FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
How often do I need to use the Fitness center to satisfy the 2 unit requirement?
Plan on visiting the Fitness center for a workout on average 3-4 sessions per week. At least 35 sessions/visits per semester (17 for Summer session and/or PE 200 B) are required for credit in the class.
There are also out-of-class-assignments that will be announced as well. Check the Assignments link on this website.
How long is a session?
As long as you want but 20 minutes is the MINIMUM.
How many sessions do I have?
When you log out, you will be given a summary of sessions/visits by the week and total by the term.
The instructor does not have access to this information outside of grading time because of FERPA.
How many times may I attend in one day?
As many as you would like (during open hours of course). Must wait 20 minutes in between sessions.
Can I come at different times, on different days of the week?
Yes, it is designed for drop-in attendance, the computer will keep track of your visits.
Can I take the class Credit/No-Credit?
Yes. The only grade that a student will receive is “Pass/No Pass”. There are no letter grades given for P.E. 200.
Why is it 2 units, can I take it for 1 unit?
Yes. The full term PE 200 course (200 C,D,E) offered during Fall and Spring semesters is 2 units.
PE 200 B is 1 unit and offered during Summer session only.
What type of equipment is in the Fitness Center?
23 Life Fitness strength systems and 38 cardio systems, for example; treadmills, recumbent bikes, stair masters, and elliptical cross trainers.
I have already taken PE 200 B, C and the registration process will not allow me to sign up for it again. What should I do?
You may sign up for PE 200 D or E. Or you may also sign up for the Fitness Center through CCSF Extension.
I am enrolled in the class but have not attended the orientation, can I still use the fitness center?
Not yet. All users (students, faculty, staff, and members of the community new and continuing) must complete a Fitness Center orientation before fitness center use can begin. The schedule is posted on this web site and in the Fitness Center.
I am currently enrolled in another P.E./Dance /Swim class. Is it possible to use the fitness center?
Not unless you are additionally registered for P.E. 200c,d,e. All students, faculty, and staff who use the center must be enrolled in the class (P.E. 200c,d,e respectively) and have completed the appropriate Fitness Center orientation.
I am a member of the community and would like to use the Fitness Center What should I do?
Enroll in PE 200 c as a regular credit student. You will first need to apply to CCSF if you have not done so already (https://www.ccsf.edu/apply-ccsf) OR you may enroll in our CCSF Extension program which is non credit. You will also need to complete an orientation (as all others do). The orientation schedule is listed on this web site.
The Community Pass pilot program has been terminated.
I am already enrolled in PE 200 (or the Extension course) but have missed the orientation dates, what can I do? Should I drop the course?
No worries. You do not need to drop the course. Since you are already enrolled in the appropriate course simply complete the online orientation
Options for using the Fitness Center (up to 4 credit courses that you may take #’s 1-4 each, one time):
1) PE 200 B or C -Super Circuit (take this first) Then,
2) PE 200 D -Super Cardio
3) PE 200 E -Super Strength
4) PE 202 -Interactive Fitness (Online must obtain permission for FC use)
5) CCSF Extension (zero units)
Do you offer personal training services?
Unfortunately we do not offer personal training services. However, there is an instructor on duty who would be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have.
We also have many resources available that should help you get started. Look under the Resources & Docs link for related materials and videos.
We normally have around 2,000 students enrolled each semester with only one instructor per hour.
Did I read somewhere that no cell phones are allowed?
Cell phones for music, videos, reading, etc are allowed just no actual phone calls are allowed. Make sure that you have headphones though.
More specifics listed in the Course Syllabus
Updated Campus Covid protocols will be followed.