2012-2013 Academic Year Calendar - Marianopolis

General Education: Physical EducationPhysical Activity109-102-MQ (0-2-1) 1 credit2 hours of class; 1 hour of homeworkCOMPETENCY: "To demonstrate improvementin a physical activity.”By participating in the practical and reflectiveelements of the process, students will acquire anadequate skill level to pursue this activity in thefuture. The technical, tactical, psychological andphysical aspects of the activity will be consideredin the process of self-assessment. Students willdevelop personal goals and apply a plan of actionto achieve these goals. Courses are offered at abeginner/intermediate level.Additional fees are required for courses markedwith an asterisk (*). Choices may include:• Backpacking *• Martial Arts• Badminton• Soccer• Basketball• Touch Football• Canoe Camping * • Volleyball• Cross Country Skiing * • Yoga• Dance• Yoga Flow• Floor Hockey• Urban Yoga *• Intro to Paddling Skills (canoe and kayak) *• Intro to Outdoor Education *Following the successful completion of both 109-101-MQ and 109-102-MQ, second-year studentswill select the third physical education course from the Active Living category, 109-103-MQ.Active Living109-103-MQ (1-1-1) 1 credit2 hours of class; 1 hour of homeworkCOMPETENCY: "To demonstrate the ability toresponsibly engage in physical activity whichpromotes health."Additional fees are required for courses markedwith an asterisk (*). Choices may include:This course builds on the foundation set in the twofirst-year courses. A plan of action, which includesthe application of basic training principles, isintegrated into a Personalized Activity Program.Students consider individual capabilities, needs, andmotivational factors in designing and implementingtheir Program. A variety of exercise options arepresented in each course to complement the students’Program and to help them integrate regular physicalactivity into their lifestyle.• Badminton• Advanced Badminton• Basketball• Cardio Dance• Nature Hikes *• Urban Hikes• Outdoor Activities *• Pilates/Yoga• Power Walking• Running *• Soccer• Sports Conditioning• Stress Management• Team Sports• Urban Yoga *• Weight Training47