Sports Instructional Program (Activity) (PED)             
Course Schedules

The complete description of the Sports Instructional Program is found in the Department of Physical Education and Sport in the Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow College of Health Professions.

Note: a limitation of 6 hours of PED courses may be applied toward the requirements for graduation.

PED 121 Steelhead Fly Tying 1(Spec)
This course introduces the materials and techniques of tying flies for use in river steelhead fishing. $50 fee for materials.

PED 122 Diving, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp
Beginning techniques of springboard diving. $10 aquatic fee.

PED 123 Aqua-Aerobics 1(Spec) F, Sp
Fitness concepts and water exercise program for people of all ages and fitness levels. Prerequisite: None. CR/ NC only. $10 aquatic fee.

PED 127 Beginning Swimming 1(1-0) F, Sp 
Instruction in basic skills of water adjustment, floating, kicking and learning to swim across the pool. CR/NC only. $10 aquatic fee.

PED 129 Intermediate Swimming 1(1-0) F, Sp
Introduction to swim strokes, backstroke, front crawl, elementary backstroke, sidestroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. CR/NC only. $10 aquatic fee. Prerequisites: PED 127 or beginning level swimming competency; approval of instructor; ability to swim one length of pool.

PED 130 Advanced Swimming 1(1-0) F, Sp
Conditioning and Advanced Swimming Stroke Techniques. CR/NC only. $10 aquatic fee. Prerequisites: PED 129 or intermediate level swimming competency; approval of instructor; skill in breaststroke, front crawl and sidestroke.

PED 132 Introduction to Clogging 1(Spec)
Beginner level of clogging. Students will learn basic level clogging steps using a variety of music. Students will learn to read cue-sheets and understand the history of clogging. Identical to DAN 132. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.

PED 136 Aerobic Kickboxing 2(Spec) F, Sp
This course is designed to provide students with an aerobic workout while learning basic techniques based on various forms of martial arts.

PED 137 Fitness Walking 2(1-2) F, Sp
A course comprised of fitness walking activities designed for students who want to begin a program to improve their cardiovascular endurance. Physician approval is recommended.

PED 138 Hi-Lo Aerobics 2(Spec) F, Sp
A beginning aerobic workout course comprised of conditioning activities and vigorous nonstop rhythmic movement patterns designed to improve or maintain cardiovascular endurance.

PED 139 Step Aerobics I  2(1-2) F, Sp
A course comprised of step aerobic conditioning activities and vigorous movement patterns designed to improve or maintain cardiovascular endurance. Physician approval is recommended.

PED 140 Turbo Kick 2(Spec)
Interval training workout with kickboxing moves choreographed to contemporary music intended to focus on development of movement combinations and core strength. Prerequisite: none.

PED 141 Judo, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student must furnish own Gi.

PED 142 Hapkido - The Way of Coordinated Power 1(1-0)
Hapkido is a Korean self-defense style which combines elements of Judo, Tae Kwon-Do, and Aikido. It is easy to learn, safe to practice, and enjoyable.

PED 145 Fundamentals of Gymnastics 1(Spec) F, Sp
Designed primarily for students with no previous experience in gymnastics.

PED 150 Archery 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes own arrows.

PED 153 Jogging 1(Spec)

PED 154 Bowling 1(Spec) F, Sp
A $25 course fee is charged.

PED 155 Beginning Fencing 1(Spec)
An introduction to the skills, strategies, and terminology of fencing. A $130 fee is charged for equipment.

PED 156 Golf, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 157 In-Line Skating 1(Spec)
Beginning techniques of in-line skating with a focus on safety and enjoyment.

PED 158 Beginning Figure Skating 2(Spec) F, Sp
Beginning Figure Skating is intended to present basic skills to the class. The goal is for the skater to feel more secure on the ice and to have the ability to perform basic skills.]

PED 159 Billiards, Beginning 1(Spec)
Development of beginning billiards skills. Prerequisite: none.

PED 160 Racquetball, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes racquet, official ball, and eyeguard.

PED 161 Beginning Snowboarding 1(Spec) Sp
Development of beginning snowboarding skills. $65.00 fee.

PED 162 Snow Skiing, Beginning 1(Spec) Sp
A $65.00 course fee for lift tickets and lessons is charged. Student furnishes own equipment or rents it from ski resort.

PED 163 Cross Country Skiing 1(Spec) Sp
Beginning class in cross country skiing involving on-snow techniques, waxing, proper equipment choices, and field trips.

PED 164 Individual Sports 2(Spec)
A course which will expose students to badminton, golf, and tennis, which are individual, lifetime sports.

PED 165 Tennis, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes own racket and balls.

PED 169 Workshop in Leisure Time Sports 1-6(Spec) D

PED 170 Fundamentals of Basketball 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 174 Team Sports 2(Spec) F, Sp

PED 175 Wallyball 1(1-0) F, Sp
Wallyball combines the skills of volleyball, racketball, and handball.

PED 176 Soccer 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 177 Softball 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 178 Volleyball, Beginning 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 179 Fundamentals of Floor Hockey 1(Spec)
To learn the fundamentals of floor hockey.

PED 180 Individual Program of Physical Activity 1-4(Spec) D
Designed for students physically unable to participate in regularly scheduled PES activities.

PED 184 Military Physical Conditioning 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 185 Physical Conditioning and Body Mechanics 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 186 Physical Fitness for Life 2(2-0) F, Sp
Identical to PES 186. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.

PED 189 Weight Training and Conditioning 2(Spec) F, Sp
This is a personal fitness course. It will cover the importance of muscular work for acquiring strength needed for successful performance in most physical activities and its relationship to the total conditioning program.

PED 222 Diving, Intermediate 1(Spec) F, Sp
Intermediate techniques of springboard diving.

PED 236 Intermediate Aerobic Kickboxing 2(Spec)
Non-contact, fast-paced, aerobic workout done to music utilizing kicks from martial arts and punches from boxing, while emphasizing heart rate monitoring and developing consistent form. Prerequisite: PED 136 or previous aerobic experience.

PED 238 Intermediate Aerobics 2(1-2)
This class provides increased length and difficulty of aerobic exercise. Designed to improve or maintain cardiovascular endurance for those with previous aerobic experience. Physician approval is recommended. Prerequisite: previous aerobic experience.

PED 241 Judo, Intermediate 1(Spec) F, Sp

PED 242 Intermediate-Hapkido 1(Spec)
Further development of the skills and philosophies of Hapkido. Prerequisite: PED 142.

PED 254 Bowling, Intermediate 1(Spec) F, Sp
To develop further understanding and appreciation of bowling. To develop further proficiency in the fundamental skills of bowling. Fee of $25. Prerequisites: PED 154 or equivalent.

PED 255 Intermediate Fencing 1(Spec)
Opportunity for students to continue beyond the beginning level of skill and strategy mastery. A $130 fee is charged for equipment. Prerequisite: PED 142.

PED 256 Intermediate Golf 1(Spec) F, Sp
Intermediate golf skills taught. Classes meet at golf course. Student furnishes own clubs and transportation. A golf course fee of $40 is charged. Prerequisite: beginning golf skills.

PED 258 Intermediate Figure Skating 2(Spec) F, Sp
Intermediate Figure Skating is intended to present more advanced skills and combination moves to the class The goal is for skaters to learn and execute more difficult skills and to gain speed and confidence on the ice.

PED 261 Intermediate Snowboarding 1(Spec) Sp
Continued development of snowboarding skills. $65.00 fee. Prerequisites: PED 161 or permission of instructor.

PED 262 Snow Skiing, Intermediate 1(Spec) Sp
A $65.00 course fee for lift tickets and lessons is charged. Student furnishes own equipment or rents it from ski resort.

PED 265 Tennis, Intermediate 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes own racket and balls.

PED 270 3-on-3 Basketball 1(Spec)
Development of skills needed to play 3-on-3 basketball. Prerequisite: PED 170 or permission of instructor.

PED 278 Volleyball, Intermediate 1(Spec) F, Sp
Prerequisite: skill test; student should perform spiking and defensive movements.

PED 285 Strength Training 1(Spec) F, Sp
Course designed to provide students the opportunity to improve muscular strength and endurance through the utilization of resistant weight training.

PED 356 Golf, Advanced 2(2-0) D
Development of advanced skills. Planning course strategy; rule interpretation; designing and administering tournaments; figuring handicaps, index, course slope. Class meets at golf course. Course fee is charged.

PED 360 Racquetball, Advanced 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes racquet, official ball, and eye protection.

PED 361 Advanced Snowboarding 1(Spec) Sp
To further understand, appreciate and develop proficiency in the skills of advanced snowboarding. $65.00 fee. Prerequisites: PED 261 or permission of instructor.

PED 362 Snow Skiing, Advanced 1(Spec) D
A $65.00 course fee for lift tickets and lessons is charged. Student furnishes own equipment or rents it from ski resort.

PED 363 Indoor Racket and Paddle Sports 2(2-0)
Combines units in badminton-table tennis and/or tennis-racquetball; racket sports with somewhat similar strategies.

PED 365 Tennis, Advanced 1(Spec) F, Sp
Student furnishes own racket and balls.

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