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    May 17, 2025  
2025-2026 Pierce College Catalog
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PE 139 Yoga - Special Topics (2 credits)



Course Description
Yoga Special Topics is a diverse approach to the modern practice of Yoga with varying topics being introduced. It includes yoga, dance, and yoga sculpt in practical workouts to reduce stress while improving strength and flexibility.

Course Content
A.  Medical clearance for exercise  B. Yoga positions and poses C. Benefits of fitness D. Muscular strength and muscular endurance E. Flexibility and mobility considerations F. Core stability to sustain positions and posture G. Behavior modification and habit building  H. Goal-setting and evaluation   I. Motivational techniques  J.  Self-awareness; self-worth; confidence  K.  Safety, rules and strategies   L.  Balance and stability M.  Neural control and cues for stabilization N.  Components of a warm up and cool down

Student Outcomes
1.  Identify medical clearance for safe participation in exercise and the benefits of participation in a comprehensive fitness program.
2. Assess the health-related components of fitness to advance an exercise prescription unique to one’s personal expression and choice using various yoga poses, postures and breathing mechanics.  
3. Identify the benefits of exercise to improve one’s health and wellness through the development of SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant and Time-bound) goals for the purpose of self-analysis, self-discovery, and self-reflection and continued motivation.

4.  Demonstrate yoga poses and positions to enhance the following components of fitness:  muscular strength, muscular balance, flexibility and mobility and balance.  

 

 

 

 

 

Degree Outcomes
Program Outcome: Graduates will increase their awareness, knowledge and behavioral skills regarding the role of physical activity and exercise as a foundation for life-long health and wellness.

Global Citizenship: Graduates will be able to critically examine the relationship between self, community, and/or environments, and to evaluate and articulate potential impacts of choices, actions, and contributions for the creation of sustainable and equitable systems.

Lecture Contact Hours 0
Lab Contact Hours 40
Clinical Contact Hours 0
Total Contact Hours 40

Potential Methods
A. Individual Self-Assessment B. Progress Monitoring using a Log/Journal C. Discussions D. Performance tasks E. Video upload F. Written response G.  Teacher led feedback H.  Peer observation and feedback I. Self-analysis and self-reflection



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