Course Offerings and Descriptions

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Aerobics 1, Course #1503400 (.50 credit)

This course meets an elective requirement for Physical Education. The course requirements include, but are not limited to, the benchmarks from the Sunshine State Standards that are most relevant to this course (www.floridastandards.org). The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire basic knowledge of Aerobics, develop skills in specified areas of cardiovascular and muscular endurance, and maintain or improve health-related fitness.

• The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop basic-level knowledge of aerobic activities and fitness and to maintain or improve an individualized level of fitness.

• This course will contain but not limited to the following: safety practices, basic physiology of the cardiovascular system, basic anatomy of the muscles, correct techniques of executing exercises, high and low impact aerobics, use of various types of exercise equipment, personal and group fitness exercises/activities, fitness assessment, nutrition, stress reduction, consumer issues and the benefits of cardio respiratory fitness.

 

Aerobics 2, Course #1503410 (.50 credit):

Course Description: This course meets an elective requirement for Physical Education. The course requirements include, but are not limited to, the benchmarks from the Sunshine State Standards that are most relevant to this course (www.floridastandards.org). The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire intermediate knowledge of Aerobics, develop skills in specified areas of cardiovascular and muscular endurance, and maintain or improve health-related fitness.

• The purpose of this course is to enable students to develop intermediate-level of knowledge pertaining to aerobic activities and fitness and to maintain or improve an individualized level of fitness.  This course is an extension of Aerobics 1, but Aerobics 1 is not a prerequisite to Aerobics 2.  

• This course will contain but not limited to the following: safety practices, physiology of the cardiovascular system, anatomy of the muscles, correct techniques of executing exercises, high and low impact aerobics, use of various types of exercise equipment, personal and group fitness exercises/activities, fitness assessment, nutrition, stress reduction, consumer issues and the benefits of cardio respiratory fitness.

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Basketball 1, Course# 1503310 (.50 credit)

The purpose of this course is to provide more in-depth instruction of the fundamental skills, tactics, rules and etiquette in basketball.  Introduction to systems of play will be included to enhance the student's understanding.  Advanced skills and drills which directly affect student's physical and cognitive abilities will be covered.  Students will participate in advanced individual and team techniques in relationship to basketball strategy.  Participate in course activities will continue to enhance healthy behaviors that influence students to participate in physical activities throughout their life.

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Basketball 2, Course# 1503315 (.50 credit)

The purpose of this course is to provide more in-depth instruction of the fundamental skills, tactics, rules and etiquette in basketball.  Introduction to systems of play will be included to enhance the student's understanding.  Advanced skills and drills which directly affect student's physical and cognitive abilities will be covered.  Students will participate in advanced individual and team techniques in relationship to basketball strategy.  Participate in course activities will continue to enhance healthy behaviors that influence students to participate in physical activities throughout their life.

 

Beginning Weight Training, Course # 1501340 (.50 credit)

This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn weight training concepts and techniques used for obtaining optimal physical fitness. Students will benefit from comprehensive weight training and cardio respiratory endurance activities. Students will learn the basic fundamentals of weight training, strength training, aerobic training, and overall fitness training and conditioning. Students will be empowered to make wise choices, meet challenges, and develop positive behaviors in fitness, wellness, and movement activity for a lifetime.

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H.O.P.E- Health Opportunities through Physical Education, Course #3026010 (1 credit)

The purpose of this course is to develop and enhance healthy behaviors that influence lifestyle choices and student health and fitness.  Emphasis is placed on literacy skills and college and career readiness benchmarks.  Specific health education topics addressed within this course include mental/social health; physical fitness; nutrition and wellness planning; diseases and disorders; health advocacy; First Aid/CPR; alcohol, tobacco and other drug prevention; and human sexuality, including abstinence and sexually transmitted diseases.  This course is a graduation requirement.

 

Intermediate Weight Training, Course #1501350 (.50 credit)

Prerequisite: Beginning Weight Training

This course covers fundamentals of an advanced weight training program including application of strength training using weight machines and free weights. It teaches anatomy and physiology associated with weight training and safe lifting procedures, along with the design of an individualized strength training program.

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Personal Fitness, Course #1501300 (.50 credit)

The purpose of this course is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and values they need to become healthy and physically active for a lifetime. This course addresses both the health and skill-related components of physical fitness which are critical for students' success.

 

Recreational Activities, Course #1502470 (.50 credit)

Students will explore opportunities for participation in a variety of physical activities outside of the school setting that contribute to personal enjoyment and the attainment or maintenance of a healthy lifestyle.  Students will also examine and analyze the long-term benefits of regularly participating in physical activity.

 

Team Sports 1, Course #1503350 (.50 credit)

This course is designed to include the development of general personal fitness and active participation in team sports such as basketball, soccer, flag football, volleyball, and sports around the world.  Activities are equally divided within the total weeks of instruction. This course includes history, rules, and terminology with an emphasis on skill development, officiating, game strategies, leadership, and team work.

 

Team Sports 2, Course #1503360 (.50 credit)

The purpose of this course is to enable students to acquire a more than basic knowledge of team sports play, develop skills in rugby, lacrosse, physical fitness and sports around the world. Students will maintain or improve health‐related fitness.

The content should include, but not be limited to: safety practices, rules, terminology, etiquette, history of the sports, sportsmanship, correct techniques in performing skills, consumer issues, benefits of participation, fitness activities, and assessment of skills and fitness assessments. This is an extension of Team Sports I.

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