Dance, Yoga & Movement
This awesome new class is an elective option for students that are interested in exploring and engaging in some nontraditional fitness activities. Students will participate in a variety of activities that enhance their fitness level and engage in movements that will allow them to appreciate the variety of methods available to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students are expected to understand the fitness benefits of these activities and bring positive energy to their elective on a daily basis.
Options for Activities:
Yoga for Strength Pilates Jump Roping Fitness Circuits
Yoga for Flexibility Line Dancing Zumba Walking
Ballroom Dancing Step Aerobics Basic Gymnastics Geomotion
Yoga
As the quarter progresses students continue to practice their yoga skills and embark on some more challenging yoga poses.
All students are encouraged to try all of the poses but only to their ability. Teachers demonstrate modified poses as well as more advanced poses to meet the needs of and foster growth for all students.
Three-Leg Down Dog with Open Hips
Camel
Half Shoulder Stand
Plow
Below is a handout that was given to all students in the class and is also located on the Google Classrooms. This outlines expectations, grading policies, options for units, and the National Physical Education Standards.
