PE 207 - Aerobics

Credit Hours: 1

An introductory class designed to teach students the basic knowledge of aerobics. Students will engage in aerobic dance which gives the body a total fitness workout including cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, balance, and flexibility. Areas to be covered include safety guidelines, fitness training principles, and a variety of training methods for aerobic fitness. Students should develop an appreciation for fitness and have adequate information to form a base for starting and continuing a lifetime fitness program.

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

identify basic aerobic dance moves by matching the move with the corresponding name for the move;
demonstrate proper technique for basic aerobic dance moves;
demonstrate improved endurance by being able to perform vigorous, nonstop movement;
demonstrate improved coordination and rhythm by being able to perform the dances taught in class;
develop a personal fitness program; and
evaluate a classmate’s skill level performing basic aerobic dance moves.

F/S (C, N, S)