PEAC 1011 - AQUATIC CONDITIONING

Institution:

Western Wyoming Community College

Subject:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Description:

This course is designed to introduce different ideas for conditioning in the water. Each student will work at his/her own pace in the process of developing muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. Subjects covered will vary from lap swimming to hydro-aerobics. This course is not designed for the beginning swimmer. Students are required to swim eight lengths the first week of class. The student will be taught how to properly use kickboards, pull buoys, hand paddles, and swim fins and how to get the most benefit from using them. Personal and small craft safety will be covered briefly. Major emphasis is on conditioning. Major muscle groups and theories of movement in the water are discussed and practiced in class sessions.

Credits:

1.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.wwcc.wy.edu

Phone Number:

(307) 382-1600

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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