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These courses are integrated with College Credit physical activity classes in the Kinesiology Department. These courses open seats for the general public to enroll as a Continuing Education student. For questions, please contact Roy Ramos at roy@austincc.edu.
Visit our website at https://www.austincc.edu/academic-and-career-programs/areas-of-study/education/health-and-kinesiology.
For the spring 2021 semester, classes will be online. You will be guided and coached by expert instructors who have many years of experience training individuals to improve their fitness and skill levels.
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Aerobics II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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.
Badminton
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
The fundamentals of badminton strokes, forehand, backhand, serve and volley as well as game scoring, positioning, and etiquette for the beginning player with an emphasis on lifetime activity. Integrated with credit KINE-1148.
Basketball
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1105.
Bowling
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Fundamentals of bowling skills, strategies, and scoring. For beginning and intermediate skill levels. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1106.
Cardio Conditioning
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1101.
Conditioning-Stretching/Flexibility
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions.
Conditioning-Walk/Jog
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1108.
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Dance-Mid-East
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Traditional and modern techniques of Middle Eastern dancing emphasizing fluidity of movement. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1114.
Fencing I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1118.
Fitness and Exercise Testing
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
A study of the techniques for conducting physical fitness assessments including tests of cardiorespiratory fitness, muscular strength and endurance, joint flexibility, body composition, and pulmonary capacity. Topics include an introduction to electrocardiography and equipment use and maintenance. Emphasis on safety guidelines and precautions. Integrated with college credit FITT 1401. TThe 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/
Gymnastics I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Beginning to intermediate individual skill performance in tumbling and trampoline. Emphasis on strength, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1121.
Introduction to Herbalism: Infusions 101 Workshop
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
This is a 2 hour workshop in which participants will learn a brief history of Herbalism, including how indigenous cultures used herbs historically. Participants will learn ways herbs can support in balancing the body and mind and soul. Participants will have the opportunity to make an herbal infusion in class and will leave with a sample herb of their choice.
Lifestyle Change for Wellness
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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/
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Martial Arts Aikido
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1127.
Martial Arts Aikido II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
This course is a further clarification of the basic techniques and their applied variations. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-2113.
Martial Arts Conditioning
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1127.
Martial Arts Tai Chi
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1128.
Martial Arts Tai Chi II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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.
Martial Arts Weaponry
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
A wide variety of martial arts weapons skills will be covered beginning with the short and long sticks. Conditioning drills will be included. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1132.
Martial Arts-Karate I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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.
Pickleball
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
The fundamentals of pickleball strokes, forehand, backhand, serve and volley as well as game scoring, positioning, and etiquette for the beginning player with an emphasis on lifetime activity. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1149.
Self Defense
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1138.
Social Dance
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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.
Swimming I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Beginning swimming skills are taught including the American crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, and sidestroke. Correct breathing skills are emphasized. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1141.
Taking Impeccable Care of Yourself
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Want to create a self-care routine that actually works In this workshop, you will learn about the ancient practices of Ayurveda, as well as the Alkaline lifestyle. You will complete a quiz to determine your unique dosha (constitution) and leave with a Soul Care routine based on your dosha type. The practices learned are based in science and proven to prevent stress and dis-ease within the body, mind and soul.
Tennis I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1142.
Tennis II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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.
Volleyball
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1144.
Weight Training I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1145.
Weight Training II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Intermediate and advanced level training routines for complete muscular development. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-2122.
Yoga I
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
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. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-1146.
Yoga II
Program Area: Lifelong Learning
Course Description
Integrated Course
Continuation and progression from beginning Yoga to include advanced traditional Yoga postures emphasizing flexibility, breathing and relaxation techniques. Contact Roy Ramos at (512) 223-6024 or roy@austincc.edu with any questions. Integrated with credit KINE-2123.