Classes in kin

KIN 1 Orientation for Student-Athlete Success 1.0 units
Description: This course identifies and clarifies issues relevant to student-athletes. Students will be exposed to the student services available to them and learn practical skills which will assist them in obtaining their educational objectives. Learning styles as well as academic eligibility and transfer rules will be covered.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Locate a variety of support services; including the library, learning/tutoring center, counselors, financial aid office, and the career/transfer center; and analyze how these services can help one succeed.
2. Develop a comprehensive education plan by the end of the course.
3. Outline the eligibility requirements necessary to compete athletically at the community college and 4-year college levels, including generating a plan which includes the transfer requirements.


KIN 2 Introduction to Kinesiology 3.0 units
Description: This course is designed to examine the field of kinesiology from a historical, ethical, philosophical, and contemporary viewpoint. The broad spectrum of kinesiology, using the interdisciplinary approach to the study of human movement will be discussed. Sub-disciplines in the field along with career options will be introduced. Previously listed as PE 2. (C-ID: KIN 100)

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the importance of physical activity in daily life and the implications of this for the discipline of kinesiology.
2. Identify the nature and demands of professional occupations, the career options available to students graduating from departments of kinesiology, and the qualifications associated with each.
3. Examine kinesiology and its importance as a discipline and identify current issues in the discipline and sub-disciplines.


KIN 3 Introduction to Athletic Training 4.0 units
Description: An introductory course in athletic training/sports medicine. This course will familiarize the student with the six domains of athletic training: prevention; clinical evaluation and diagnosis; immediate care; treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning; organization and administration; and professional responsibility. Also included is hands-on experience in the training room and at athletic events. Previously listed as PE 3. ADVISORY: Skills in First Aid and CPR

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop, demonstrate and apply the basic skills of athletic training relative to the daily operations of an athletic training facility.
2. Assess an athletic injury, explain the basic anatomy and physiology involved in that injury, recognize the mechanics of that injury and provide an appropriate treatment for that injury.


KIN 4A Athletic Training Practicum I 2.0 units
Description: This course provides students majoring in Kinesiology with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills in KIN 3. Emphasis is placed on handling an emergency situation, acute injury management, prevention of athletics injuries, wrapping and taping techniques and basic injury rehabilitation. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C grade) requires the students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. This course was previously listed as KIN 3A. ADVISORY: KIN 3

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Translate the material presented during class demonstrations.
2. Develop a general strength and conditioning program for injury prevention which includes utilizing stretching techniques.
3. Identify specific anatomical structuresassociated with athletic taping and wrapping techniques.
4. Apply the information and skills presented in class; including acute injury assessment in life threatening and non-life threatening situations (primary and secondary survey); and develop a basic athletic injury rehabilitation plan.


KIN 4B Athletic Training Practicum II 2.0 units
Description: This course provided students with an opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in KIN 3 and KIN 4A. Emphasis is placed on taping, bracing, padding, splinting, protective equipment, recognition and management of specific sports injuries and conditions and formulating treatment plans. Provides practical exposure to the athletic training profession and increases student's proficiency in athletic training competencies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C Grade) requires students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. PREREQUISITES: KIN 3 AND KIN 4A

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Translate the material presented during class demonstrations.
2. Perform an injury evaluation; including gathering a history or subjective findings, performing an observation (range of motion, manual muscle testing, special tests, neurological tests, and palpation), assessing an injury, and formulating a treatment plan utilizing therapeutic exercise and modalities.
3. Identify the anatomical features associated with specific athletic injuries.
4. Apply prophylactic equipment/techniques associated with specific athletic injuries.


KIN 4C Athletic Training Practicum III 2.0 units
Description: This course provides students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired in KIN 3, KIN 4A and KIN 4B. Emphasis is placed on the hands-on experience of recognition, management and evaluation of athletic injuries and assisting the Certified Athletic Trainer with daily management of an athletic training facility. Provides continued practical exposure to the athletic training profession and increases student's proficiency in athletic training competencies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Successful completion (C grade) requires the students to complete 75 hours of lab work in addition to the course's academic requirements. PREREQUISITES: KIN 3, KIN 4A and KIN 4B.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Assist the Certified Athletic Trainer with various duties; including performing initial evaluations, maintaining medical records, and assisting with various administrative duties such as inventory review and supply bids.
2. Instruct others on the proper maintenance of an Athletic Training Facility.
3. Design and apply a comprehensive rehabilitative program.


KIN 5 Individual and Dual Sports 3.0 units
Description: Designed for those planning to work with children in the field of physical education or recreation. Activities such as badminton, bowling, golf, tennis, and archery may be covered. Previously listed as PE 5. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 260.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop and implement a simple lesson plan for one of the sports presented in class, including utilizing a tournament format.
2. Develop the basic skills necessary to perform each of the activities and explain the rules of play for each.


KIN 6 Games & Rhythms Child’s Physical Development:Foundation/Framework 3.0 units
Description: Nature, function and organization of physical activities for children. Introduction to the physical domain of the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks. Emphasis is given to the understanding of movement skills and concepts. Designed for those planning to work with children. Provides practical strategies for implementing the curriculum frameworks developed for this domain. Applicable to required or Child Development Permit holders, pre-school, transitional kindergarten, and early-primary teachers. Also listed as CD 6. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. ADVISORY: Eligible for English 250 and English 260.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Analyze and describe the progression of motor skills and movement concepts learned by children.
2. Develop a lesson plan and teach their fellow classmates a game/activity utilizing the knowledge and skills learned throughout the semester.
3. Articulate the teacher’s role in collaborating with families to support children’s physical development.
4. Explain the roles of the California Preschool Learning Foundations and Frameworks in the education of young children and their relationship to the Desired Results Developmental (DRDP), California Common Core State Standards for kindergarten and Content Standards for California Public Schools (kindergarten).
5. Plan environments and opportunities to support physical development, based on the observation of children in classroom settings.


KIN 7 Theory of Sports Management 3.0 units
Description: This course introduces the theory of organizing, planning, directing and controlling a sports program. Areas such as budgeting, fundraising, advertising, marketing, and studying contract law will also be included.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Access the job opportunities in sport management, select an area of interest, and develop a plan which supports that goal.
2. Attend an athletic event and work with the coach and/or athletic administrator to experience game day management operations.
3. Apply the principles of sport marketing to publicize an athletic program or event.


KIN 8 Introduction to Sports Psychology 3.0 units
Description: A course designed to provide the student with some of the theoretical and practical knowledge of applying psychological techniques within sport situations and to better understand the relevance of mental factors necessary to maximize athletic performance. Some of the areas that will be addressed are motivation, goal setting, the use of mental imagery, time management, and deal with stress. The relationship between life in sport and life outside of sport and how each affect performance will also be covered. This class has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 8.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explore the philosophy and foundational beliefs necessary to acquire the skills and knowledge needed to help reach peak performance.
2. Describe ways to build a motivated, committed, and cohesive team.
3. Apply the principles and theory from Sports Psychology to mental skills training for performance enhancement.


KIN 15 Sports and Society 3.0 units
Description: This course examines the role of sports in society. It will look at how sports influences and shapes the world by investigating the historical, social, economic and political impact of sports on society.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and trace the influences and role of sports/sports programs in society; including on economics, politics, and ethics.
2. Compare and contrast social and cultural factors that influence sports across the globe.
3. Summarize sports deviance across cultures in a global society.
4. Examine and explain minority, cultural and ethnic contributions to sports in a global society.


KIN 16A Swimming - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Co-educational activity designed for the beginning swimmer. Instruction on floating, rhythmic breathing, freestyle, elementary backstroke, and backstroke is included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the freestyle, elementary backstroke, and backstroke by applying the proper stroke mechanics.
2. Explain and utilize water safety rules in both the shallow pool and the deep pool.


KIN 16B Swimming - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the intermediate swimmer. Instruction on the sidestroke and breaststroke is included as well as continued improvement on the freestyle, elementary backstroke and backstroke. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate improved mechanics for the freestyle, elementary backstroke, and backstroke.
2. Perform the sidestroke and breaststroke by utilizing the proper stroke mechanics.


KIN 16C Swimming - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the advanced swimmer. Continued improvement on all strokes. Variations of the sidestroke and the butterfly will be covered. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 16. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Efficiently perform the freestyle, backstroke, sidestroke, and breaststroke.
2. Execute variations of the sidestroke and demonstrate the butterfly.


KIN 17A Golf - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity stressing the basic rules and etiquette with emphasis on the 7 iron, putting, and the 3 wood. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain and apply the correct etiquette, courtesies, and terminology of golf.
2. Demonstrate the proper technique when utilizing the 7 iron, putter, and 3 wood.


KIN 17B Golf - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity with emphasis on low iron play, wedge play, and the driver. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe and apply the proper rules of golf during play, including keeping score.
2. Demonstrate the proper technique when utilizing the 3 - 6 irons, wedge, and driver.


KIN 17C Golf - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity with emphasis on all irons, wedges, and woods. Includes course play. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 17. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Identify and perform the six stages of the golf swing, including the swing checkpoints.
2. Apply their golf skills and golf knowledge while playing a nine hole golf course.


KIN 18A Tennis - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity stressing the basic tennis forehand, backhand, serve, and volley along with an introduction to the court markings. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the basic forehand, backhand, serve, and volley.
2. Recognize and value this physical activity which can be performed throughout life.


KIN 18B Tennis - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity stressing various tennis stroke techniques, such as a topspin and slice forehand, backhand, and serve. The lob, overhead and rules of the game, including scoring and etiquette will be introduced. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate a topspin and slice forehand, backhand and serve and a fundamentally sound lob and overhead.
2. Apply the rules of the game, including scoring and court etiquette.


KIN 18C Tennis - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity which incorporates tennis skills into game play, utilizing singles and doubles strategies. Introduces the drop shot, half volley, a tiebreak, and no-ad scoring. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 18. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Execute a variety of forehand; backhand; volley, including the half volley; drop shot and service techniques in class drills and game play.
2. Demonstrate singles and doubles strategy, including explaining and utilizing a tiebreak and no-ad scoring. .


KIN 19A Badminton - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning badminton students. Includes the fundamentals of the badminton forehand, backhand, overhead clear, and serve as well as the court markings. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the basic badminton forehand, backhand, overhead clear, high serve and low serve.
2. Identify the markings of a badminton court.


KIN 19B Badminton - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate badminton students. Includes the fundamentals of the clear, drive, smash, drop shot, net play, and the rules for singles and doubles games. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the techniques for a badminton clear, drive, smash, and drop shot.
2. Apply the rules of the game for singles and doubles play, including game scoring.


KIN 19C Badminton - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for advanced badminton students. Includes the techniques for the advanced skills of the around the head clear, smash and drop shot, variation of the net shot and serve, as well as strategies of the game. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 19. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Execute a variety of clears, drives, smashes, drop shots, net play and serve variations in class drills and game play.
2. Demonstrate and explain singles and doubles badminton strategies.


KIN 20A Bowling - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity for beginning bowling students. Includes the benefits, rules, safety, and etiquette of bowling. Also includes the acquisition and application of motor skills appropriate to beginning bowling. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct "strike starting position", the approach, and the release of the ball.
2. Describe what a "perfect strike" is.


KIN 20B Bowling - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate bowling students. This course is designed to review the fundamentals of bowling and to introduce more ball delivery skills and lane strategy. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop and adapt the approach and variations of the four step approach.
2. Demonstrate the use of specific strike and spare adjustment systems, including adjusting straight and hook ball deliveries.


KIN 20C Bowling - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for advanced bowling students. Includes the 3-6-9 spare system and adjustments required on lane conditions. Previously listed as KIN 20. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply a consistent set-up, approach, and delivery of the bowling ball.
2. Demonstrate and describe how to pick up a spare using the 3-6-9 spare system.


KIN 22 Field Work and Service 0.5 units
Description: Supervised field work within the college and with local agencies. Students serve in useful group activities in leadership roles prescribed for them by faculty or community agencies. A maximum of six units may be completed. This is a pass/no pass course. REQUIRED: Learning contracts must be filled out and signed by the student and the supervising instructor. Previously listed as PE 22.



KIN 23 Independent Study 1.0 units
Description: Designed to afford selected students specialized opportunities for exploring areas at the independent study level. The courses may involve extensive library work, research in the community, or special projects. May be repeated until six units of credit are accrued. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 23. REQUIRED: The study outline prepared by the student and the instructor must be filed with the department and the dean.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Articulate effectively; either in writing, oral presentation, or by demonstration; the learning resulting from their independent work.


KIN 24A Individualized Weight Training - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using the stations from the resistance machines. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop and perform a muscular strength training program specific to their needs which includes at least eight (8) of the stations from the resistance machines.
2. Name the major muscle groups used in the flexibility and resistance exercises they perform.


KIN 24B Individualized Weight Training - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using the stations from the resistance machines and hand weights as well as body weight exercises using stability equipment. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize at least two (2) types of muscular strength training routines that apply the principles of specificity, overload, and progression in their weekly workouts.
2. Incorporate at least two (2) stabilization endurance training exercises and two (2) hand weight exercises in their weekly workout routine.


KIN 24C Individualized Weight Training - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using strength and strength endurance training including plyometrics. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop and utilize a strength and strength endurance training program which focuses on the adaptation of strength.
2. Incorporate at least four (4) super set techniques and four (4) plyometric exercises in their weekly workout routine.


KIN 24D Individualized Weight Training - Level 4 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized strength training program using Olympic lifts and the kettle ball to develop maximum strength, hypertrophy, and power. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass no/pass. Previously listed as KIN 24. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Develop and perform a workout routine utilizing Olympic lifts that focuses on maximum strength, hypertrophy, and power.
2. Incorporate at least three (3) strength, hypertrophy, and/or power exercises utilizing the kettle bell in their workout routine.


KIN 31A Archery - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the beginning skill level. Safety, fundamentals, terminology and scoring are included. This course is designed to instruct students in the fundamental skills of archery as a target shooting sport. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate basic archery shooting skills, including stance, nocking the arrow, set-up, draw and load, anchor, aim, release and follow-through.
2. Explain and apply correct archery terminology.
3. Explain and utilize correct scoring methods.
4. List and practice the safety rules specific to target archery.


KIN 31B Archery - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the intermediate skill level. Includes instruction and practice in target archery which will allow the student to analyze their performance and develop a consistent shooting rhythm. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply the physical and mental skills of target archery to attain intermediate level techniques.
2. Develop and maintain consistent shooting sequence and rhythm.
3. Maintain accurate individual and tournament scorekeeping records.


KIN 33A Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will be able to calculate their target heart rate, reach a moderate exercise exertion level (40% - 50% THR), and chart their cardiovascular improvement
2. The student will be able to list and describe the areas of the FITTE principle in relationship to Cardiovascular fitness.


KIN 33B Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will be able to calculate their target heart rate, maintain a workout between 50% and 60% of their target heart rate zone, and chart their cardiovascular improvement.
2. Using the F.I.T.T.E. principle, the student will be able meet minimum levels of frequency, intensity and time in relationship to their Cardiovascular fitness.


KIN 33C Walk, Run For Fitness - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: A program of walking and/or running designed to improve cardiovascular fitness and strengthen the muscles throughout the body. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will be able to calculate their target heart rate, maintain a workout between 65% and 85% of their target heart rate zone, and chart their cardiovascular improvement.
2. Using the F.I.T.T.E. principle, the student will be able to increase levels of frequency, intensity and time, and use a minimum of two types of exercises in relationship to their Cardiovascular fitness.


KIN 39 Fencing 0.5 units
Description: This course will explore the offensive and defensive fencing skills with a foil. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 39.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The students will demonstrate their ability to attack and defend themselves with a foil while utilizing fencing etiquette and safety.
2. The students will demonstrate a sense of balance and timing as it relates to the sport of fencing.


KIN 44A Core and Cardio - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the Karvonen formula to calculate their target heart rate (THR) and then apply their THR to determine their workouts are at 40% - 50% of their THR.
2. Identify lifestyle changes which will help improve their physical and emotional well being and design goals which will help achieve those changes.


KIN 44B Core and Cardio - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the five components that make up a complete fitness program and incorporate them in class workouts which will be at 50% - 60% of their THR.
2. List and discuss the essential nutrients the body uses for energy and analyze how this relates to one's eating habits.


KIN 44C Core and Cardio- Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes a variety of activities to improve one's aerobic fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 44. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the principles (FITTE) of a cardiovascular fitness program and incorporate them in class workouts.
2. Increase their aerobic capacity by participating in class workouts at 60% - 80% of their THR.


KIN 61A Swim for Fitness - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: Designed to develop endurance and improve swimming skills in order to work on one's cardiovascular fitness. Includes use of the dolphin kick and alternate breathing. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the freestyle, including alternate breathing and the dolphin kick, and any other strokes to swim nonstop for a period of 30 minutes.
2. Recognize and value swimming as a physical activity that can be performed throughout life.


KIN 61B Swim for Fitness - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: Designed to improve endurance in order to maintain one's cardiovascular fitness. Includes use of streamlining and flip turns. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the freestyle, including streamlining and flip turns, and two other strokes to swim nonstop for a period of 45 minutes.
2. Monitor target heart rate to determine cardiovascular fitness improvement.


KIN 61C Swim for Fitness - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: Designed to provide the student with a lap swimming experience to maintain their physical fitness. Intermediate swimming ability is recommended. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 61. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Execute the three R's to perform an easy and efficient freestyle distance lap swim.
2. Utilize the freestyle a majority of the time and one other stroke to swim nonstop for a period of 60 minutes.


KIN 62A Yoga - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning yoga students. The emphasis will be on physical alignment and form, accessing postures through the use of props. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on the proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform a series of basic yoga poses (asanas) which demonstrate correct physical alignment and form while utilizing beginning yoga breathing techniques (pranayama).
2. Describe the benefits of yoga as a stress reducer, including discussing the benefits of including yoga as a lifelong activity.


KIN 62B Yoga - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate yoga students. Emphasis will be on strength, stamina, and flexibility. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate a series of intermediate yoga asanas (poses) incorporated in a basic vinyasa (flow sequence) while utilizing intermediate level yoga breathing techniques.
2. Discuss and perform basic level meditation techniques.


KIN 62C Yoga - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for advanced yoga students. Emphasis will be on linking the breath, drishti, and mudras with the appropriate pose. This is a program designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress by learning a series of poses and focusing on proper breathing techniques. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 62. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Link the pranayama (breathing techniques), drishti (gaze points), and mudras (hand postures) with the appropriate asanas (pose) to flow through vinyasas (sequences) independently and with less visual cuing.
2. Explain and utilize self-guided meditation, including creative visualization.


KIN 64A Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness training program of moderate exertion using the FITTE principles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Participate in a cardiovascular fitness program that applies the FITTE principles and utilizes one's THR to monitor exertion levels of 35% - 55% intensity.
2. Describe the value of cardiovascular exercise as a lifelong activity.


KIN 64B Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an intermediate level fitness program utilizing an individualized cardiovascular training approach. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Participate in a cardiovascular fitness program that applies the FITTE principles and utilizes one's THR to monitor exertion levels of 55% - 70% intensity.
2. Describe the modifications one would make to their workout routine if their goal was to lose weight.


KIN 64C Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness training program of high intensity activities using the FITTE principles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Participate in a cardiovascular fitness program that applies the FITTE principles and utilizes one's THR to monitor exertion levels of 70% - 85% intensity.
2. Incorporate at least three (3) modes/types of activities into their cardiovascular fitness program.


KIN 64D Individualized Cardiovascular Fitness - Level 4 0.5 units
Description: An open laboratory for those who desire an individualized cardiovascular fitness program utilizing the FITTE principles. High intensity training programs such as stage training and circuit training will be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 64. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the principles behind and incorporate stage training and circuit training in their cardiovascular fitness program.


KIN 66A Dance Fundamentals - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the beginning level. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and apply each dance form in regard to positions, body awareness, and beginning level loco-motor patterns and spatial awareness.
2. Express an appreciation of their own unique body and its ability to perform dance as an expressive art form.


KIN 66B Dance Fundamentals - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the intermediate level. Basic choreography skills will be included. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and apply each dance form in regard to positions, body awareness, and intermediate level loco-motor patterns as well as the level changes, turns, and spatial awareness.
2. Apply each dance form by demonstrating their skills in regard to musicality (rhythm and timing).


KIN 66C Dance Fundamentals - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to develop the student's technique of Dance Fundamentals (Ballet, Modern, Jazz) at the advanced level. Choreography assignments will be included. Emphasizes enjoyment of dance as a form of exercise and will include some conditioning. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 66. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and apply each dance form in regard to positions, body awareness, and advanced level loco-motor patterns as well as the leaps, jumps, multiple turns, and spatial awareness.
2. Apply their choreography theory and technique by producing an independent choreographed dance.


KIN 68A Bootcamp Fitness - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve an increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate their Target Heart Rate (THR) and then apply their THR to determine their workouts are at 40% - 50% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate 3 upper body and 3 lower body beginning level strength exercises utilizing one's body weight for resistance.
3. Demonstrate 2 core strength exercises and 2 core flexibility beginning level exercises for both the upper and lower body.


KIN 68B Bootcamp Fitness - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve and increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate their Target Heart Rate (THR) and then apply their THR to determine their workouts are at 50% - 60% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate 3 upper body and 3 lower body intermediate level strength exercises utilizing resistance bands.
3. Demonstrate 2 core strength exercises and 2 core flexibility intermediate level exercises for both the upper and lower body.


KIN 68C Bootcamp Fitness - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: A challenging series of drills and exercises that develop, improve and increase strength, flexibility, agility and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate their Target Heart Rate (THR) and then apply their THR to determine they are working out at 60% - 80% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate 3 upper body, 3 lower body, and 3 core advanced level strength exercises utilizing either one's body weight or resistance bands.
3. Demonstrate 2 core strength exercises and 2 core flexibility advanced level exercises for both the upper and lower body.


KIN 70A Pilates - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on developing core awareness, physical alignment, and form. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the Pilates Principles of Concentration, Control, and Centering.
2. Perform the seven (7) Pilates exercises that are utilized in the modified basic mat routine.


KIN 70B Pilates - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on strength, stamina, and flexibility. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the Pilates Principles of Fluidity, Precision, and Breath.
2. Demonstrate four (4) flexibility, four (4) strengthening, and four (4) stability movements while executing proper breathing techniques specific to Pilates.


KIN 70C Pilates - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This class utilizes the Pilates exercise system focused on improving the total body through a series of controlled movements. Emphasis will be on performing all thirty-four (34) exercises in the complete Pilates mat routine. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 70. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply the six (6) Pilates principles while performing the thirty-four (34) exercises in the complete Pilates mat routine.


KIN 71A Self-Defense - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course is an introduction and exploration of self-defense and personal safety. Emphasis on basic physical combative skills such as punches, strikes, blocks, and escape holds. It will also include basic non-combative skills such as risk reduction techniques, body language, positioning tactics, and verbal responses to threats. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate basic self-defense techniques such as strikes, punches, kicks, blocks, and grabs.
2. Identify body awareness and its impact on one's surroundings.


KIN 71B Self-Defense - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course will focus on increasingly complex self-defense situations such as attacks on the ground, counter tactics to a variety of advance chokes, bear hugs, hair pulls, and headlocks. Emphasis will be placed on distraction and de-escalation techniques as well as clinch and close-range fighting and survival skills. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate close-range fighting, including three to five escapes from ground attacks, headlocks, bear hugs, and chokes against a simulated attack from a person dressed in a full-padded suit.
2. Identify several de-escalation and distraction tactics.


KIN 71C Self-Defense - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course will cover more depth into defenses against a variety of advanced attacks including submission holds, throws, and a diverse range of weapons. Includes defensive falling techniques, use of personal weapons, tactics against multiple attackers, and third party protection. Increased focus on mind-body balance, awareness and avoidance capabilities, kicking and striking techniques, and adrenaline and trauma management. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 71. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate three submission holds and throws and incorporate skill-sets to address real-world scenarios.
2. Explain defensive tactics used against multiple attackers.


KIN 73A Fitness Through Dance - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course introduces the student to the elementary skills of movement and dance through fitness. Focus will be on alignment and coordination. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an increased range of motion through the use of flexibility training.
2. Demonstrate improved alignment, coordination, and balance.


KIN 73B Fitness Through Dance - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course continues to develop the student's skills of movement and dance through fitness. Focus will be on intermediate movements in a variety of dance styles. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct technique for at least six dance movement exercises that strengthen and tone the body.
2. Perform each of the routines presented throughout the course.


KIN 73C Fitness Through Dance - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course develops the student's skills of movement and dance through fitness by utilizing more advanced movements in a variety of dance styles. Focus will be on cardiovascular fitness as the dance routines increase in length. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as KIN 73. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate an improved kinesthetic awareness.
2. Demonstrate improved cardiovascular fitness.


KIN 74A Hiking - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: Introduces the Santa Clara and San Benito County parks, trails, and surrounding areas. Includes fun hikes which average 4-6 miles on easy to moderate terrain. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate improved cardiovascular fitness and discuss the benefits of hiking, which can be performed throughout life for personal, recreational, and physical fitness purposes.
2. Describe the importance of foot care, as well as layering for temperature and moisture management.


KIN 74B Hiking - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: Introduces the Santa Clara and San Benito County parks, trails, and surrounding areas. Includes fun, challenging hikes which average 6-8 miles on moderate to steep terrain. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate improved cardiovascular fitness.
2. Identify, explain and follow trail maps and trail markers.


KIN 79A Indoor Racket Sports - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: This coeducational class includes the net games of badminton, pickleball, and table tennis. Instruction in the basic skills along with an introduction to the court markings and basic rules will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the basic forehand, backhand, and a serve for each sport.
2. Explain the basic rules for each sport, including scoring and identify court markings.


KIN 79B Indoor Racket Sports - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: This coeducational class includes the net games of Badminton, pickleball, and table tennis. Instruction in the skills, rules, strategies and their application to singles and double play will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate intermediate level strokes (volley, half-volley, smash, drop shot), including utilizing spin if appropriate, for each of the sports.
2. Explain and demonstrate singles and doubles strategies for each sport.


KIN 80 Ultimate Frisbee 0.5 units
Description: A coeducational activity designed for all skill levels. Includes instruction in throwing, catching, and the passing skills in ultimate frisbee. Team strategy, team play and the rules will be presented. Other disc activities, such as frisbee golf, may be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Previously listed as PE 80.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. The student will demonstrate two different types of throws and catches and be able to utilize them in game play.
2. The student will recognize various offensive and defensive situations common to ultimate frisbee and apply the appropriate techniques and strategies.
3. The student will identify and discuss safety issues specific to ultimate frisbee.


KIN 80A Ultimate Frisbee - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: A coeducational course designed for the beginning skill level. Includes instruction in basic throwing, catching, and the passing skills in ultimate Frisbee. Basic rules and introduction to team play will be presented. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the basic backhand and forehand throws and the two handed catch.
2. Explain and apply the basic rules of ultimate Frisbee.


KIN 80B Ultimate Frisbee - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: A coeducational activity designed for the intermediate skill level. Includes instruction in throwing and catching variations and the passing skills in ultimate Frisbee. Team strategy, team play and the rules will be presented. Other disc activities, such as Frisbee golf, may be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate two different types of throws and catches and utilize them in game play.
2. Recognize various offensive and defensive situations common to ultimate Frisbee and apply the appropriate techniques and strategies.


KIN 81A Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes basic kickboxing techniques and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Utilize the Karvonen formula to calculate their target heart rate and then apply this information to determine they are participating in kickboxing class workouts at 40% - 50% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate at least four basic kickboxing punches and at least two basic kickboxing kicks.


KIN 81B Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes intermediate level kickboxing techniques and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the four components that make up a complete fitness program and incorporate them in their kickboxing class workouts which will be at 50% - 60% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate at least four intermediate kickboxing punch combinations and at least three intermediate kickboxing kick combinations, utilizing both their dominate and non-dominate sides.


KIN 81C Kickboxing for Fitness - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course utilizes punches and kicks in a combination kickboxing routine and physical conditioning in a cardio exercise program. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe the principles (FITTE) of a cardiovascular fitness program and incorporate them in kickboxing class workouts which will be at 60% - 80% of their THR.
2. Demonstrate at least six kickboxing combination routines (punches and kicks combined) utilizing both their dominate and non-dominate sides.


KIN 82A Circuit Training - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength and stamina. Students will rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercise. Emphasis will be on students exercising at a moderate (40% - 50% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate, monitor and apply their Target Heart Rate (THR) to determine they are participating in class workouts at 40% - 50% of their THR.
2. Measure their muscular strength/endurance to determine an increase of 5% - 10%.


KIN 82B Circuit Training - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength and stamina. Students rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercises. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at an intermediate (50% - 60% THR) exertion level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate, monitor and apply their Target Heart Rate (THR) to determine they are participating in class workouts at 50% -60% of their THR.
2. Measure their muscular strength/endurance to determine an increase of 10% - 15%.


KIN 82C Circuit Training - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course is a combination of aerobic exercise and resistance training designed to simultaneously improve mobility, strength, and stamina. Students will rotate from station to station, alternating between cardio and muscle toning exercises. Emphasis will be on student's exercising at a high (60% - 80% THR) intensity level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Calculate, monitor and apply their Target Heart Rate (THR) to determine they are participating in class workouts at 60% -80% of their THR.
2. Measure their muscular strength/endurance to determine an increase of 15% - 20%.


KIN 83 Karate 0.5 units
Description: An introduction to the basic skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of martial arts, including safety skills and etiquette, kicking, punching, striking, blocking, and Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform the following basic skills: blocks, punches, strikes, kicks, stances, and self-defense techniques.
2. Examine and apply the basic training guidelines for flexibility, muscular strength, and muscular endurance to improve one's physical conditioning and prevention of injury.
3. Utilize the Japanese language as it applies to basic terminology and commands in the disciple of Karate.


KIN 83A Karate - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: An introduction to the beginning skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the fundamentals of martial arts, including safety skills and etiquette and the basics of kicking, punching, and blocking, with a focus on Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for beginning level Karate kicks, punches, and blocks.
2. Explain and utilize the appropriate safety skills, Karate etiquette, and beginning level Kata forms.


KIN 83B Karate - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: This course covers the intermediate level skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the intermediate level skills of martial arts, including kicking, punching, blocking and stances as well as intermediate level Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for intermediate level Karate kicks, punches, blocks, stances, strikes, and self-defense skills.
2. Explain and utilize the appropriate Karate terminology and commands, and intermediate level Kata forms.


KIN 83C Karate - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: This course covers the advanced level skills and techniques of Japanese Karate. Emphasis will be on the advanced level skills of martial arts, including kicking, punching, striking, blocking, and combinations as well as advanced level Kata forms. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for advanced level Karate kicks, punches, strikes, blocks, stances, and self-defense skills.
2. Explain and utilize Karate sportsmanship, and advanced level Kata forms.


KIN 84 Assessment of Fitness Techniques 3.0 units
Description: This course is designed to provide the student with a foundation of the principles and techniques of conducting assessments for each of the health related components of fitness. This includes health screening details, how to use them in the determination of program design, and medical referral prior to exercise participation testing. This course provides practical lab application of the material presented in lecture.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. List, discuss and demonstrate the components of health related physical fitness and the appropriate assessments for each, including postural deviations.
2. Describe pre-assessment screening and risk factor assessments, as well as the importance of measuring health related physical fitness and its relationship to health and function.


KIN 85 Concepts, Program Design of Strength, Cardiovascular Fitness 3.0 units
Description: This course is designed for the fitness specialist who wants knowledge of all aspects of resistance training and cardiovascular fitness. Emphasis will be on developing a physiologically sound and client-centered exercise prescription program. Students will learn program design, periodization training, effective exercises and stretches to improve client goals.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Discuss basic exercise science including identifying major muscles of the upper and lower body and demonstrating proper resistance training techniques for each.
2. Discuss how nutrition, exercise metabolism and bioenergetics plays a role in developing an exercise prescription program.
3. Identify and describe proper behavior modification techniques for helping clients achieve success.
4. Develop a physiologically sound and client centered exercise prescription program.
5. Analyze and discuss the proper progression for the successful development of muscular strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness for all populations; including load, reps, sets, frequency, volume, recovery and variation.


KIN 87 Indoor Soccer 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for all skill levels. Instruction will be provided in individual and team indoor soccer skills and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate and apply the offensive and defensive skills and strategies of indoor soccer in drills and game situations.
2. Explain and apply the rules of indoor soccer.


KIN 88A Social Dance - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Designed to teach the basic skills and partnering techniques of social dance through participation in selected dances such as the merengue, tango, swing, waltz, cha cha, and rumba. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform basic patterns of the dances presented in class with accurate steps, rhythm, and appropriate style.
2. Demonstrate the skills of leading and following.


KIN 88B Social Dance - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to develop the students' artistry and technique of social dance at an intermediate level. Students will learn intermediate steps, rhythms and partnering techniques across a wide range of social dances. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform intermediate patterns of the dances presented in class with accurate steps, rhythm, and appropriate style.
2. Improvise with a partner sequences in each social dance form presented.


KIN 89A Stability Ball Training - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to increase overall fitness using a stability ball. The class will introduce exercises used for strengthening core muscles and developing endurance and balance. Students will supply their own stability ball and exercise mat. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate eight (8) beginning level core strengthening and balance exercises using the stability ball.
2. Increase their core muscular strength/endurance by 5% - 10%.
3. Recognize and value physical activity which can be performed throughout life.


KIN 89B Stability Ball Training - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to increase overall fitness using a stability ball. The class will focus on intermediate level exercises used for strengthening core muscles and developing endurance and balance. Students will supply their own stability ball and exercise mat. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate eight (8) intermediate level core strengthening and balance exercises using the stability ball.
2. Increase their core muscular strength/endurance by 10% - 15%.


KIN 89C Stability Ball Training - Level 3 0.5 units
Description: This course is designed to increase overall fitness using a stability ball. The class will focus on advanced level exercises used for strengthening core muscles and developing endurance and balance. Students will supply their own stability ball and exercise mat. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate eight (8) advanced level core strengthening and balance exercises using the stability ball.
2. Increase their core muscular strength/endurance by 15% - 20%.


KIN 90 Personal Trainer Internship 1.0 units
Description: This course is designed to provide the student with a supervised unpaid internship at an approved fitness or health related facility where they will apply the knowledge learned in the classroom courses taken for the Personal Training Certificate. A minimum of fifty four (54) hours is required for this one (1) unit course. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Evaluate conducted consultations for clients that includes health history, fitness assessment, and recommended exercise program design.
2. Apply knowledge of exercise physiology, kinesiology, and biomechanics in the development and implementation of exercise programs.
3. Analyze communications between personal trainers and their clients/members and identify various types of techniques employed.
4. Demonstrate sensitivity to the organizational culture of the health facility and progress through the levels of involvement.
5. Examine teaching principles and strategies in order to discuss effective teaching techniques for personal training, small group training, and group exercise (if applicable).


KIN 91A Hip-hop - Level 1 0.5 units
Description: Students will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of Hip-hop dance. Students will learn various movements, positions, isolations, turns, gestures and traveling steps. Rhythm and phrasing will also be taught as it relates to Hip-hop dance and music.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform fundamental Hip-hop dance positions, steps and sequences.
2. Identify various tempos and rhythms used in fundamental Hip-hop dance.
3. Choreograph basic Hip-hop movement and put together in a phrase or sequence.


KIN 91B Hip-Hop - Level 2 0.5 units
Description: Students will be introduced to level 2 Hip-hop dance, focusing on intermediate steps including isolations, gestures, turns and longer traveling sequences and patterns. Level 2 will focus on individual choreography and performance style.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Choreograph intermediate (level 2) Hip-hop dance movements and put together in a longer phrase or dance sequence.
2. Perform intermediate (level-2) Hip-hop dance steps and sequences, including various tempos and rhythms within a sequence.
3. Demonstrate, teach and lead the class in a short daily warm-up (1 song) or across the floor phrase or sequence (16-32 count phrase).


KIN 92 Stress Management 3.0 units
Description: This course examines the stress process and its relationship to health, disease, lifestyle and the sociocultural environment. Stress across ones lifespan will be examined with emphasis on available resources and stress management strategies.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain the psychological, physiological, and social/cultural aspects of stress.
2. Incorporate stress management techniques into one's lifestyle, with particular emphasis on identifying and utilizing available college resources to support academic, personal, and social development, and reduce stress associated with the transition to a college environment.
3. Describe the stress process and its relationship to health and disease.


KIN 93 Life skills for the Athlete 3.0 units
Description: Athletes acquire life skills to manage academics, athletics, and work. Topics will include time management, academics, study skills, personal hygiene, health, nutrition, relationships, and conduct. Athletes will participate in a variety of workshops including civic engagement.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Apply time management skills to balance academics, athletics, work and relationships.
2. Utilize college resources to support academic and athletic success.
3. Analyze the importance of health and nutrition for personal and athletic performance.


KIN 93A Pickleball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: This coeducational activity class is designed to provide instruction in beginning pickleball. Fundamental skills along with an introduction to the court markings and basic rules will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the basic forehand, backhand, volley, serve and return of serve for the sport of pickleball.
2. Explain the basic rules, scoring, and court markings for pickleball.


KIN 93B Pickleball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate pickleball students. Instruction in the drop shot, lob, and dink as well as strategies and their application to singles and doubles play will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the drop shot, lob and dink for pickleball.
2. Explain and demonstrate singles and doubles strategies.


KIN 93C Pickleball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for advanced pickleball students. Instruction in poaching, varying the service, and anticipating shots; as well as adjusting tactics in singles and doubles play will be provided. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the skills of poaching and varying the service for pickleball.
2. Explain and demonstrate how to anticipate shots and how to adjust tactics.


KIN 111A Dance and Movement for the Theatre, A 2.0 units
Description: A survey and introduction to basic dance genres and movement techniques suitable for Theatre Arts, including ballet, modern, jazz, social dance, musical improvisation, and yoga. Emphasis on body awareness, movement in space, focus, breathing techniques, pantomime, choreography, musicality, rhythm and timing. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order. This course is also listed as THEA 11A.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain and demonstrate the basic skills of each dance genre and movement form in regard to positions, overall body awareness, musicality, rhythm, counting and timing.
2. Present and perform a dance/movement piece replicated from an assigned genre or period.


KIN 111B Dance and Movement for the Theatre, B 2.0 units
Description: Intermediate levels of various dance genres and movement techniques suitable for Theatre Arts are explored further, including ballet, modern, jazz, social dance, musical theatre, improvisation and yoga. Increased body awareness, broader movements in space and choreography with character development will be explored at the intermediate level. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order. This course is also listed as THEA 11B.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe, present and perform a dance/movement piece replicated from an assigned genre or period, with increased development of character and group movement/choreography, utilizing intermediate skills in regard to positions, musicality and overall body awareness.
2. Critique and analyze a professional theatrical performance, which includes movement and dance analysis, outside of class.


KIN 111C Dance and Movement for the Theatre, C 2.0 units
Description: High intermediate to advanced levels of various dance genres and movement techniques suitable for Theatre Arts are explored further, including ballet, modern, jazz, social dance, musical theatre, improvisation and yoga. Students in KIN 111C have the option to take on more of a leadership role and learn assistant techniques in movement and dance for the theatre. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order. This course is also listed as THEA 11C.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Analyze and apply each dance genre and movement form by demonstrating a higher intermediate to advanced level of skills in regard to positions, movements, technique, choreography, musicality and overall body awareness.
2. Organize and arrange a dance/movement working assignment of their choice to present and teach to the class, which will include leadership and director responsibilities.


KIN 121A Volleyball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning volleyball students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform the basic underhand pass, underhand serve and overhand serve.
2. Utilize the correct techniques when setting and hitting.
3. Explain and practice the rules of volleyball.


KIN 121B Volleyball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate volleyball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic volleyball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform the correct techniques for overhand passing, digging, tipping, roll shots and blocking.
2. Demonstrate a jump serve, floater and top spin serve.
3. Explain and practice the basic court positions and offensive and defensive responsibilities.


KIN 121C Volleyball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the advanced volleyball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform at least three (3) offensive hitting combinations in drills and/or game play.
2. Discuss and demonstrate a transition offense and rotational defense.
3. Explain the strategies involved in the 6-2, 4-2 and 5-1 offenses.


KIN 122A Beach Volleyball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the beginning skills of beach volleyball. Includes the basic skills of passing, setting, hitting and serving as well as the rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for passing, setting, hitting and serving for beach volleyball.
2. Explain and practice the rules of 2 player beach volleyball.


KIN 122B Beach Volleyball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the intermediate skills of beach volleyball. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their beach volleyball techniques and to work on transition skills and blocking. It also provides an introduction to the game format for doubles beach volleyball. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for overhead passing, digging and blocking for beach volleyball.
2. Develop and demonstrate an array of beach volleyball spike techniques (shots).


KIN 122C Beach Volleyball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for students wanting to learn the advanced skills of beach volleyball. Includes defensive and offensive strategies and game situations for doubles beach volleyball. Conditioning drills specific to playing in the sand as well as nutritional information will be included. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain and demonstrate the defensive strategies utilized in doubles beach volleyball.
2. Explain and demonstrate the offensive strategies utilized in doubles beach volleyball.


KIN 125A Soccer - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning soccer students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate dribbling, passing and shooting using the inside side of the foot with both the right and the left foot.
2. Utilize the correct techniques when trapping, juggling and heading.
3. Explain and apply the rules of soccer.


KIN 125B Soccer - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate soccer students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic soccer skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate dribbling using the outside side of the foot, including several moves, and shooting with the top of the foot (laces) with both the right and left foot.
2. Perform five to seven (5 - 7) soccer skills in combination using both the right and left foot.
3. Explain and demonstrate the skills for goalkeeper, defenders, midfielders and forwards.


KIN 125C Soccer - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the advanced soccer student. Include game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Explain and demonstrate at least two (2) tactics for throw-ins, corner kicks, free kicks and penalty kicks.
2. Discuss and apply at least three (3) offensive game strategies and three (3) defensive game principles.
3. Describe the possible scenarios and demonstrate the tactics for at least three (3) soccer formations.


KIN 127A Basketball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning basketball students. Includes the basic skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform two different dribbling, passing, shooting, stopping and pivoting techniques.
2. Utilize and explain the correct on-ball defensive stance.
3. Explain and practice the rules of basketball.


KIN 127B Basketball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate basketball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic basketball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for the following basketball skills: between the legs dribble, behind the back dribble, curl pass, cut pass and rebounding positioning.
2. Utilize and explain the correct off-ball/help defensive stance and court positioning.
3. Explain and demonstrate the skills for guard, forward and post play.


KIN 127C Basketball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the advanced basketball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Discuss and apply the principles behind at least three (3) offensive moves.
2. Explain and demonstrate the defensive principles for a man to man and a zone defense.
3. Describe and demonstrate the strategies related to offensively attacking a man toman defense, a zone defense, half court pressure defense and full court pressure defense.


KIN 137A Softball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning softball students. Includes the fundamental skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform the correct techniques for the following skills: throwing, catching, fielding, hitting, and base running.
2. Explain and practice the rules of softball.


KIN 137B Softball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate softball students. This course provides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic softball skills and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the correct techniques for the following softball skills: slap, sacrafice bunt, squeeze bunt, drag bunt, sliding, and diving.
2. Describe and demonstrate the skills required for infielders, outfielders, pitchers, and catchers.
3. Explain and demonstrate how to keep a softball score book.


KIN 137C Softball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for the advanced softball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe and apply the offensive strategies for the hit and run, bunt and run, and slap.
2. Explain and demonstrate the defensive principles for bunt defense, slap defense, and for double plays.


KIN 165A Baseball - Beginning 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for beginning baseball students. Includes the fundamental skills and rules. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Perform the correct mechanics for the following skills: throwing, catching, fielding, hitting and base running.
2. Explain and practice the rules of baseball.


KIN 165B Baseball - Intermediate 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for intermediate baseball students. This course porvides the student with the opportunity to refine and perfect their basic baseball fundamentals and mechanics and to master the individual positions. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate the proper mechanics for the following baseball skills: drag bunt, push bunt, squeeze bunt, sliding, diving and base stealing.
2. Describe and demonstrate the skills required for infielders, outfielders, pitchers and catchers.
3. Explain and demonstrate how to keep a baseball score book.


KIN 165C Baseball - Advanced 0.5 units
Description: Coeducational activity designed for advanced baseball student. Includes game principles, techniques and strategies. This course has the option of a letter grade or pass/no pass. Courses should be taken in sequential order.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Describe and apply the offensive strategies for the hit and run/slash, bunt and run, and runners on 1st and 3rd base.
2. Explain and demonstrate the defensive principles for 1st and 3rd situations, double plays, pick offs, and relay situations.