Master Syllabus PE1201, Yoga

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Credits 1 Lab Hours 2 Lecture Hours 0 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description

This is a user-friendly fitness style of yoga suitable for the general and athletic population. This class will demonstrate new ways to move, breathe, stretch, and feel. Traditional yoga postures will be linked with flowing fitness moves. Students will breathe better, move easier, and be more comfortable. For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Program and/or Department Mission Statement

The Seward County Community College physical education program will broaden the understanding of fitness for life by providing general education, appropriate technology, and professional development opportunities that promote a healthy lifestyle.

SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #9: Exhibit workplace skills to include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness/honest, positive attitude, judgment, responsibility.

Course Outcomes
  1. Students should have a working knowledge of the Sun Salutation and key yoga poses.
  2. Students will learn about the many benefits of Yoga and how to use this versatile activity in their daily lives.
  3. Students should have improved flexibility and enhanced body tone and definition.
  4. Students will learn about stress reduction and total relaxation.
  5. Students will learn about balance and harmonize mind, body and spirit.
  6. Students should have improved lean muscle mass.
  7. Students should have increased flexibility and range of motion.
  8. Students should have sharpened mental focus and concentration skills.
  9. Students will develop proper breathing techniques.
  10. Students will have enhanced strength and muscular endurance
  11. Students will learn balance and symmetry.
Course Outline
  1. Techniques of beginning yoga moves
  2. Combined stretching and flexibility
  3. Relaxation exercises
Instructional Methods
  1. Discussion
  2. Demonstration
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Music
  2. Handouts
Methods of Assessment

Methods of assessing the general course outcomes and the specific course competencies include attendance, work ethic, and demonstrating the proper techniques.

SCCC Outcome 9 will be assessed and measured by class participation and attendance.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Seward County Community College will make reasonable accommodations for students with documented disabilities. If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic accommodations. Students should identify themselves to the Mental Health Counselor at 620-417-1106 or go to the Student Success Center in the Hobble Academic building, room A149.