Course Calendar 2011-2012 - Champlain College Saint-Lambert

Physical Education (continued)
109-101-MQ
Fitness & Wellness (Zumba)
Ditch the workout, join the party! This high intensity
workout includes dance moves and the latest music. We
will dance to all the latest songs, utilizing different styles
of dance such as latin, hip hop, bollywood. You will
sweat, have fun and shake shake shake!
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding - Intensive
Downhill skiing and snowboarding; open to all skill
levels from beginner to advanced. The course takes place
during the winter break in early January. Students
will improve their skills through student centred teaching
and increase their knowledge base by becoming familiar
with the Canadian Technical Approach to skiing and
boarding. This course is a three-day overnight trip to the
Mont Blanc and Tremblant ski areas. There is an
obligatory transportation, ski-lift ticket, and
group instruction fee associated with this course which
includes meals and lodging. Ski or board rental is extra.
Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Group Fitness
This course is designed to offer the student an
opportunity, in a group setting, to learn sequences of hi
and lo impact aerobic routines, cardio-box to music and
the many uses of the step and sequences to work with it;
to explore the options of circuit and interval training and
to learn to work with heart rate and rate of perceived
exertion as a means to reach objectives. Muscle
conditioning and flexibility will also be included.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Weight Training
This course will teach basic exercises using both free
weights and machines. The primary emphasis will be on
using correct technique and improving muscle tone and
strength. Students will do a variety of weight training
programs and will progress at their own rate. Theory
topics include guidelines for beginners, rules of safety,
principles of weight training, the relationship between
the number of repetitions and the weight lifted, and
physiological benefits of weight training.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Ultimate Frisbee
This course is designed to introduce students to the skills
and strategy involved in ultimate Frisbee. An emphasis
will be placed on learning different throws, as well as
offensive (i.e. the stack) and defensive tactics (i.e.,
marking, the force). The underlying principle of ultimate,
the spirit of the Game, will be stressed.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Yoga
The practice of yoga makes the body strong and flexible;
it also improves the functioning of the respiratory,
circulatory, digestive, and hormonal systems. Yoga brings
about emotional stability and clarity of mind, enhancing
the mind-body connection. In this introductory course,
students will experience yoga postures (asanas) and
breathing techniques (pranayama) as well as meditation
and deep relaxation. Students will learn how the practice
of yoga can reduce stress and anxiety, and improve
concentration and focus. Through sequenced exercises
(vinyasas) and movements, the student will come to feel
more balanced, centered, coordinated, flexible and
strong.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Badminton
The objective is to introduce the basic skills and strategy of
recreational badminton. The following skills and theory will
be covered: grip, services, forehand and backhand
underhand shots, overhead clear, smash and drop, net play,
rules, scoring and tactics for singles and doubles play, and
the purchasing and maintenance of equipment.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00
109-102-MQ
Basketball
This course is designed to develop and improve various
technical, tactical, physical and psychological skills
enabling the student to enjoy the game on a recreational
or competitive basis. FIBA rules, regulations and
organization of basketball will also be covered.
2 hours/week Units: 1.00