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2.00 Credits
not offered 2008-09 This course will be taught as a lecture/lab combination. The class has been structured to provide an introduction to speed-strength training. The class will include the topics of aerobic and anaerobic conditioning, interval and sprint training, agility, coordination and balance exercises, and specific exercises for stretching. Students will be taught and have hands-on experience with free weight training exercises, weight training machines, body weight resistance exercises (i.e., plyometrics) and Olympic weight training movements. Students will spend time assisting with the administration of the fitness center and developing an awareness of liability and legal responsibilities in the profession of strength and conditioning. Paper and quizzes will be required. Prerequisites: Beginning and Intermediate Weight Training or consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
A course designed for individuals interested in developing wilderness expedition skills in a variety of skill areas. The skills and theories covered will be directed toward trip planning, risk management, hazard awareness evaluation and avoidance, hard and soft skill development, conflict resolution, leave no trace, rescue skills, leadership techniques, multiday trips, rigging, and group management techniques. Sea kayaking, glacier mountaineering, backcountry skiing and whitewater boating are the four types of expeditions that will be offered and these topics will rotate from year to year. This class will involve preparation classes at Whitman before going on the expedition which will run for one or two weeks and would occur during Spring Break. Graded credit/no credit. Prerequisites: consent required. Fee: $ 400.
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3.00 Credits
not offered 2008-09 The course will cover the basic exercise sciences used in coaching. Sections of the course include topics in biomechanics, exercise physiology, and motor learning. Through lecture, discussion, and readings the course will attempt to provide a bridge between the theory of sport sciences and practical application in sport.
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2.00 Credits
A course designed for students interested in coaching soccer at the high school level. Stress is placed on the basic fundamentals of soccer and theories of offense and defense, including methods of teaching these phases. Offered in alternate years.
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2.00 Credits
A course designed for students interested in coaching baseball at the high school level. Stress is placed on the basic fundamentals of the game and on the various methods of teaching these phases.
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2.00 Credits
A course designed for students interested in coaching basketball at the high school level. Stress is placed on the basic fundamentals of the game and on the various methods of teaching these phases. Offered in alternate years.
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2.00 Credits
not offered 2008-09 A course designed for the competitive swimmer and/or aquatics student interested in coaching swimming at the club or high school level. Emphasis is placed on analysis of strokes, starts and turns, training techniques, workout design, dry-land training, and psychology of coaching. Includes a coaching practicum with the local U.S.S. team. Offered in alternate years.
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2.00 Credits
not offered 2008-09 A course designed for students interested in coaching volleyball at the high school level. Stress is placed on coaching theory, basic fundamentals of volleyball, and methods of teaching. Offered in alternate years.
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2.00 Credits
A course designed for students interested in coaching tennis at the high school level, club, and/or parks and recreation department. Stress is placed on preparing for the U.S. Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) coaching certification test. The course offers a weekly on-court practicum experience with players of varying ability. Consent of instructor.
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3.00 Credits
This course will present the basic principles and current issues in management, communications, facilities, marketing, and governance as these relate to NCAA intercollegiate sports on college campuses.
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