PE 9 Options
Daily participation in different types of physical activity influences our physical literacy and personal health and fitness goals.
Lifelong participation in physical activity has many benefits and is an essential part of a healthy lifestyle. - Healthy choices influence our physical, emotional, and mental well-being.
Healthy relationships can help us lead rewarding and fulfilling lives.
Advocating for the health and well-being of others connects us to our community.
Students have a choice of the following courses listed below:
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Mixed Martial Arts Intro 9/10
MPHE-09—S-MA Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This course has been developed to introduce students to mixed martial arts and a practical system of personal self-defence. This course is broken down into 4 areas of study: Boxing, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Japanese Jiu-Jitsu, and weight training. Along with developing life skills, MMA Intro will improve your cardiovascular fitness and muscular fitness.
Outdoor Education 9
MPHED10-4S-O Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This program is for students who like to get out and enjoy the outdoors. This course will include a variety of physical activities such as field games, cooperative games, and outdoor activities. Outdoor activities include: hiking, snowshoeing, rock climbing, backpacking, camping and other related activities. Students will learn outdoor survival skills, navigation principles such as compass skills, and explore our roles as stewards of the environment by learning about endangered species. There will be multiple day trips trips offered as well.
Physical and Health Education (PE) 9
MPHED10-4S Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This course is based upon two primary focuses. The first focus is that of physical literacy movements in a variety of environments with major themes including fair play and social responsibility. The second focus will be on healthy and active living, getting students to consider potential barriers, as well as, options to maintain an active lifestyle. A variety of minor games, traditional games and field trips will make up the majority of the class.
Dance 9
MPHED10-4S-D Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to build the skills and attitudes necessary for a healthy and active lifestyle through a combination of fitness, dance and performance. This course teaches students the importance of physical literacy, healthy and active living and mental well-being. Students will increase their fitness and strength while learning training techniques and principles that will help them remain active throughout their lifetime. In addition, students will develop skills in a variety of dance styles that will culminate in full dance pieces to be performed for an audience at the semester-end show. Students will also learn strategies to manage mental health and build healthy relationships. No previous dance experience is required.
Physical and Health Education 9 (Basketball & Training)
MPHED10-4S-BB Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
This course is designed to develop basketball skills while maintaining overall physical literacy. As much as 50% of the class will be dedicated to fitness and regular PE activities. The basketball portion will include ball handling, shooting and playing a variety of games ( 3 vs 3, 4 vs 4, etc…..).
Football 9
MPHE-09—S-FB Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
Football Intro is an introduction to the games of Canadian and American football including football theory, techniques and training both in and off season. Students will learn the rules of the Canadian and American games (with an emphasis on the high school levels) as well as offensive, defensive and special team strategies. Students will learn how to use personal equipment and be instructed in a safe use of that equipment during technical drills. Students will participate in contact and non-contact drills and scrimmages. In addition to theory, students will learn proper technique for blocking, tackling, throwing, catching and kicking. Practice of both individual and team skills will be incorporated into lessons.
Women's Basketball
MACLV11-4S-WB Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None
A course that focuses on the skill and mental development in basketball. At the center of the course will be decision making in the flow of the game and working on basketball instincts. There will also be a component on building knowledge of the game and linking that to different offence and defensive strategies. At the heart of the course will be a fostering of the love and fun of the game of basketball and long term goals of activity and fitness for personal health.
High Performance Program
For grades 9-12 with Placement by Application
The High Performance program provides elite level athletes and performers with a flexible, innovative school program to enhance academic achievement. This option provides structured support for students who are involved in high level (provincial or national level) organized extra-curricular sports or performances that result in frequent absences from school. Students choosing this option must complete an application, attend an interview, and provide recommendations from a coach or instructor. Successful applicants will show a proven commitment to their studies, solid work ethic, willingness and the ability to work independently.
Volleyball and Training 9
For grades 9-12 with Placement by Application
MPHED10-4S-VB Credits: 4
Prerequisite: None This course is designed to advance volleyball skills while continuing to develop physical literacy. As much as 50% of the class will be dedicated to fitness and regular PE activities. The volleyball portion will include skill development, drills, and running various game scenarios.
Academies
These are specialty courses that earn you credits for PE 9 . These courses require a fee. Click here to view these courses.