PE 160 Yin Yoga (2 credits)
Course Description
A Yin Yoga class introduces students to a slower-paced style of yoga where students hold restorative, stretching yoga postures for 2 - 7 minutes that promotes healing of the deep connective tissue, fascia, while stilling the mind and controlling the breath.
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 body awareness 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. Self-expression and social interaction M. Life perspective N. Balance and union between mind and body O. Physical Healing & Mindfulness P. Social Interaction with compassion and friendliness.
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 of yin yoga expressions poses and postures.
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. Articulate personal life perspective and self-awareness to promote improved sense of energy and genuine enjoyment of life—to include facilitation of friendliness, compassion, and greater self-control.
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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