003PE Introduction to Fitness (AM)

 Grade 9 | 1.5 Credits | Semester-Long | 3x per Cycle

The main purpose of the course is to train all incoming freshman and new students to safely use the exercise equipment and stations in the Fitness Center. Successful completion of certification classes will allow students access to the fitness center during and after school. Instruction will focus on the components of fitness and how they contribute to optimal health. Principles of strength training, elements of cardiovascular health, basic anatomy and physiology, sports injury prevention, and the elements of a personal fitness plan are topics covered during the course. A secondary objective of the course is to introduce students to the variety of course offerings within the Fitness and Health Department so that they may be better informed to choose from available electives in subsequent semesters. Students will have an opportunity to participate in introductory activities related to many of our Fitness and Health electives--Adventure Education, Personal Safety, Social Dance, Sports Education, and Yoga.  There is a high level of activity in this course. 

Essential Skills:

•  Students will be able to demonstrate how to safely and correctly use the fitness equipment in the High School Fitness Center.

• Students will be able to demonstrate their understanding of how various forms of exercise influence overall health and wellness, including the 4 health-related components of physical fitness (cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength & endurance, and flexibility) as well as the 6 physical-related components of physical fitness (agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time, & speed) 

• Students will understand and perform defensive and offensive strategies in a team game setting, while participating in a wide variety of team sports. 

• Students will be able to demonstrate being physically literate, by being albe to reflect on their personal social behavior in a physical activity setting.  The physically literate student exhibits responsible personal and social behavior that respects self, and others. They also demonstrate the use of proper communication skills to promote and foster positive team and group dynamics.