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University Bulletin: Undergraduate Programs 2003-2004 The George Washington University  

 
   
 

EXERCISE AND SPORT ACTIVITIES


With the exception of undergraduates enrolled in the School of Public Health and Health Services, credit for exercise and sport activities courses is not recognized for the baccalaureate. The University is not responsible for injuries received in any of the activities of these courses, and the student assumes full responsibility therefor.

10 Badminton (1)  
  Students learn the mechanics of the basic skills and practice to improve the execution of a variety of serves, serve returns, clears, drops, drives, and smashes. Strategy for singles, doubles, and mixed doubles play.
20 Beginning/Intermediate Golf (1)  
  All aspects of the game of golf and its rules. Fundamentals of the golf swing, the short game, and course management. On-course experience. Course fee, $60.
21 Foil Fencing (1)  
  Basic positions and fundamental movements of foil fencing; overview of the entire sport.
22 Basketball (1)  
  Fundamental skills, practice, rules, and scoring.
24 Volleyball (1)  
  Fundamental skills, practice, rules, and scoring.
26 Karate (1)  
  Introduction to Shotokan Karate, with an emphasis on realistic self-defense and development of the mind—body connection. Basic stances, blocks, and strikes of Shotokan.
28 Massage (1)  
  Physiological effects of stress on the muscular system and how massage is used to address these effects. Proper technique and application of Swedish Massage strokes and other related therapies. Course fee, $10.
29 Yoga (1)  
  Introduction to Hatha Yoga; basic postures and breathing.
30 Fitness—Selected Activities (1)  
31 Weight Training (1)  
  Weight training techniques and related concepts of anatomy, nutrition, and exercise physiology. Emphasis on safety, form, benefits, and personal goals.
32 Aqua Aerobics (1)  
  Aerobic conditioning, muscle toning, and increased flexibility using water resistance. Emphasis on the positive impact of regular physical fitness.
33 Swimming (1)  
  Basic components of swimming and development of proper stroke mechanics in the four styles of swimming: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
37 Indoor Soccer (1)  
  Technical and tactical aspects of the sport are addressed.
38 Racquetball (1)  
  Rules, basic skills, and strategies.
39 Cardio-Kick-Boxing (1)  
  Exposure to a variety of hand and foot techniques from boxing and traditional martial arts, with an emphasis on learning to work out at a safe and challenging level for improved strength, flexibility, and cardiorespiratory fitness.
40 Self-Defense and Personal Safety (1)  
  Development of an understanding of assault and the wide range of options for self-defense. Drills of verbal assertiveness, concentration/relaxation, and physical defense. Concepts of alignment, balance, and the mechanics of generating force.
41 Mat Pilates (1)  
  Basic understanding of the principles of Pilates, including postural alignment, breathing techniques, strengthening, and stretching.
42 Cardio-Conditioning (1)  
  A variety of aerobic activity, including step, high/low, hip-hop, sports training, and power walking. Each class includes a warm-up, aerobic segment, and cool down.
43 Tai Chi (1)  
  Introduction to the art of Tai Chi Ch'uan. Focus on the solo form, which is a series of slow, circular, continuous movements. Tai Chi principles, philosophy, and history. Body alignment, kinetics, and warm-up exercises.
44 Aikido (1)  
  Aikido helps participants deal with stressful and threatening situations and defend themselves if necessary in situations where force and violence is imminent.
45 Experimental Activities (1)  
  Topic and amount of laboratory fee (if charged) announced in Schedule of Classes.
46 Taekwondo (1)  
  The fundamental techniques and training regimen of taekwondo, a Korean martial art. Beginning students become proficient in the techniques required for a promotion to yellow belt. More advanced students receive training appropriate to their rank.
47 Bowling (1)  
  Basic components and skills for this lifetime sport. Course fee, $135.
48 Horseback Riding (1)  
  Theory and practice for beginning, intermediate, and advanced level students. Course fee, $350.
49 In-Line Skating (1)  
  Students learn to skate and stop, in control and with confidence.
50 Shiatsu (1)  
  Balanced and centered movements are drawn from the martial arts of Tai Chi Ch'uan Aikido, a method of self-development.
53 Squash (1)  
  Basic rules, skills, and the strategies involved in the game. Equipment fee, $25.
56 Scuba Diving Certification Course (2)  
  This is an entry-level PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) course, leading to international diver certification. The student is introduced to the techniques and theories of safe diving in pool and lecture sessions. Course fee, $150.
57 Scuba Lab (1)  
  Open water dive certification lab. Course fee, $150.
60 CPR/First Aid (1)  
  At the completion of the course the student will be able to address adult, child, and infant choking and perform rescue breathing and CPR techniques as taught by the American Red Cross. Course fee, $13.
61 Lifeguard Training Certification Course (2)  
  Skills and knowledge needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. Course content and activities prepare lifeguard candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and other incidents. Course fee, $10.
62 Conditioning/Weight Training (2)  
  The fundamentals and theory behind various methods of weight training, cardiovascular fitness, and nutrition.
65 Introduction to Therapeutic Massage (2)  
  Basic Swedish massage and deep-tissue techniques.
66 Sports Massage (2)  
  Principles of orthopaedic sports massage, the musculoskeletal conditions that can benefit from it, and performance of these massage techniques. Course fee, $10.
67 Aerobics Instructor Training (2)  
  Fundamentals of instruction for a group exercise leader. Participants develop the skills needed to teach a safe, enjoyable, and effective group exercise class.
68 Sport Clinics and Workshops  
  Special intensive study and skill development. There may be a laboratory fee, amount announced in Schedule of Classes.
 

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