# Exercise Science (EXSC) courses San Diego Miramar College · 2026-2027 Catalog · 142 courses Source: https://sdccd.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/20814/20885/20887/20815/20844 "Offered" lists sections in this catalog year's class schedules: Fall 2026, Spring 2027. ### EXSC 113A — Swimming I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 155 or PHYE 155W - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of swimming courses. Emphasis is placed on fundamental swimming technique and water safety skills. This is an entry level course for novice swimmers. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. ### EXSC 113B — Swimming II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 113A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 155X - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of swimming courses. Emphasis is placed on the development of swimming strokes, open turns, entering the water, and aquatic emergency situations. This course is intended for beginning level swimmers with some aquatic experience. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. ### EXSC 113C — Swimming III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 113A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and EXSC 113B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 155Y - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of swimming courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate swim stroke development, open turns, head first water entry, and pool and open water emergency response. This course is intended for intermediate level swimmers. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. ### EXSC 113D — Swimming IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 113B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent and EXSC 113C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 155Z. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of swimming courses. Emphasis is placed on advanced swimming techniques, turns, finishes, and racing starts, swim propulsion and drag theories, and aquatic survival and safety skills. This course is intended for advanced swimmers. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. ### EXSC 114A — Aquatic Fitness I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 106 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of four aquatic fitness courses. This course is an introduction to cardiovascular fitness through aquatic activities. Topics include aquatic fitness testing, timed swims, proper warm-up and cool-down, principles of swimming propulsion, and introductory safety. This course is intended for those starting at an entry level of cardiovascular fitness. ### EXSC 114B — Aquatic Fitness II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 114A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of four aquatic fitness courses. This course provides instruction and conditioning for various beginning level aquatic activities. Topics include beginning personal aquatic workout design and implementation, aquatic interval training, heart rate monitoring, using a pace clock, and safety concerns and techniques. This course is intended for those starting at a beginning level of cardiovascular fitness. ### EXSC 114C — Aquatic Fitness III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 114B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of four aquatic fitness courses. This course provides instruction and conditioning for various intermediate level aquatic activities. Topics include analysis of personal health and lifestyle, intermediate level workout design, goal setting and motivation, body specific training for an aquatic environment, individual aquatic activities, and intermediate training types and safety concerns. This course is intended for those starting at an intermediate level of cardiovascular fitness. ### EXSC 114D — Aquatic Fitness IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 114C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of four aquatic fitness courses. This course provides instruction and conditioning for various advanced aquatic activities. Topics include components of aquatic fitness, advanced workout design, aquatic training for specific races, strokes and events, aquatic training with advanced equipment, advanced aquatic conditioning terminology and nutrition and hydration principles. This course is intended for those starting at an advanced level of cardiovascular fitness. ### EXSC 115A — Water Exercise I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 156 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with introductory level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of fitness through the application of water resistance and buoyancy. Emphasis is placed on fundamental techniques of water exercise for cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, endurance and flexibility. This course is the first in a series of four water exercise courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop introductory physical fitness habits or low impact/rehabilitative physical fitness exercise techniques. ### EXSC 115B — Water Exercise II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 115A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides introductory level students with beginning level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of fitness through the application of water resistance and buoyancy. Emphasis is placed on a variety of water exercises for cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, endurance and flexibility. This course is the second in a series of four water exercise courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop beginning physical fitness habits or low impact/rehabilitative physical fitness exercise techniques. ### EXSC 115C — Water Exercise III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 115B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides beginning level students with intermediate level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of fitness through the application of water resistance and buoyancy. Emphasis is placed on flexibility. Also included is a variety of water exercises for cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength, and endurance. This course is the third in a series of four water exercise courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop intermediate physical fitness habits or low impact/rehabilitative physical fitness exercise techniques. ### EXSC 115D — Water Exercise IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 115C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides intermediate level students with advanced level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of fitness through the application of water resistance and buoyancy. Emphasis is placed on muscular strength/endurance. Also included is a variety of water exercises for cardiorespiratory fitness and flexibility. This course is the fourth in a series of four water exercise courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop advanced physical fitness habits or low impact/rehabilitative physical fitness exercise techniques. ### EXSC 124A — Core and Cardio Fitness I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 153 or PHYE 153W - Grading: Pass/No Pass Only This course provides students with introductory level knowledge and practice in attaining and maintaining core and cardio fitness levels. Instruction emphasizes cardiovascular fitness as well as core fitness through individual and circuit training. This course is the first in a series of four core and cardio fitness courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop introductory physical fitness habits or Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 124B — Core and Cardio Fitness II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 124A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 153X - Grading: Pass/No Pass Only This course provides introductory level students with beginning knowledge and practice in attaining and maintaining core and cardio fitness levels. Instruction emphasizes beginning cardiovascular fitness as well as core fitness through individual and circuit training. Other topics include a variety of core fitness tests, stability ball exercise routines, and beginning level aerobic and core conditioning program design. This course is the second in a series of four core and cardio fitness courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop beginning physical fitness habits or Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 124C — Core and Cardio Fitness III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 124B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 153Y - Grading: Pass/No Pass Only This course provides beginning level students with intermediate knowledge and practice in attaining and maintaining core and cardio fitness levels. Instruction emphasizes intermediate cardiovascular fitness as well as core fitness through individual and circuit training. Other topics include fitness level assessment and conditioning for the treadmill; continuous, interval, and fartlek aerobic conditioning elements; beginning plyometric exercises; coronal and oblique plane movements; and clinical evaluations such as blood pressure and blood lipid tests. This course is the third in a series of four core and cardio fitness courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop intermediate physical fitness habits or Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 124D — Core and Cardio Fitness IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 124C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 153Z - Grading: Pass/No Pass Only This course provides intermediate students with advanced knowledge and practice in attaining and maintaining core and cardio fitness levels. Instruction emphasizes advanced cardiovascular fitness as well as core fitness through individual and circuit training. Other topics include core and cardio fitness assessment data comparison; advanced core fitness assessments including plyometric tests; cardiovascular interval and sprint training; advanced plyometric training involving lateral movement; dietary analysis; and identification and incorporation of dietary modifications. This course is the fourth in a series of four core and cardio fitness courses. It is intended for students seeking to develop advanced physical fitness habits or Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 126A — Cardio Conditioning I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 123 or 123W. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in the basic skills necessary to improve aerobic fitness, cardiovascular health, muscular endurance/strength, and static flexibility. Topics include fitness terminology, identifying individual fitness level and areas to improve, basic exercise programming, proper warm up/cool down and resting/exercise heart rate. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 126B — Cardio Conditioning II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 126A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 123X. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in exercise programming through moderately intense activities including cross training, basic boxing, plyometrics, speed and agility, core stability, dynamic flexibility and nutrition. This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to continue the fundamental principles of physical fitness and their impact on life-long health and wellness. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 126C — Cardio Conditioning III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 126B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 123Y. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed to provide students the opportunity to develop and implement a personalized fitness plan to help them pursue their lifelong commitment to life-long health and wellness. Topics include goal setting, training zones, and body specific training principles through moderate/highly intense activities. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 126D — Cardio Conditioning IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 126C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 123Z. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of Cardio Conditioning courses. Students develop, analyze and implement advanced group fitness plans. Topics include agility and jump training, running, sports cross training, advanced core training, stress management and nutrition. Data gathering and assessment methods are also covered. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 130A — Indoor Cycling I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of Indoor Cycling courses. Emphasis is placed on instruction in the basic fundamentals necessary to improve indoor cycling techniques and improve cardiovascular/aerobic fitness. Topics includes cycling terminology and ergonomics, overall fitness evaluation, various indoor cycling exercise regimens, and goal setting programs for individual health and fitness benefits. This class is designed for students interested in cardiovascular fitness improvement through indoor cycling (spinning). ### EXSC 130B — Indoor Cycling II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 130A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of Indoor Cycling courses. Emphasis is placed on beginning to intermediate cycling techniques, heart rate calculations, fitness evaluations, and cardiovascular training and program design. Beginning level principles of physiology are explored including how to train to elicit a desired physiological response. This class is designed for students interested in aerobic fitness improvement through indoor cycling as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 130C — Indoor Cycling III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 130B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of Indoor Cycling courses. Emphasis is based on intermediate to advanced cycling techniques, interval training, power cycling, and intermediate workload training. Intermediate level principles of physiology are explored including how to train within a workload range and why. This class is designed for students interested in aerobic fitness improvement through indoor cycling as well as Exercise Science or related majors. ### EXSC 130D — Indoor Cycling IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 130C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the fourth course in a series of Indoor Cycling courses. Emphasis is placed on advanced cycling techniques, advanced interval training, advanced power cycling and advanced workload training. Advanced principles of physiology are explored including how to train within a workload and why. This class is designed for students interested in aerobic fitness improvement through advanced indoor cycling as well as Exercise Science or related majors. ### EXSC 134 — Adapted Weight Training - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: A physician's medical release form is required. - This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 182 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for students with disabilities as an introduction to progressive resistance training. Emphasis is placed on developing cardiorespiratory and muscle endurance, muscle strength and flexibility and a healthy body composition through individualized safe and beneficial exercise programming. The course includes exercises that focus on relaxation, joint mobility, body maintenance, and activities for daily living. A physician's medical release is required. ### EXSC 135A — Individual Conditioning I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 132 or PHYE 132W. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides individually programmed instruction in the fundamental skills and techniques of strength training and aerobic activity. The positive impact of physical education on health and wellness is explored and emphasized. This course is of particular interest to students wishing to enter the fields of sports medicine and athletics, as well as to students seeking to improve overall fitness. ### EXSC 135B — Individual Conditioning II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 135A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 132X. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides individually programmed instruction in the beginning level skills of the 5 components of fitness. Students learn proper body mechanics for basic movement patterns utilizing a variety of different training modalities. Beginning level principles of physiology is explored including how to train to elicit a desired physiological response. ### EXSC 135C — Individual Conditioning III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 135B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 132Y. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides individually programmed instruction in the intermediate principles of the 5 components of fitness. Students learn basic anatomy and build upon the principles of physiology learned in previous levels of this course to create both individual workouts and a long term workout plan to meet individualized conditioning goals. ### EXSC 135D — Individual Conditioning IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 135C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 132Z - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides individually programmed instruction in the advanced principles of the 5 components of fitness. Students learn how to instruct others in proper movement patterns and body mechanics for several strength training and cardiovascular training modalities. Students utilize their knowledge of the advanced principles of anatomy and physiology to create a workout plan for another individual, identifying modifications, and variations of exercises depending on the unique needs of the subject they are designing a workout for. ### EXSC 136A — Off-Season Conditioning for Sport I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 191 or PHYE 165 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed to enhance the physical and mental skills needed to participate in intercollegiate sports activities. Emphasis is placed on weight training, running, skill development games, and individual development for sport. When this course is offered for one unit the additional time is utilized in the practice and perfection of individual sport-specific skills. This course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 136B — Off-Season Conditioning for Sport II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 136A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 165 or PHYE 191. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides intercollegiate athletes with individually programmed coaching in the fundamental skills of sports-specific training and aerobic conditioning. Through progressive inquiry and practice, students demonstrate more advanced levels of athletic performance. When this course is offered for one unit the additional time is utilized in the development and implementation of sport-specific exercise programs. This course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 139A — Weight Training I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 166 or PHYE 166W. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the first in a series of progressive resistance training courses. Instruction includes proper methods of weight training, use of weight training machines, cardio exercise equipment, lifting of free weights, and warm up/cool down. Instruction also includes charting exercises, introduction to major muscle groups and the weight training exercises to improve strength and range of motion. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as exercise science majors. ### EXSC 139B — Weight Training II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 139A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 166X - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the second in a series of progressive resistance training courses. Emphasis is placed on alternative training methods including circuit and interval training, hill climbing, and fat burning. This course includes basic nutrition to help build muscle and/or reduce body weight utilized in student development of a personal fitness program. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as exercise science majors. ### EXSC 139C — Weight Training III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 139B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 166Y. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the third in a series of progressive resistance training courses. Emphasis is placed on the use of the weight training machines, cardio exercise equipment, and Olympic lifts. This course covers alternate methods of resistance training including medicine balls, plyo balls, bosu balls, elastic cords, and TRX belts. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as exercise science majors. ### EXSC 139D — Weight Training IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 139C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 166Z. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the fourth in a series of progressive resistance training courses. This course covers the proper use of weight lifting machines, cardio exercise equipment, and alternate methods of resistance training and lifting of free weights. This class is designed for students interested in a healthy lifestyle as well as exercise science majors. ### EXSC 140A — Boot Camp I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with introductory level instruction in fundamental skills related to core strength, stability, and performance. Topics include physical readiness testing, proper exercise technique, and fundamental core and strength training. This course is the first in a series of four boot camp physical training courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in comprehensive physical fitness training. ### EXSC 140B — Boot Camp II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 140A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides introductory students with beginning level instruction in fundamental skills related to core and unilateral strength, stability, and performance. Topics include core stability, targeted functional training. This course is the second in a series of four boot camp physical training courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in comprehensive physical fitness training. ### EXSC 140C — Boot Camp III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 140B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with intermediate level instruction in fundamental skills related to core and unilateral strength, stability, and performance. Topics include core stability and targeted functional training. This course is the third in a series of four boot camp physical training courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in comprehensive physical fitness training. ### EXSC 140D — Boot Camp IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 140C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides intermediate students with advanced level instruction in skills related to core and unilateral strength, stability, and performance. Topics include core stability and targeted functional training. This course is the fourth in a series of four boot camp physical training courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in comprehensive physical fitness training. ### EXSC 141A — Total Body Conditioning I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of total body conditioning courses. Emphasis is placed on developing proper training techniques necessary to improve muscular strength and endurance using compound and accessory exercises in rapid sequence. Topics will include identification of major movement patterns and modifications based on ability levels, basic strength exercises for muscle groups with emphasis on the core, and safety practices. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in improving fitness. ### EXSC 141B — Total Body Conditioning II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 141A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of total body conditioning courses. Emphasis is placed on improving muscular strength and endurance and cardiorespiratory endurance using compound and accessory exercises and cardiorespiratory intervals in rapid sequence. Topics will include identification of muscle groups used in single and multi-joint movement exercises, intermediate strength exercises for muscle groups with emphasis on functional exercises, and use of appropriate modifications for varying ability levels. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in improving fitness. ### EXSC 141C — Total Body Conditioning III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 141B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of total body conditioning courses. Emphasis is placed on improving muscular strength and endurance and cardiorespiratory endurance using compound and accessory exercises and cardiorespiratory intervals in rapid sequence. Topics will include understanding of advanced exercise techniques, advanced strength and plyometric exercises for muscle groups with emphasis on functional exercises. When this course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for skill development. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in improving fitness. ### EXSC 144A — Fitness Walking I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 154. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course introduces students to various walking techniques and basic principles of aerobic and cardiovascular health. It is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in a healthy lifestyle. ### EXSC 144B — Fitness Walking II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 144A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This beginning-level course covers the principles of aerobic and cardiovascular health through various walking techniques. Instruction in fitness principles, stress reduction, weight management, and heart health are also covered. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in a healthy lifestyle. ### EXSC 144C — Fitness Walking III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 144B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This intermediate-level course covers the principles of aerobic and cardiovascular health through various walking techniques. Students design basic walking programs that include walking frequency, duration, intensity, and mode. Instruction in fitness principles, stress reduction, weight management, heart health, individual training zones, and fitness assessments are also covered. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in a healthy lifestyle. ### EXSC 144D — Fitness Walking IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 144C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This advanced-level course covers the principles of aerobic and cardiovascular health through various walking techniques. Students design individualized warm-up, walking, and cool-down programs and calculate and employ individual target heart rate zones for weight management and cardiovascular endurance. Instruction in fitness principles, stress reduction, weight management, heart health, individual training zones, fitness assessments, and lifestyle changes are also covered. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in a healthy lifestyle. ### EXSC 145A — Yoga I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 168. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the first of four levels of classes relating to yoga. This course is an introduction to fundamental yoga practices and principles. Instruction includes learning the fundamentals of yoga postures. The students will also gain a fundamental understanding of the practices of relaxation techniques and breathing practices. This course is designed for students who want to increase health, longevity and who are interested in understanding the importance of the fitness aspect of their life. ### EXSC 145B — Yoga II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the second of four levels of classes relating to yoga. This course is an introduction to fundamentals of basic yoga practices and principles. Instruction includes basic yoga postures, guided relaxations, and breathing practices, as well as some basic stress reduction techniques. This course is designed for students interested in utilizing basic yoga and stress reduction techniques to help increase their health and longevity. ### EXSC 145C — Yoga III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 145B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the third of four levels of classes relating to yoga. This course will cover intermediate yoga practices and principles including some intermediate inversions. Instruction includes intermediate yoga postures, guided relaxations, basic inversions, breathing practices, and basic partner yoga as well as stress reduction techniques and nutritional analysis. This course is designed for students interested in learning about both fitness and nutrition. The students will utilize intermediate yoga to help increase their health and longevity. ### EXSC 145D — Yoga IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 145C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the fourth of four levels of classes relating to yoga. This course will cover advanced yoga practices and principles. Instruction includes advanced yoga postures, guided relaxations, inversions, breathing practices, and partner yoga as well as stress reduction techniques and nutritional analysis. This course is designed for students interested in developing their own workout regime utilizing advanced yoga to help increase their health and longevity. ### EXSC 154A — Badminton I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 108 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of four badminton courses. This course provides instruction and court experience in the skills, strategies and rules necessary to play badminton at the novice level. Instruction includes the basic strokes, vocabulary and sportsmanship. This course is intended for novice level badminton players. ### EXSC 154B — Badminton II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 154A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of four badminton courses. Emphasis is placed on beginning level skills, shots, serves, footwork and strategies. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of badminton into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 154C — Badminton III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 154B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of four badminton courses. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level skills, shots, serves, footwork and strategies for singles and doubles play. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of badminton into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 154D — Badminton IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 154C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of four badminton courses. Emphasis is placed on advanced level skills, and strategies for singles and doubles tournament play. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of badminton into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 158A — Basketball I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 112. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of four basketball courses. This course introduces students to the game of basketball. Instruction includes basic individual offensive and defensive fundamental skills, history of the game, terminology, rules, etiquette, proper warm-up and cool down and safety. Emphasis is placed on games using less than full teams and half court situations. This course is designed for anyone who has an interest in playing basketball. ### EXSC 158B — Basketball II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 158A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of four basketball courses. This course provides students the opportunity to improve individual beginning skills and introduces individual offensive moves and team concepts. Topics include transition basketball, team offense and defense as well as theories of basketball conditioning. Emphasis is placed on 5 -5 play and full court situations and strategies of team play. This class is designed for those with a basic knowledge and ability to play basketball. ### EXSC 158C — Basketball III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 158B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of four basketball courses. This course provides students the opportunity to improve individual intermediate skills through self analysis of strengths and weaknesses and introduces full court pressure play. Students are expected to write programs to improve individual skills. Topics include full court zone and man pressure, full court offense and specialty plays. Emphasis is placed on skill work drills, 5-5 play and full court situations. This class is designed for those that have above an intermediate knowledge and skill level in basketball. ### EXSC 158D — Basketball IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 158C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of four basketball courses. This course provides students the opportunity to develop technical skills necessary to coach the game of basketball and stresses the development of advanced skills and team play. Topics include analysis of team play, writing a practice plan, how to scout an opponent and evaluation of individual play. Emphasis is placed on skill work drills and full court tournament play. This class is designed for those that have an intermediate knowledge of basketball and possess an advanced skill level. ### EXSC 159A — Bowling I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 115 or PHYE 115A - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course provides students with introductory level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of bowling, including stance, point of origin, approach, back-swing, release, and follow-through. Emphasis is placed on introductory level skills, strategies, rules, and etiquette. This course is the first in a series of four bowling courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of bowling into an active lifestyle. All objectives are covered in this course whether offered for 0.5 or one unit. When the course is offered for one unit, the additional time is utilized for skills practice, spot bowling, or participation in league bowling situations. ### EXSC 159B — Bowling II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 159A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 115B - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course provides introductory level students with beginning level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of bowling, including stance, point of origin, approach, back-swing, release, and follow-through. Emphasis is placed on beginning level skills, strategies, rules, and etiquette. This course is the second in a series of four bowling courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of bowling into an active lifestyle. All objectives are covered in this course whether offered for 0.5 or one unit. When this course is offered for one unit, the additional time is utilized for skills practice, spot bowling, or participation in league bowling situations. ### EXSC 159C — Bowling III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 159B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 115C - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course provides beginning level students with intermediate level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of bowling, including stance, point of origin, approach, back-swing, release, and follow-through. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level skills, strategies, rules, and etiquette. This course is the third in a series of four bowling courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of bowling into an active lifestyle. All objectives are covered in this course whether offered for 0.5 or one unit. When this course is offered for one unit, the additional time is utilized for skills practice, spot bowling, or participation in league bowling situations. ### EXSC 159D — Bowling IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 159C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course provides intermediate level students with advanced level knowledge and practice in the fundamental elements of bowling, including stance, point of origin, approach, back-swing, release, and follow-through. Emphasis is placed on advanced level skills, strategies, rules, and etiquette. This course is the fourth in a series of four bowling courses. It is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of bowling into an active lifestyle. All objectives are covered in this course whether offered for 0.5 or one unit. When this course is offered for one unit, the additional time is utilized for skills practice, spot bowling, or participation in league bowling situations. ### EXSC 166A — Golf I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 126. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides golf instruction and practice. Emphasis is placed on the fundamentals of the grip, stance, alignment, and the techniques and practice of the short game strokes of pitching, chipping and putting. Topics include the rules, terminology, safety procedures, values, etiquette, equipment, and history of golf. This course is designed for all students interested in playing golf as part of a fitness lifestyle or kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 166B — Golf II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 166A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides golf instruction and practice. Emphasis is placed on techniques of the full swing with irons, hybrids, fairway metals and drivers. Topics include golf fitness, stretching and the principles of warm-up as well as golf club selection and use. This course is designed for all students interested in playing golf as part of a fitness lifestyle or kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 166C — Golf III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 166B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides golf instruction and practice. Emphasis is placed on specialty shots, such as sand, side hill and up and down hill lies. The fundamental errors in golf are analyzed to correct individual errors focusing on swing techniques and the mental approach to the game. Topics include the laws of ball flight, the swing plane, and wise use of practice time. This course is designed for all students interested in playing golf as part of a fitness lifestyle and kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 166D — Golf IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 166C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides golf instruction and practice. Emphasis is placed on playing strategies, analysis of golf rounds for strengths and weaknesses, student analysis of several different golf swings, and the handicap system. Stroke and Match plays are arranged between class members to develop playing strategies in competition. This course is designed for all students interested in playing golf as part of a fitness lifestyle and kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 174A — Soccer I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 149 or PHYE 149W. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in basic soccer skill technique, strategies, etiquette and rules necessary to play soccer at the novice level. Topics include basic dribbling, heading and collection with the soccer ball. Students also define, apply and interpret the basic rules and safety procedures within the game of soccer. This class is designed for students interested in an active lifestyle as well as for Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 174B — Soccer II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 174A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 149X. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in soccer technique, tactics, and physical skills necessary to play soccer at the beginning level. Topics include dribbling skills including scissors and Matthews moves, passing techniques and turning while collecting a soccer ball. Students also define and apply methods of scoring, set pieces and principles of team defense within the game of soccer. This class is designed for students interested in an active lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 174C — Soccer III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 174B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 149Y. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in individual soccer techniques, tactics, and physical skills necessary to play soccer at the intermediate level. Topics include shooting from both close and far distances, lofted passing techniques and offensive heading of the soccer ball. Students also define, apply and interpret methods of creating space, both offensively and defensively as an individual player. This class is designed for students interested in an active lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 174D — Soccer IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 174C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 149Z. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction in team soccer techniques, tactics, physical skills, etiquette, and rules necessary to play soccer at the advanced level. Topics include building the offensive through the back, playing through the midfield and attacking from the central and flank positions. Students also define and apply methods of zonal defending and defending various systems of play as a team. This class is designed for students interested in an active lifestyle as well as Kinesiology majors. ### EXSC 176A — Softball I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 151. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of four softball courses. This course provides instruction to develop the fundamental skills of throwing, catching, running, hitting, and rules of play of softball as well as individual and team skill development and strategies involved in competitive game situations. This course is intended for all students interested in softball. ### EXSC 176B — Softball II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 176A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of four softball courses. This course provides instruction to continue the development of the beginning skills of throwing, catching, running, hitting, and rules of play of softball as well as individual and team skill development and strategies involved in competitive game situations. This course is intended for all students interested in softball. ### EXSC 176C — Softball III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 176B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of four softball courses. This course provides instruction to develop the intermediate skills of throwing, catching, running, hitting, and rules of play of softball, as well as, individual and team skill development and strategies involved in competitive game situations. This course is intended for all students interested in softball. ### EXSC 176D — Softball IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 176C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of four softball courses. This course provides instruction to develop the advanced skills of throwing, catching, running, hitting and rules of play of softball, as well as, advanced individual and team skill development and strategies involved in competitive game situations. This course is intended for all students interested in softball. ### EXSC 178A — Tennis I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 159 and PHYE 159W. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first in a series of four courses in tennis. Emphasis is placed on introductory level skills, strokes, strategies, rules and etiquette. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of tennis into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 178B — Tennis II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 178A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 159X. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second in a series of four courses in tennis. Emphasis is placed on beginning level skills, strokes, strategies, rules and etiquette as they relate to tournament play. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of tennis into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 178C — Tennis III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 178B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 159Y. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third in a series of four courses in tennis. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level skills, strokes, strategies, rules and etiquette as they relate to league and tournament play. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of tennis into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 178D — Tennis IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 178C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 159Z. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth in a series of four courses in tennis. Emphasis is placed on advanced skills, strokes, strategies, rules and etiquette as they relate to singles and doubles tournament play. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the game of tennis into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 179A — Pickleball I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an introduction to the sport of pickleball. Emphasis is placed on the fundamental pickleball techniques, rules and etiquette needed to play pickleball with no prior experience. When the course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for stroke development and application of strategies in playing situations. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in the sport of pickleball. ### EXSC 179B — Pickleball II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 179A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction and on-court experience in the skills, strategies, rules and etiquette necessary to play pickleball at a beginner level, including both singles and doubles. No prior experience is required, although a background in other racquet sports such as tennis, racquetball or badminton is helpful. When the course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for stroke development and application of strategies in playing situations. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in the sport of pickleball. ### EXSC 179C — Pickleball III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 179B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction and on-court experience in the skills strategies, rules and etiquette necessary to play pickleball at an intermediate level, including both singles and doubles. Completion of Pickleball I or II is not required, but recommended. A background in other racquet sports such as tennis, racquetball or badminton is helpful. When the course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time utilized for stroke development and application of strategies in playing situations. ### EXSC 179D — Pickleball IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 179C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides instruction and on-court experience in the skills, strategies, rules and etiquette necessary to play pickleball at an advanced level, including both singles and doubles. Completion of Pickleball 3 is highly recommended. A background in other racquet sports such as tennis, racquetball or badminton is helpful. When the course is offered for three hours per week, the additional time is utilized for stroke development and application of strategies in playing situations, including tournaments. This course is designed for kinesiology majors and all students interested in the sport of pickleball. ### EXSC 182A — Volleyball I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 161 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the first of four courses in volleyball. Emphasis is placed on introductory level skills, basic rules, strategies and etiquette. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 182B — Volleyball II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 182A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only The course is the second of four courses in volleyball. Emphasis is placed on beginning level skills and offensive and defensive systems as they relate to team play. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 182C — Volleyball III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 182B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the third of four courses in volleyball. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level individual offensive and defensive skills. Topics include offensive team systems and options, and defensive theory and team systems as they relate to league play. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 182D — Volleyball IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 182C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the fourth of four courses in volleyball. Emphasis is placed on advanced level individual offensive and defensive skills. Topics include diversified offensive and defensive team systems as they relate to intercollegiate and international level volleyball. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 183A — Beach Volleyball I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course if the first of four courses in beach volleyball. Emphasis is placed on volleyball terminology, introductory level skills, improvement of cardiovascular/aerobic fitness, basic rules, safety procedures, strategies and etiquette. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of beach volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 183B — Beach Volleyball II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 183A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is the second of four courses in beach volleyball. Emphasis is placed on beginning level skills and offensive and defensive systems as they relate to team play. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 183C — Beach Volleyball III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 183B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the third of four courses in beach volleyball. Topics include intermediate skill development, introduction to plyometric training, team strategies on offense and defense. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of beach volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 183D — Beach Volleyball IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 183C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the fourth of four courses in beach volleyball. Topics include advanced skill development, introduction to plyometric training, team strategies on offense and defense. This course is intended for kinesiology majors and all students interested in incorporating the sport of beach volleyball into an active lifestyle. ### EXSC 184A — Water Polo I - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 163 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an introduction to water polo. Emphasis is placed on fundamental water polo techniques and introductory level skills, including picking up a ball in the water, passing, receiving, shooting, dribbling, and playing in a game. Other topics include introductory level offensive and defensive positioning and movements; team strategies; and rules of play. This course is the first in a series of four water polo courses. It is intended for students interested in the sport of water polo. ### EXSC 184B — Water Polo II - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 184A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides beginning level knowledge and practice in the sport of water polo. Emphasis is placed on beginning level water polo techniques and skills, including picking up a ball in the water, passing, receiving, shooting, dribbling, and playing in a game. Other topics include: beginning level offensive and defensive positioning and movements, team strategies and rules of play. This course is the second in a series of four water polo courses. It is intended for students interested in the sport of water polo. ### EXSC 184C — Water Polo III - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 184B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides intermediate level knowledge and practice in the sport of water polo. Emphasis is placed on intermediate level water polo techniques and skills, including picking up a ball in the water, passing, receiving, shooting, dribbling, and playing in a game. Other topics include intermediate level offensive and defensive positioning and movements; team strategies; and rules of play. This course is the third in a series of four water polo courses. It is intended for students who have been playing water polo for more than 6 months. ### EXSC 184D — Water Polo IV - **Units:** 0.5-1 - **Hours:** 24-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 184C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with advanced level knowledge and practice in the sport of water polo. Emphasis is placed on advanced level water polo techniques and skills, including passing, receiving, shooting, dribbling, and playing in a game. Other topics include advanced level offensive and defensive positioning and movements; team strategies; and rules of play. This course is the fourth in a series of four water polo courses. It is intended for students who have been playing water polo for more than 12 months. ### EXSC 204 — Intercollegiate Basketball I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 204 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is intended for the first season of intercollegiate competition. Basketball skills and game strategies are at a more advanced level of participation than those of an introductory course in basketball. This course may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 205 — Intercollegiate Basketball II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 204 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 205 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is intended for the second season of intercollegiate competition. Basketball skills and game strategies are at the advanced levels of participation. This course may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 214 — Intercollegiate Soccer I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 214. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course in which students competing in their first intercollegiate soccer season learn and practice the techniques and strategies necessary for successful participation. The topics covered are fundamental through advanced skills as well as offensive and defensive strategies. This course is offered separately for men and women in the fall semester. This course may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 215 — Intercollegiate Soccer II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** Concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 234B - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 215 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course in which students competing in their second intercollegiate soccer season of competition learn and practice the techniques and strategies necessary for successful participation. Those topics covered are fundamental through advanced soccer skills and both offensive and defensive strategies. This course is offered separately for both men and women in the Fall semester. This course may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 218 — Intercollegiate Swimming I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 218 - A physician's medical release form is required. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for students to compete in men's and women's intercollegiate varsity swimming and diving competition. This course may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 219 — Intercollegiate Swimming II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 219 - A physician's medical release form is required. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for students to compete in a second semester of men's and women's intercollegiate varsity swimming and diving competition. This course may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 220 — Intercollegiate Tennis I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 178D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or previous competitive tennis experience - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 220. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course for students competing in their first intercollegiate tennis season. This course is offered in the spring semester for men and women and may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 221 — Intercollegiate Tennis II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 220 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 221 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course for students competing in their second intercollegiate tennis season. This course is offered in the spring semester for men and women and may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 224 — Intercollegiate Volleyball I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 224. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the first course in intercollegiate volleyball competition. Topics include analyses of team offensive and defensive systems. This course is designed to prepare advanced volleyball students for intercollegiate competition. This course is offered in the fall and spring semester and may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 225 — Intercollegiate Volleyball II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 224 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 225. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is the second course in intercollegiate volleyball competition. This course is offered in the fall and spring semester and may be taken two times for credit. Students must demonstrate increased proficiency and skill attainment with each repetition. ### EXSC 226 — Intercollegiate Water Polo I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 226. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for men and women participating in intercollegiate water polo competition. Topics include fundamental techniques of water polo, individual and team offensive tactics, individual and team defensive tactics, and rules of play. This course is designed to improve student proficiency and skill level with each repetition and may be taken two times for credit. It is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 227 — Intercollegiate Water Polo II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** EXSC 226 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 227. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for men and women participating in intercollegiate water polo competition. Topics include advanced techniques of water polo, advanced individual and team offensive tactics, advanced individual and team defensive tactics, and further study in rules of play. This course is designed to improve student proficiency and skill level with each repetition and may be taken two times for credit. It is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 228A — Intercollegiate Beach Volleyball I - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for students participating in intercollegiate beach volleyball competitions. Topics include techniques of beach volleyball, individual and team offensive tactics, individual and team defensive tactics, and rules of play. This course is designed to improve student proficiency and skill level with each repetition and may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 228B — Intercollegiate Beach Volleyball II - **Units:** 2-3.5 - **Hours:** 96 - 175 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 228A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed for students participating in intercollegiate beach volleyball competitions. Topics include advanced techniques of beach volleyball, advanced individual and team offensive tactics, advanced individual and team defensive tactics, and further study in rules of play. This course is designed to improve student proficiency and skill level with each repetition and may be taken two times for credit. ### EXSC 231A — Theories and Strategies of Basketball I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 251A. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the theoretical concepts necessary for students to compete successfully in their first intercollegiate basketball season. Topics include rules, game strategies, history, and game preparation. The physiological requirements for the intercollegiate athlete and importance of nutritional components for optimal performance are emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. The course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 231B — Theories and Strategies of Basketball II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 231A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent; Concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 205 - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 251B. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers advanced theoretical concepts and techniques for intercollegiate basketball competition. Topics include advanced team strategies, efficient basketball conditioning techniques, goals for game preparation, and leadership qualities for basketball. Concepts of team building and social skills necessary for success at the intercollegiate level are also emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. The course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 234A — Theories and Strategies of Soccer I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 257A - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the theoretical concepts necessary for students to compete successfully in their first intercollegiate soccer season. Topics include mechanical analysis of fundamental through advanced soccer skills, offensive and defensive strategies, statistics, rules, and officiating. Separate sections of this course are offered for men's soccer and women's soccer. The course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 234B — Theories and Strategies of Soccer II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 257B. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers advanced theoretical concepts and techniques for intercollegiate soccer competition. Topics include advanced team strategies, efficient conditioning techniques, goals for game preparation, and leadership qualities. Concepts for team building and social skills necessary for success at the intercollegiate level are emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men's soccer and women's soccer. The course is intended for intercollegiate athletes. ### EXSC 236A — Theories and Strategies of Beach Volleyball I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 228A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers theoretical concepts necessary for successful participation in beach volleyball. Topics covered include mechanical analysis of fundamentals through advanced beach volleyball skills, offensive/defensive strategies, court etiquette, rules and officiating. This course is designed for students competing on the intercollegiate beach volleyball team and those interested in the sport of beach volleyball. ### EXSC 236B — Theories and Strategies of Beach Volleyball II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 228B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers advanced theoretical concepts necessary for successful participation in beach volleyball. Topics include advanced team strategies, efficient beach volleyball conditioning techniques, goals for game preparation, and leadership qualities for beach volleyball. Concepts of team building and social skills necessary for success at the intercollegiate level are also emphasized. This course is designed for students competing on the intercollegiate beach volleyball team and those interested in the sport of beach volleyball. ### EXSC 239A — Theories and Strategies of Intercollegiate Volleyball I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 224 or EXSC 225 - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 255A. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course in which students competing in their first intercollegiate volleyball season learn the theoretical concepts necessary for successful participation. Topics covered include mechanical analysis of fundamentals through advanced volleyball skills, offensive/defensive strategies, statistics, rules, and officiating. ### EXSC 239B — Theories and Strategies of Intercollegiate Volleyball II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 239A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent; Concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 225 - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 255B. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This is a course in which students competing in their second intercollegiate volleyball season learn the theoretical concepts necessary for successful participation. Topics covered include officiating, statistics, concepts for team building, goals for game preparation, leadership, and social skills for success at the intercollegiate level. ### EXSC 240 — Physical Education in the Elementary Schools - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 40 - 45 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 240 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course includes a brief study of the growth, development, and characteristics of the elementary school child. The elements of written lesson plans, units, evaluations, and various forms of testing are covered. The teaching of fundamental skills, rhythms, dance, and games based on sound physiological principles for this age group is emphasized. The positive impact of physical education on health and wellness, in addition to, academic achievement is explored. Students gain knowledge and understanding of the physiological and sociological effects of alcohol, narcotics, drugs, and tobacco and of ways to identify, refer, and support students and their families who may be at risk of physical, psychological, emotional, or social health problems. Actual teaching situations are experienced in the lab sessions. This course is designed to fulfill lower division preparation for the kinesiology major or for students interested in elementary education. ### EXSC 241B — Introduction to Kinesiology - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 3 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 241B. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This introductory course covers the professional career options, history, basic philosophy, and principles of kinesiology. Other topics include current and emerging issues in foods and nutrition. This course is intended for Kinesiology majors or anyone exploring opportunities in the fields of health, wellness, physical activity, nutrition, or sport. ### EXSC 242B — Care and Prevention of Injuries - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 242, 242B or EXSC 289 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the theory and practice of emergency field care and basic athletic first aid. Topics include prevention and care of common athletic injuries, bandaging and/or taping techniques. This course is designed for students interested in athletic training, coaching of sports and majoring in Physical Education, Kinesiology and Exercise Science. ### EXSC 243A — Theories and Strategies of Water Polo I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 226 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the theoretical concepts necessary for students to compete successfully in their first intercollegiate water polo season. Topics include rules, game strategies, history, and game preparation. The physiological requirements for the intercollegiate athlete and importance of nutritional components for optimal performance are emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. The course is intended for intercollegiate water polo athletes. ### EXSC 243B — Theories and Strategies of Water Polo II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 227 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers advanced theoretical concepts and techniques for intercollegiate water polo competition. Topics include advanced team strategies, efficient water polo conditioning techniques, goals for game preparation, and leadership qualities for water polo. Concepts of team building and social skills necessary for success at the intercollegiate level are also emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. The course is intended for intercollegiate water polo athletes. ### EXSC 244A — Theories and Strategies of Swimming and Diving I - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 218 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the theoretical concepts necessary for students to compete successfully in their first intercollegiate swimming and diving season. Topics covered include rules, history, race tactics, individual and team training and strategies. The physiological requirements for the intercollegiate athlete and importance of nutritional components for optimal performance are emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. The course is intended for intercollegiate athletes and students who may be interested in coaching swimming and diving teams. ### EXSC 244B — Theories and Strategies of Swimming and Diving II - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 219 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers advanced theoretical concepts and techniques for intercollegiate swimming and diving competition. Emphasis is placed on team development, competition scheduling, site preparation, and teaching the principles of swimming and diving program management. Topics include advanced team strategies, officiating, facilities, and organizational procedures for administrating a college swimming and diving meet. Concepts of team building, leadership and social skills necessary for success at the intercollegiate level are also emphasized. Separate sections of this course are offered for men and women. This course is designed for second-year students who are participating in this sport and for those who are interested in coaching swimming and diving. ### EXSC 251 — Exercise and Sport Psychology - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Advisory:** ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a survey of current theoretical perspectives, research, and applications of theory and techniques specific to the field of sports psychology. Course material entails engagement of theory, scientific methodology, and experiential exercises to facilitate the understanding of research as related to optimal performance in athletics and in life. Course topics include: the history and foundations of sport and exercise psychology, personality, attribution and cognition, leadership, motivation, goal setting, neuropsychology and physiology of arousal, attention, and psychological skills training. This course is for anyone interested Athletic Training, Kinesiology, Physical Therapy, or the study of Sport Psychology. ### EXSC 252 — Women in Sports - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 48 - 54 hours lecture - **Advisory:** ENGL C1000 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or ENGL 105 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course examines the chronological history, analysis and interpretation of people, events, and issues that affect women in sports in past and present society. Physiological, sociological, and psychological aspects of female athletes as related to sports, history, and education will be covered. Students will gain an understanding of the significant impact women have had on the sports world and how their significance will determine the future of women in sports. This course is designed for students interested in kinesiology, health and exercise science, or have an interest in learning about women in sports. ### EXSC 270 — Exercise Science Internship / Work Experience - **Units:** 1-4 - **Hours:** 54 - 216 hours other - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 270. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides on-the-job learning experience for students employed in an exercise science-related job or internship. Students develop workplace competencies, critical thinking skills, and problem solving abilities through the creation, and achievement of job-related behavioral learning objectives. This course may be taken up to four times. One unit of credit may be earned for every 54 hours of work experience. A maximum of fourteen credit hours for all work experience subject areas may be earned during one enrollment period. This course is intended for students majoring in exercise science or those interested in the fitness, health, and wellness industry. This includes but is not limited to the fields of personal training, physical therapy, strength and conditioning, health and wellness coaching, and yoga teaching. ### EXSC 280 — Applied Exercise Physiology - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 280 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an introduction to how the body functions under conditions of exercise stress and how fitness behaviors affect health and wellness. Emphasis is placed on muscular, cardiorespiratory, and other physiological processes that occur as a result of exercise conditioning, as well as their effects on disease risk. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 281 — Applied Kinesiology - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 281 - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is a study of movement as it relates to exercise under both normal and injury conditions. Students learn the practical implications of exercise on bones, joints, nerves, and muscles. Emphasis is placed on applying body alignment, range of motion, stabilization, and acceleration principles to the development of exercise programs. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 282 — Techniques of Weight Training - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 282. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is an introduction to teaching techniques in weight training. Topics include anatomy, physiology, training sequences, equipment options, safety factors, and contraindications. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 283 — Exercise and Fitness Assessment - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 24 - 27 hours lecture/24-27 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 283. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course prepares students to assess and evaluate exercise and fitness parameters. Topics include the measurement and evaluation of cardiorespiratory endurance; muscular strength and endurance; flexibility; body fat; pulmonary function; and blood pressure. Emphasis is placed on determining the appropriate test, conducting the test, interpreting the results, and creating an exercise program. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 284 — Fitness and Sports Nutrition - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 284. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course covers the basic principles of nutrition and the ramifications on sports activities. Topics include general nutrition, nutritional considerations for optimal sports performance, and weight control. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 285 — Exercise for Special Populations - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 285. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course presents exercise implications for special populations related to age, medical condition, and level of fitness. Emphasis is placed on cardiac conditions; diabetes; obesity; physical disabilities; Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS); asthma; and sensory impairments. Issues and barriers to exercise are included for each of the following groups: seniors; children; athletes; the mentally impaired; and pregnant and postpartum women. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 286 — Techniques of Exercise Leadership - **Units:** 2 - **Hours:** 28 - 31.5 hours lecture/12-13.5 hours lab - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 286. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with the principles and techniques involved in developing a personal trainer/client relationship. Emphasis is placed on client assessment, communication skills, program design, exercise adherence, teaching strategies, and professional responsibility and liability. This course is intended for students seeking certification as personal trainers. ### EXSC 288 — Personal Training Professional Preparation - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 16 - 18 hours lecture - **Advisory:** Concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 270 - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 287, PHYE 288 or EXSC 287. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course is designed to provide students in the Personal Trainer Certificate Program with practical experience in the field of exercise and fitness. Emphasis is placed on participant screening, evaluation, and exercise program design; self- marketing; trainer/client relationships; and professional responsibility in a fitness setting. ### EXSC 290 — Independent Study - **Units:** 1-3 - **Hours:** 48-162 hours other - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Limitation on Enrollment: Obtain Permission Number from Instructor - This course is not open to students with previous credit for PHYE 290. - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This course is for students who wish to conduct additional research, a special project, or learning activities in the field of exercise science. It is not intended to replace an existing course in the discipline. In this course students will have a written contract with their instructor for activities such as: preparing problem analysis, engaging in primary research, preparing reports, and meeting with the instructor at specific intervals. ### EXSC 292A — Yoga Teacher Training Essentials - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for EXSC 292. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course serves as an introduction to the fundamental concepts of yoga necessary to further one's personal practice and to instruct beginner-level yoga classes. Students will investigate and develop an in-depth understanding of the eight limbs of yoga, with a specific focus on the yamas, niyamas, asanas, and pranayama as a foundation for teaching yoga. Additional topics include the history and philosophy of yoga, introduction to Sanskrit, anatomy and biomechanics of yoga, asana classification, types of yoga, introduction to the yoga sutras, and basic alignment principles. This course partially fulfills the requirement for the 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) credential with Yoga Alliance. It is intended for students seeking certification as a Registered Yoga Teacher, current yoga teachers, group fitness instructors, health coaches, personal trainers, or other health and fitness professionals. ### EXSC 292B — Yoga Teacher Training Progressive Methodologies - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 292A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 2 sections (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Limitation on Enrollment: This course is not open to students with previous credit for EXSC 293. - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with the class blueprint and teaching tools from which to develop and implement all-levels yoga classes. With a focus on instructional methods, students will explore and practically apply the concept of intelligent sequencing for leading purposeful vinyasa-based yoga class experiences. Other topics include verbal and nonverbal communication strategies; student learning styles; meditation; asana progressions and regressions; introduction to physical adjustments; energetic anatomy; lifestyle and ethics for yoga teachers; and the business of yoga. This course partially fulfills the requirement for the 200-hour Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT) credential with Yoga Alliance. It is intended for students seeking certification as a Registered Yoga Teacher, current yoga teachers, group fitness instructors, health coaches, personal trainers, or other health and fitness professionals. ### EXSC 293A — Yoga Teacher Training Integration - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab - **Prerequisite:** EXSC 292A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Registered Yoga Teacher-200 (RYT-200) certification and EXSC 292B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or Registered Yoga Teacher-200 (RYT-200) certification - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides aspiring yoga teachers with the tools to deepen their independent practice in order to strengthen their teaching and develop a personal teaching style. The course focuses on designing, integrating, and implementing knowledge and teaching of asanas, pranayama techniques, meditation, and yogic history and philosophy. Students also learn about the business aspects of teaching yoga. Students may be required to attend an on- or off-campus yoga class. This course is intended for students seeking certification as a Registered Yoga Teacher, current yoga teachers, group fitness instructors, health coaches, personal trainers, or other health and fitness professionals. ### EXSC 293B — Yoga Teacher Training Implementation - **Units:** 3 - **Hours:** 32 - 36 hours lecture/48-54 hours lab - **Corequisite:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 293A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Advisory:** Completion of or concurrent enrollment in: EXSC 145A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145B with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145C with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or EXSC 145D with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Letter Grade Only This course provides students with the advanced knowledge and skills to design and implement all levels of yoga classes and yoga based educational workshops. It integrates in-depth study of yogic philosophy and Sanskrit terminology with injury management and the use of props for asana progressions and regressions as well as intelligent sequencing and theming to create purposeful class experiences. This course is intended for students seeking certification as a Registered Yoga Teacher, current yoga teachers, group fitness instructors, health coaches, personal trainers, or other health and fitness professionals. ### EXSC 392A — Special Topics in Sports Theory and Training I - **Units:** 1-3 - **Hours:** 8 - 18 hours lecture/24-108 hours lab - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This beginning-level course provides students the opportunity to develop theoretical understanding and individual training in a specific sport. Theories, principles, and techniques are taught for a variety of different sports that may vary from term to term. Sports focus areas for each section are listed in the class schedule. ### EXSC 392B — Special Topics in Sports Theory and Training II - **Units:** 1-3 - **Hours:** 8 - 18 hours lecture/24-108 hours lab - **Advisory:** EXSC 392A with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent - **Offered:** not on the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 schedules - Grading: Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass This intermediate-level course provides students the opportunity to develop additional theoretical understanding and individual training in a specific sport. Theories, principles, and techniques are taught for a variety of different sports that may vary from term to term. Sports focus areas for each section are listed in the class schedule. ### EXSC 393A — Special Topics in Exercise and Fitness Theory and Training - **Units:** 1 - **Hours:** 8 - 18 hours lecture/24 - 108 hours lab - **Offered:** Fall 2026, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/fall-2026/exsc.md); Spring 2027, 1 section (/c/san-diego-miramar-college/schedule/spring-2027/exsc.md) - Grading: Pass/No Pass Only This course provides students the opportunity to develop theoretical understanding and individual training in exercise and fitness, including but not limited to yoga, personal training, athletic training, physical therapy, and strength and conditioning. Theories, principles, and techniques are taught for a variety of different exercise and fitness areas that may vary from term to term. Exercise and fitness focus areas for each section are listed in the class schedule. This course is designed for students pursuing certification in personal training, yoga instruction, or related wellness and fitness fields.