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| CATALOG INFORMATION
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| Discipline and Nbr:
KFIT 5.1 | Title:
PILATES MAT |
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| Full Title:
Pilates Mat |
| Last Reviewed:4/13/2020 |
| Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
| Maximum | 2.00 | Lecture Scheduled | 0 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 0 |
| Minimum | 1.00 | Lab Scheduled | 4.00 | 6 min. | Lab Scheduled | 70.00 |
| | Contact DHR | 0 | | Contact DHR | 0 |
| | Contact Total | 4.00 | | Contact Total | 70.00 |
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| | Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| | Total Out of Class Hours: 0.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 70.00 | |
Title 5 Category:
AA Degree Applicable
Grading:
Grade or P/NP
Repeatability:
22 - 4 Times in any Comb of Levels
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
PHYED 33
Catalog Description:
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This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels, dancers and athletes who want to increase overall movement efficiency, correct muscle imbalances, increase core strength and develop the mind/body connection during movement based on the original techniques developed by fitness pioneer, Joseph H. Pilates. Students will be introduced to principles of proper alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and coordination through mat exercises. Breathing techniques will be learned to facilitate smooth and efficient movement, promote sufficient oxygen circulation and enhance kinesthetic awareness.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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This class is designed for individuals of all fitness levels, dancers and athletes who want to increase overall movement efficiency, correct muscle imbalances, increase core strength and develop the mind/body connection during movement based on the original techniques developed by fitness pioneer, Joseph H. Pilates. Students will be introduced to principles of proper alignment, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance and coordination through mat exercises. Breathing techniques will be learned to facilitate smooth and efficient movement, promote sufficient oxygen circulation and enhance kinesthetic awareness.
(Grade or P/NP)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:CSU;UC.
Repeatability:22 - 4 Times in any Comb of Levels
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
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| CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| CSU Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 2001 | Inactive: | |
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| UC Transfer: | Transferable | Effective: | Fall 2001 | Inactive: | |
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Certificate/Major Applicable:
Both Certificate and Major Applicable
COURSE CONTENT
Outcomes and Objectives:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:
1. Identify the history, evolution, and core principles of Pilates.
2. Identify the core muscles developed in Pilates-based exercises.
3. Demonstrate kinesthetic awareness, proper body alignment, core strength, and stability while performing Pilates-based exercises.
4. Demonstrate neutral pelvic, scapular, and spine placement while performing Pilates-based movement.
5. Demonstrate coordination of breath with movement while performing Pilates-based exercises.
6. Identify one or more fitness-related goals.
7. Perform Pilates exercises using appropriate modifications for current ability and proper use of Pilates Mat equipment.
8. Analyze personal fitness progress in relation to performing Pilates-based exercises.
Repeating students must demonstrate increased depth and breadth of related skills, with new learning objectives.
Topics and Scope
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I. History and Evolution of Pilates-based exercise
A. History of Joseph Pilates
B. Introduction of Pilates' exercise methods in the United States
C. Evolution of Joseph Pilates' original theories
D. Additions and modifications of original exercises
E. Use of equipment for Pilates Mat exercises
II. Principles of Pilates
A. Breathing (inhalation and exhalation coordinated with movement)
B. Centering
C. Concentration
D. Control
E. Precision
F. Flow/Efficiency of Movement
III. Other Aspects of Pilates
A. Neutral pelvic and spine position
B. Kinesthetic awareness
C. Core strength and stablity
D. Core muscles used in Pilates (primary and secondary muscle groups)
E. Recruitment of deep pelvic/abdominal musculature
F. Scapular release (neutral placement)
IV. Goals and objectives of Pilates- based exercise
A. Assessment of current personal fitness levels
B. Develop personal fitness goals
C. Analyzing fitness progress
D. Modifications for various levels of fitness
E. Personal program or sequence
Repeating students must demonstrate increased depth and breadth of related skills, with new learning objectives
Assignments:
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1. Written personal Pilates goals and objectives
2. 1-4 Pilates journal entries or written analysis of progress
3. Written personal Pilates program
4. Practical demonstration of proper technique and performance of Pilates-based exercises
5. 1-3 Exams and/or quizzes
Repeating students must demonstrate increased depth and breadth of related skills, with new learning objectives
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
10 - 30% |
| Journal entries, personal program, analysis of progress | |
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
20 - 40% |
| Practical demonstration, performance. | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
10 - 30% |
| Exams and Quizzes: Multiple choice, True/false, Matching items, Completion | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
40 - 60% |
| Attendance and participation | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Pilates (1st). Isacowitz, Rael. Human Kinetics: 2006.
Instructor prepared materials
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