PATHFit Courses

This course reintroduces the fundamental movement patterns that consist of non-locomotor and locomotor skills, which are integrated with core training to meet the demands of functional fitness and physical activity performance. Emphasis will be on exercise regression and progression for the enhancement of fitness and the adaptation of movement competencies to independent physical activity pursuits. In conjunction with fitness concepts, exercise and healthy eating principles, periodic evaluation of one’s level of fitness and physical activity, as well as eating patterns will be conducted to monitor one’s progress and achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals.

This course builds on the foundation of motor skills achieved through core training. It will provide experiences in a variety of exercise programs for the purpose of maintaining and enhancing cardiorespiratory and musculoskeletal fitness (i.e., core stability, muscle strength, endurance and power). It includes speed, and agility training with a focus of body coordination and balance. In conjunction with fitness concepts, exercise and healthy eating principles, learners will be able to enhance their fitness through goal setting and application of the exercise principles (i.e., frequency, intensity, time, type, progression and volume); adapt their movement competencies to independent physical activity (PA) pursuits and periodically evaluate their PA and eating patterns to monitor their progress and achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals.

This course deals with the understanding of concepts and principles in giving first aid at home, school, workplace, and community in preparation for common emergencies. It also provides practical application of risk reduction management skills in response to life-threatening emergencies due to disaster or calamities. A requirement of the course includes a certification for basic/standard first aid course.

This course immerses students in the principles, history, and contemporary practices of outdoor recreation with emphasis on leadership, safety, environmental ethics, and experiential learning. It covers camp-out planning, wilderness navigation, ropework essentials, meal preparation, campsite management, first aid, and outdoor team-building. Students will participate in a camping activity, tree planting, and produce a post-camp experiential study and e-portfolio. The course (1) provides moderate-to-vigorous experience for the development of fitness through outdoor recreational activities; (2) conducts periodic evaluation of fitness levels; PA and eating habits to monitor one’s progress and achievement of personal fitness and dietary goals and provides recreational leadership and opportunities.