AST 324 - Martial Arts Experience

Institution:

Cabrini University - Closed

Subject:

American Studies

Description:

This seminar examines how martial arts have been adopted in the Americas, physically and philosophically. We will emphasize the cultural study from Eastern perspectives, looking especially at examples from India, China, and Japan, as well as the Afro-Brazilian martial art of capoeira. We'll examine the difference between martial arts as a way of life and, as some would argue, how the West has co-opted these philosophies and modified them into sport. What is distinctive about this interdisciplinary course is its hands-on, experiential approach and use of many genres, from the centuries-old tai chi classics to contemporary works on women and mixed martial arts. Each week will combine examples from popular culture, film, and electronic media and-most significantly-actual "lab" or "practicum" with participation in martial arts instruction. 3 credits

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

Prerequisites:

Corequisites:

Exclusions:

Level:

Instructional Type:

Lecture

Notes:

Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.cabrini.edu

Phone Number:

(610) 902-8100

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

The Course Profile information is provided and updated by third parties including the respective institutions. While the institutions are able to update their information at any time, the information is not independently validated, and no party associated with this website can accept responsibility for its accuracy.