Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC,CSU

This course is designed to improve the athletic performance of individuals and teams within the areas of sport and fitness by introducing students to psychological concepts and skills. Areas of study will include motivation theory, personality and sport, group processes, research methods, and cognitive development in sport performance. The course will examine techniques such as imagery, goal setting, cognitive restructuring, coping, and arousal regulation to help athletes and coaches achieve peak performance.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course includes information needed for students who intend to teach strength and conditioning. The course covers anatomy and physiology, bioenergetics, biomechanics, training adaptations, exercise and equipment selection, training techniques, program design, and safety factors. This course is designed for students pursuing a career in the fitness industry; Fitness Specialist, Strength and Performance Coach, or Coaching of Sport Certificates; or an AS in Sports Medicine; and/or students interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of exercise on the body and mind.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts.
Transfers to: CSU

This course provides an overview of the study of movement as it relates to exercise under both normal and injury conditions. Students learn the basic anatomical principals used specifically in the area of human performance. Emphasis is placed on applying body alignment, range of motion, stabilization, and acceleration principles important to the analysis of movement. This course is designed for students pursuing careers in the fitness industry or a certificate in either the Fitness Specialist Program, Mat Pilates Instructor, or Peak Performance for Sport. It is also for students interested in furthering their understanding of the biomechanical effects of exercise on the body.

Advisory: It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to:UC (*credit limit), CSU(*The UC will grant a maximum of 8 units of credit for PE Theory courses)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: CSU

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (*credit limit), CSU(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 units credit for PE activity courses)

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written college composition and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 units credit for KINA activity courses)

This cross training course is designed for beginning through advanced students who want to increase their cardiovascular fitness level through a variety of aerobic and anaerobic activities. The course is designed to present the following skills: running, cycling, swimming, interval training, and introduction to weight training. Additionally, students learn basic definitions and terminology of the current fitness arena, assisting them with fitness as a lifelong process using a variety of cardiovascular mediums.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 units credit for PE activity courses)

This course covers the fundamentals of strength and conditioning. Students are introduced to a variety of routines that enable them to develop personal strength and conditioning plans.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written college composition and read college-level texts.
Transfers to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 units credit for KINA activity courses)

This course introduces students to the basic Pilates floor exercises, which are designed to increase strength in abdominal and spinal musculature. Students engage in activities and exercises designed to increase awareness of body alignment; strength in the torso, spine, and limbs; and endurance. By engaging in activities, students also learn breathing techniques to utilize in strength training exercises, how to increase coordination and improve balance, and about the muscle groups and their actions being utilized during traditional Pilates mat work. This course is suitable for students interested in conditioning, dance, Hatha Yoga, and athletics, as well as students seeking to increase strength to better support the spine during everyday activities.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written college composition and read college-level texts.
Transfer to: UC (credit limit*), CSU
(*The UC will grant a maximum of 4 units credit for KINA activity courses)

This introductory course is designed for beginning students who want to learn the fundamental physical Asanas (poses) of Hatha Yoga as well as Pranayama (breathing techniques) and Dhyana (meditation techniques). The goal of the course is to integrate the mind, body, and spirit and to give students tools to better manage stress, alleviate physical tensions, and encourage optimum fitness. In the course, students learn proper physical alignment in the standing poses (i.e., Sun Salutation Series A-C, Warrior 1-2, Downward Dog, Upward Dog, Cobra, Triangle, Crescent); the floor poses (i.e., Staff, Lotus, Cobbler, Twists, Backbends); and elementary inversions (i.e., Inverted Leg Rest, Headstand Preparation, Wall-Dog Preparation). This course is a requirement for the Yoga Teacher Training Certificate of Achievement (C.O.A.) and an elective for the Fitness Specialist C.O.A.

Advisory:It is advised that students be able to engage in written composition at a college level, read college-level texts, and have knowledge of elementary algebra concepts.
Transfers to: UC,CSU

This course provides an overview of the role of nutrition to increase energy and enhance performance. Nutrients such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, and water will be introduced. The digestive system and metabolic systems will be discussed. Sport and exercise nutrient needs before, during, and after exercise are evaluated for their effect on optimal health and performance. Carbohydrate loading, popular diets, and supplementation are discussed. This course is designed for the student pursuing a career in the fitness industry; certificates in Fitness Specialist, Coaching of Sport, Sport and Performance Coach, and Community Health Worker; and/or the A.A. in Dance and the A.S in Sports Medicine, as well as those interested in furthering their understanding of the effects of nutrition on the mind and body.