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Students will focus on a comprehensive and healthy approach to tackle the issues of behavior change and weight management. Students will develop a weight management program through lifestyle change based upon exercise science, nutritional science and behavioral science. The student will gain the ability to turn that knowledge into practical strategies and an individualized program. No requisites. J, fall/spring; C, fall/spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will understand the fundamentals of strength and conditioning as it relates to athletes across a wide variety of ages, levels, and abilities. This course will introduce students to topics such as muscular fitness training, muscle anatomy and function, metabolism, bio-mechanics, nutrition and more. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the opportunity to earn their NFHS Strength and Conditioning Certificate through the National Federation of High School athletics. This certificate is a requirement for the AIC Level 1 Coaching License, and could be segued into certification through the NSCA or CSCC in strength and conditioning coaching. No requisites. J fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Student athletes, who successfully complete participation in a NJCAA sport season, will learn about the competitive fundamentals of participation in an NJCAA certified sport. Students will be involved in a variety of learning experiences in the classroom, on the practice field, and during athletic contests. Through hands-on applications, students involved in team sports will learn group dynamics, problem solving, and time management skills. The course of study will focus on physical training and statistical and skill analysis which is sport specific. No requisites. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

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Students will learn and demonstrate an understanding of the art of Hatha yoga and relaxation techniques. Students will learn how to relieve stress and emotional tension through the systematic training of guided imagery, diaphragmatic breathing, and breath awareness. The course includes lectures on yoga philosophy, postures, diet, meditation, and relaxation techniques. Hatha yoga is a human science that takes into consideration bodily pains, poor posture, faulty breathing, and incorrect walking, and teaches greater awareness of the body as a whole without separating it from the mind and the influences of all senses. No requisites. J fall, spring; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will perform flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, and cardiovascular exercises continuously for a 30-minute period accompanied by popular music. Students are instructed in proper pulse monitoring techniques and are responsible for maintaining heart rates within their target heart rate zone. Exercise sessions will include a warm-up period and cool-down periods. No requisites. J fall, spring. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students will apply fundamental concepts of health-focused fitness, which include: flexibility, muscular strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular health, and body composition. Students will learn how to incorporate and benefit from proper warm ups, cool downs, weight training, plyometrics, HIIT and SARQ training, lower back care, injury prevention, relaxation techniques, and nutrition in their personal workout routines. Upon completion of the course, students will be able to create a personalized fitness program designed specifically for them, based on body typology, muscle fibers, resting heart rate and body composition. No requisites. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Cardio kickboxing is an exercise program comprised of general conditioning exercises for body conditioning and fitness. The course will cover kickboxing moves in an aerobic setting. Students will learn to throw basic kicks and punches with proper form and technique. A warm-up, aerobic portion, drills, cool down, and stretch and relaxation are included in the class. No requisites. J occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus

Students are given the knowledge, skills, and abilities to defend themselves during physical altercations while staying within the proper force/level of resistance matrix. Defensive tactics, mechanics of an arrest, transportation of prisoners, and searches are emphasized. Demonstration of learned skills by students is required. Eligibility: student must be current Chautauqua County Sheriff's Academy recruit. New York state certified police/peace officer may be accepted with approval of the academy director. Institutional Course Syllabus

Student athletes, who successfully complete participation in a NJCAA sport season, will learn about the competitive fundamentals of participation in an NJCAA certified sport. Students will be involved in a variety of learning experiences in the classroom, on the practice field, and during athletic contests. Through hands-on applications, students involved in team sports will learn group dynamics, problem solving, and time management skills. The course of study will focus on physical training and statistical and skill analysis which is sport specific. No requisites. J occasionally; C occasionally. Institutional Course Syllabus