PE 186 - Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing

Institution:

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania

Subject:

Physical Education

Description:

This introductory course is designed to explore the fundamental skills and safety concepts necessary to participate in cross country skiing and snowshoeing effectively. The physical and cognitive benefits of outdoor aerobic activities will be addressed. Safety approaches to cold weather activities will be explored. Various skiing and snowshoeing techniques including diagonal stride, kick concept, double poling, descending/ascending, striding, turning and walking/running will be examined. In addition, equipment selection and care, trip planning and logistics, and minimum environmental impact techniques will be addressed.

Credits:

2.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Other

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

08/15/2014 - 08/14/2015 09/01/2013 - 08/14/2014 09/01/2006 - 06/30/2013 

Institution Website:

www.sru.edu

Phone Number:

(724) 738-9000

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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