ESS 247 - Body Recall

Institution:

Ursinus College

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Description:

Dr. Borsdorf The course focus will be on the needs of special populations, especially the needs of elders and the very sedentary. How to develop safe and effective physical fitness programs for the more fragile populations will be explored. Activities will utilize a variety of recreation and physical therapy incentives such as chairs, ropes, balls, music, and wands to enhance muscular strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. Students preparing to work with geriatric populations and other special populations are encouraged to enroll in this course. Three hours per week. Two semester hours. ( Offered odd year spring semesters.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ursinus.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 409-3000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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