations as well as advanced level Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 84 Assessment of Fitness Techniques
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- 3
This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation of the principles and techniques of conducting assessments for each of the health related components of fitness. This includes health screening details, how to use them in the determination of program design, and medical referral prior to exercise participation testing. This course provides practical lab application of the material presented in lecture.
KIN 85 Concepts, Program Design of Strength, Cardiovascular Fitness
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- 3
This course is designed for the fitness specialist who wants knowledge of all aspects of resistance training and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on developing a physiologically sound and client-centered exercise prescription program. Students will learn program design, periodization training, effective exercises and stretches to improve client goals.
KIN 87 Indoor Soccer
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for all skill levels. Instruction will be provided in individual and team indoor soccer skills and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
KIN 88A Social Dance - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Designed to teach the basic skills and partnering techniques of social dance through participation in selected dances such as the merengue, tango, swing, waltz, cha cha, and rumba. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 88B Social Dance - Intermediate
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- 0.5-1
This course is designed to develop the students' artistry and technique of social dance at an intermediate level. Students will learn intermediate steps, rhythms and partnering techniques across a wide range of social dances. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 90 Personal Trainer Internship
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- 1
This course is designed to provide the student with a supervised unpaid internship at an approved fitness or health related facility where they will apply the knowledge learned in the classroom courses taken for the Personal Training Certificate. A minimum of fifty four (54) hours is required for this one (1) unit course. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.
KIN 91A Hip-Hop - Level 1
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- 0.5-1
Students will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of Hip-Hop dance. Students will learn various movements, positions, isolations, turns, gestures and traveling steps. Rhythm and phrasing will also be taught as it relates to Hip-Hop dance and music.
KIN 91B Hip-Hop - Level 2
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- 0.5-1
Students will be introduced to level 2 Hip-Hop dance, focusing on intermediate steps including isolations, gestures, turns and longer traveling sequences and patterns. Level 2 will focus on individual choreography and performance style.
KIN 92 Stress Management
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- 3
- C-ID
- PH 107
This course examines the stress process and its relationship to health, disease, lifestyle and the sociocultural environment. Stress across ones lifespan will be examined with emphasis on available resources and stress management strategies. Also listed as HE 92. (C-ID PH 107)
KIN 93A Pickleball - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
This coeducational activity class is designed to provide instruction in beginning pickleball. Fundamental skills along with an introduction to the court markings and basic rules will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 93B Pickleball - Intermediate
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate pickleball students. Instruction in the drop shot, lob, and dink as well as strategies and their application to singles and doubles play will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 93C Pickleball - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for advanced pickleball students. Instruction in poaching, varying the service, and anticipating shots; as well as adjusting tactics in singles and doubles play will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 121A Volleyball - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning volleyball students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 121B Volleyball - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate volleyball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic volleyball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 121C Volleyball - Advanced
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the advanced volleyball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 122A Beach Volleyball - Beginning
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the beginning skills of beach volleyball. Includes the basic skills of passing, setting, hitting and serving as well as the rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 122B Beach Volleyball - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the intermediate skills of beach volleyball. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their beach volleyball techniques and to work on transition skills and blocking. It also provides an introduction to the game format for doubles beach volleyball. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 122C Beach Volleyball - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the advanced skills of beach volleyball. Includes defensive and offensive strategies and game situations for doubles beach volleyball. Conditioning drills specific to playing in the sand as well as recovery and nutritional information will be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 125A Soccer - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning soccer students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 125B Soccer - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate soccer students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic soccer skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 125C Soccer - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the advanced soccer student. Include game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 127A Basketball - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning basketball students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 127B Basketball - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate basketball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic basketball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 127C Basketball - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the advanced basketball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 137A Softball - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning softball students. Includes the fundamental skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 137B Softball - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate softball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic softball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 137C Softball - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for the advanced softball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 165A Baseball - Beginning
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- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for beginning baseball students. Includes the fundamental skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 165B Baseball - Intermediate
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for intermediate baseball students. This course porvides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic baseball fundamentals and mechanics and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.
KIN 165C Baseball - Advanced
- Units
- 0.5-1
Coeducational activity designed for advanced baseball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.