Physical education - COMBATIVE
PECMB-116 Aikido Weapons - Jo and Bokken .5-2 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours
This is an activity course using Aikido weapons Jo (wooden staff) and Bokken (wooden sword.) The historical, philosophical, and safety aspects of Aikido weapons Jo and Bokken will also be explored. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
PECMB-118 Judo .5-2 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours
This is an activity course involving the history, philosophy, techniques and safety aspects of judo. Judo emphasizes throws and pins, self-discipline, punctuality, courtesy, and respect. Students will learn judo techniques, as well as increase cardiovascular and muscular fitness. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
PECMB-124 Intermediate Aikido .5-2 units SC • May be repeated once • Variable hours • Recommended: PECMB 114 or equivalent
This is an activity course focusing on an intermediate level of aikido practice. Students will explore more complex skills and techniques with an emphasis on increased pace, as well as continue to develop concentration, and cardiovascular and muscular fitness. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
PECMB-150 Topics in Martial Arts and Combatives .3-4 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours
A supplemental course is martial arts/combatives to provide a study of current concepts, movements and problems in combatives and related subdivisions. Specific topics will be announced in the schedule of classes. CSU
PECMB-119 Karate .5-2 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours
This is an activity course involving the history, philosophy, techniques and safety aspects of Kajukembo Karate. This martial art form teaches the way of the “empty hand” using legs, arms and fists, as well as Kiai (expression of inner energy), which accompanies each action. Students will learn karate techniques, as well as increase cardiovascular and muscular fitness. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC see counselor)
PECMB-123 Intermediate Tai Chi Chuan .5-2 units SC • May be repeated once • Variable hours • Recommended: PECMB 113 or equivalent
This is an activity course focusing on an intermediate level of tai chi chuan practice. Students will master more complex forms and continue to develop concentration, and cardiovascular and muscular fitness. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
Physical education dance – PEDAN Physical Education, Athletics and Dance Division Christine Worsley, Dean Physical Education Office Building 105 925-685-1230, ext. 2736 See also Dance – DANCE Activity courses - 0.25-3 units each, 13.5-162 hours of activity per term each, SC Note: These courses may be repeated three times. Beginning, intermediate, or advanced classes of the same activity may only be repeated a maximum of three times altogether. In the following activity courses, recreational and physical education skills are developed and attention is given to appropriate rules and techniques.
PEDAN-128 Pilates Mat Work .5-2 units SC • May be repeated three times • Variable hours
This is an activity course introducing basic mat exercises developed by Joseph Pilates focusing on intrinsic muscle groups. The class addresses individual needs, body alignment, core strength development, with emphasis placed on back and abdominal strengthening. CSU, UC (credit limits may apply to UC - see counselor)
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