KIN 235 - Intermediate Activities: Tai Chi

Units: 1 ; Breadth Area: GE-E
Introduction to Intermediate Tai Chi movement practice, with an emphasis on training of the body and mind.

Strongly Recommended Preparation: Prior experience in the activity - check with instructor.
Repeatability: May be repeated for credit for a maximum of 2 units.
Possible Instructional Methods: On-ground.
Grading: A-F or CR/NC (student choice).
Breadth Area(s) Satisfied: GE-E -Lifelong Learning and Self-Development
Student Learning Outcomes - Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Recognize and appreciate the benefits of being physically active (active living) to life-long fitness, health, and wellness
Identify the aesthetic, creative, personal, social, physical, and cognitive benefits and opportunities accrued by being physically active
Understand the basic principles of effective and safe physical activity participation
Know the history and fundamental components of a given physical activity
Use appropriate assessments to evaluate their own and others’ physical activity competence
List the disciplinary areas that are used to understand physical activity

E. Lifelong Learning and Self-Development Learning Outcomes

develop intellectual, practical, and/or physical skills and abilities that will serve them throughout their lives;
apply their learning to other pursuits within and outside of the classroom; and
demonstrate the capacity to make informed and ethical decisions.