A well-structured course in which the student will achieve coordination and strength through a cardiovascular workout. This achievement will come from combining high and low impact movement performed at a level suitable to the individual. The course includes an easy understanding of anatomy and physiology as well as nutrition and diet control. Combined with credit KINE-2101.

Instruction for all levels of skill in the fundamentals of basketball. Emphasis upon the development and improvement of total fitness, skill and general knowledge about basketball for leisure time use. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1105.

Fundamentals of bowling skills, strategies and scoring. For beginning and intermediate skill levels. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1106.

This course includes a variety of exercises focusing on increasing cardio-respiratory endurance as well as improving muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition. Movements set to music may include interval and circuit training, high and/or low impact movements, body sculpting, slide, cardio-dance, step aerobics and boot-camp style training. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1101.

A physical-conditioning course that emphasizes correct techniques for improving flexibility with individual and partner stretches from athletics, dance and yoga. May include Pilates mat work and balance ball exercises. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu.

A physical conditioning course that emphasizes cardiovascular fitness through your choice of walking, jogging, or a combination of both. Students will not be required to run. Correct techniques in striding and form will be introduced in addition to discussion of the benefits of aerobic exercise, nutrition, weight management, and associated topics. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1108.

More intricate movements and choreography of Middle Eastern dancing will be covered. Traditional and modern techniques will be offered. Combined with credit KINE-2108. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu.

Traditional and modern techniques of Middle Eastern dancing emphasizing fluidity of movement. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1114.

Beginning fencing techniques and strategies of proper footwork and bladework. The beginning fencer will also learn the methodology of bouting along with a brief history of fencing. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1118.

A survey of the practical aspects of the physical fitness industry. Emphasis on equipment cost analysis, program marketing, legal issues, policy formation, budgetary planning, computer software applications, and current industry trends. Integrated with college credit FITT 2333. The following course is integrated with the Exercise Science program. This course is designed to offer instruction for individuals interested in entering the workforce as a fitness professional and can be used in pursuit of the Fitness Specialist and Personal Fitness Trainer certificates or assist in preparing for national certification as a Personal Fitness Trainer. More information is available at the departmental website: https://education.austincc.edu/exercise/

Conditioning drills, passing, receiving, running, kicking, offensive and defensive plays will be covered. Combined with credit KINE-1119.

A study of guided and sequential experiences for developing aerobic based group exercise leadership skills. Opportunities provided for students to practice these skills under a professional mentor in a group setting. Integrated with college credit FITT 2331. The following course is integrated with the Exercise Science program. This course is designed to offer instruction for individuals interested in entering the workforce as a fitness professional and can be used in pursuit of the Fitness Specialist and Personal Fitness Trainer certificates or assist in preparing for national certification as a Personal Fitness Trainer. More information is available at the departmental website: https://education.austincc.edu/exercise/

Beginning to intermediate individual skill performance in tumbling and trampoline. Emphasis on strength, flexibility, balance and coordination. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1121.

A study of the components of weight control, smoking cessation, stress management, and other current trends. Topics include techniques in behavior modification, motivation, teaching, and counseling. Integrated with college credit FITT 2301. The following course is integrated with the Exercise Science program. This course is designed to offer instruction for individuals interested in entering the workforce as a fitness professional and can be used in pursuit of the Fitness Specialist and Personal Fitness Trainer certificates or assist in preparing for national certification as a Personal Fitness Trainer. More information is available at the departmental website: https://education.austincc.edu/exercise/

Aikido is a no punch, no kick art of self-defense. Using Aikido's throwing and pinning arts properly, an attack can be neutralized without inflicting serious injury. At its higher levels, it is an effective discipline for the development, integration and utilization of all human powers-physical, mental and spiritual. Aikido I covers history, philosophy and basic techniques. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1127.

This course is a further clarification of the basic techniques and their applied variations. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2113.

A comprehensive physical conditioning course, which includes calisthenics, plyometrics with medicine balls and strength and speed drills. Prepares and/or supplements conditioning for all forms of martial arts. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1127.

Fundamentals of a Chinese martial art form emphasizing health and self-defense (non-contact). It involves slow movements that resemble various animals in motion. It may be considered moving meditation. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1128.

This course is designed for students who have completed Tai Chi I. The continuation and progression includes moving mediation and the remainder of the 108 movements that compromise the form. Emphasis will be placed on deepening one's own practice by focusing on the inner vertical; learning within each movement. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2115.

A wide variety of martial arts weapons skills will be covered beginning with the short and long sticks. Conditioning drills will be included. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1132.

Japanese-American Martial Art form stressing physical fitness and self-defense. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1147.

Safety principles and skills which will enable students to avoid and/or minimize violence will be taught. Information on acculturated and lifestyle factors, which influence "victim profile" will be covered. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1138.

A survey of popular and traditional social and ballroom dances including the Waltz, Fox Trot, Polka, Swing, Cha-Cha, Tango, Latin Rhythms, Country Western, and other current dances. Emphasis on partnering techniques and variations of each dance. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1116.

Beginning swimming skills are taught including the American crawl, backstroke, breaststroke and sidestroke. Correct breathing skills are emphasized. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1141.

The fundamentals of tennis strokes, forehand, backhand, serve and volley as well as game scoring, positioning and etiquette for beginning player with emphasis for lifetime activity. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1142.

Continuation and progression from beginning tennis. Students with mastery of fundamental strokes will learn through play and instruction in the more advanced strategies and skills. Emphasis on development of total fitness and more advanced play for leisure use. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2120.

An introductory course to the fundamentals of volleyball including passing, serving, setting, and spiking. Students will learn rules and court strategy for playing the game. Emphasis on total fitness and recreational skills for leisure. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1144.

Continuation and progression from beginning volleyball. Students with mastery of the fundamental skills of volleyball will learn more advanced strategies and skills of the game. Emphasis on development of total fitness and more advanced play for leisure use. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2121.

This course is designed to help students identify and understand the benefits of weight training and how weight training affects the body. They will also be able to design and develop a balanced weight training program to meet their individual needs. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1145.

Intermediate and advanced level training routines for complete muscular development. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2122.

Introduction to yoga including traditional yoga postures emphasizing flexibility, breathing and relaxation techniques as well as careful attention to alignment in classical yoga poses. Props will be utilized depending upon the instructor. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-1146.

Continuation and progression from beginning Yoga to include advanced traditional Yoga postures emphasizing flexibility, breathing and relaxation techniques. For questions please call Roy Ramos 512.223.6024 or roy@austincc.edu. Integrated with credit KINE-2123.