Las Positas | Spring 2022 Class Schedule

47 SPRING 2022 925.424.1000 | [email protected] SPRING 2022 - COURSE LISTINGS Please refer to the online schedule on CLASS-Web to access course section details and the course record numbers (CRNs) for registration. KIN SWF1 SWIMMING FOR FITNESS 1 1.0 Units This course is designed to introduce students to conditioning for swimming. This is a broad level course that will utilize a variety of strokes to increase cardiovascular fitness, as well as introduce the students to different training methodologies. Strongly Recommended: KIN SW2. KIN SWF2 SWIMMING FOR FITNESS 2 1.0 Units This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in sprint training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of sprint training as they relate to different distances (50 and 100 yards/meters). Instruction will also include sprint training for each of the competitive strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Strongly Recommended: KIN SWF1, KIN SW3 KIN SWF3 SWIMMING FOR FITNESS 3 1.0 Units This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in middle distance training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of middle-distance training for freestyle as they relate to specific race distances: 200, 400, and 500. Instruction will also focus on the 200 & 400 Individual Medley and the 200’s of the strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly). Strongly Recommended: KIN SWF1 and KIN SW3 KIN SWF4 SWIMMING FOR FITNESS 4 1.0 Units This is an intermediate level swim fitness course with an emphasis in distance training. This course will teach the student about the different aspects of distance training for freestyle as they relate to specific race distances: 800/1500 meters and 1000/1650 yards. Instruction will also include an introduction to open water swimming techniques and strategies. Strongly Recommended: KIN SWF1 and KIN SW3 KIN VB1 VOLLEYBALL BEGINNING 1.0 Units Provides instruction on the individual and team skills and strategies of volleyball. KIN VB2 VOLLEYBALL INTERMEDIATE 1.0 Units This is a course designed and developed for the intermediate level volleyball player. It is a continuation of beginning volleyball with an emphasis in executing the fundamental skills and techniques of power volleyball at a higher level. This course differs from beginning volleyball in that set patterns and systems of offense and defense are used in a team strategy. BEFORE ENROLLING student should have proficiency in the skills of passing and setting. Strongly Recommended: KIN VB1 with a minimum grade of C KIN VB3 VOLLEYBALL ADVANCED 1.0 Units Advanced techniques of volleyball with emphasis on competitive play. Strongly Recommended: KIN VB2 with a minimum grade of C KINWT1 WEIGHT TRAINING 1 1.0 Units This course provides an introduction to weight training. Students will learn how to improve muscle strength and muscle endurance through the correct application of basic weight training principles. KINWT2 WEIGHT TRAINING 2 1.0 Units Weight Training 2 is a continuation course to the Basic course WTW1. The Principles of Training, Level 2 terminology and weight training biomechanics will be presented. Level 2 programs and possible variations will be applied in the prescription of the personal weight training program. The course will incorporate lectures on possible injuries and prevention in a more advanced weight training setting. Implementation of goal setting, tracking, analyzing, progressing individual programs will be included. Strongly Recommended: KIN WT1 with a minimum grade of C KINWTW1 WOMENS WEIGHT TRAINING 1 1.0 Units This specialized course will provide an orientation to the basic weight training machines available in gyms/clubs and proper gym etiquette, a study of the basic musculoskeletal anatomy and kinesiology of the female body, present the fundamental tenets of weight training, discuss how to maintain healthy body composition, and information on designing a weight training program to achieve attainable personal goals. Pre/Post Fitness Assessments will be conducted to establish a baseline of fitness and a measuring instrument for improvement towardweight training goals Through proper education and implementation of sound weight training principles, the female student will be able to maintain a healthy lifestyle throughout various stages of life. KINWTW2 WOMENS TRAINING 2 1.0 Units Women’s Weight Training 2 is a continuation course to Women’s Weight Training 1. Students will increase muscular strength and/ or muscular endurance using weight machines, free weights, and body weight exercises. Implementation of program design and goal setting will be included. Strongly Recommended: KIN WTW1 with a minimum grade of C. KIN YO1 YOGA 1 1.0 Units This is an introductory course exploring the principles of Hatha Yoga and how they apply to achieving lifetime fitness. Emphasis is on developing awareness of body alignment, balance, and flexibility through a series of exercises and poses. Breathing exercises, relaxation and meditation techniques are learned and practiced throughout the course. KIN YO2 YOGA 2 1.0 Units This is an intermediate Hatha Yoga course that emphasizes intense stretching, balancing, and building of muscular strength. A series of poses and breathing techniques will be practiced in order to create a more strenuous yoga experience. Emphasis will be on the principles of healthy living, along with proper posture, relaxation and meditation techniques. Strongly Recommended: KIN YO1 with a minimum grade of C KIN YO3 YOGA 3 1.0 Units This is an intermediate/advanced Hatha Yoga course that introduces the student to a variety of Yoga styles and meditation practices. Gentle, Restorative, and Vinyasa Yoga along with various meditation techniques will be practiced, improving concentration, physical endurance, flexibility, balance, and posture. The course integrates intermediate breathing techniques to deepen the level of introspection in both poses and meditation. Basic Sanskrit terminology will be introduced. Emphasis will be placed on mindfulness and strengthening the mind/body connection. Strongly Recommended: KIN YO1 and KIN YO2 with a minimum grade of C KIN YO4 YOGA 4 1.0 Units This course introduces the student to the advanced practice of Yoga and meditation. Students learn the practice of vigorous Vinyasa flow to improve concentration, physical endurance, flexibility, balance and posture. This course integrates Yoga philosophy and advanced breathing techniques to deepen the mind/body connection and reduce stress. Strongly Recommended: KIN YO1 and KIN YO2 with a minimum grade of C KIN YIN1 YIN YOGA 1 1.0 Units This course is an introduction to the practice of Yin Yoga. Yin Yoga is a meditative, therapeutic practice that combines slow dynamic Scan here to visit the current Spring 2022 class schedule online