Health, Fitness, and Lifestyle Courses

Physical Conditioning (1) - HFL 1053C

• This course is designed to help students improve their fitness levels in accord with their own personal physical fitness goals. With the help and approval of a fitness instructor, students will  develop and execute their individualized physical conditioning program. Students will receive regular input and feedback from the fitness instructor, and the importance of proper warm-up, cool down and stretching will be emphasized.

Half Marathon and Marathon Training (2) - HFL 1054

• This course is designed to provide the basic knowledge for setting up a half-marathon or marathon training schedule and setting individualized goals for race participation. Students will also learn proper running form, warm-up and cool down exercises, and stretching exercises. The role that hydration, nutrition, and recovery plays in marathon training will also be addressed. This course approaches half-marathon and marathon training holistically, focusing on core strengthening, hip mobility, body stability, S.O.S. (something of substance) running, and aerobic development.  Open to runners and walkers of all skill levels as students may choose to run, walk, or run/walk.

Walking for Fitness (1) - HFL 1055C

• This course is for students interested in learning how to incorporate walking into their fitness program. The course will cover proper form for fitness walking as well as warm-up, cool-down and stretching exercises appropriate for walking.

Running for Fitness (1) - HFL 1056C

• This course is for students interested in learning how to incorporate running into their fitness program. The course will cover proper form for running as well as warm-up, cool-down and stretching exercises appropriate for running.

Barre Fitness (1) - HFL 1088

• In this class, students will learn how to incorporate a mix of Barre exercises, which blend the latest exercise science with the Lotte Burke method (the genesis of the Barre movement), into their fitness routine. Barre delivers a fusion of ballet, Pilates, yoga and strength training movements designed to strengthen the muscles and enhance overall flexibility. A focus will be placed on proper alignment and improving posture, and class will utilize a mix of both class instruction and student participation.

Pilates (1) - HFL 1089     

• This course is designed for students interested in taking a more focused approach to Pilates. Students will learn how to incorporate a mix of Pilates exercises into their fitness routine. Potential benefits of Pilates can include, improved flexibility, increased muscle strength, and improved physical coordination and balance. A focus will be placed on proper alignment and improving posture, and class will utilize a mix of both class instruction and student participation.

*Number in parentheses indicates credit hours

Tennis I (1) - HFL 1040C

• This course is for students interested in learning the basics of tennis. The course will cover the rules of tennis, keeping score, forehand, backhand, volley, overhead and serve. Students will practice strokes and play both singles and doubles matches throughout the class. Students will be required to purchase a tennis racquet and one can of balls for each course.

Pickleball (1) - HFL 1041

• This course is for students interested in learning the fundamentals of pickleball including basic rules of singles and doubles, stroke technique, parts of the court, and basic playing strategies. Students will learn how to volley with proper footwork and body alignment and will have the opportunity to play both single and double games throughout the class.

Basketball (1) - HFL 1044C

• This course is for students interested in learning the basics of basketball. The course will cover the rules and basic skills of basketball. Students will practice skills and play recreational during class time.

Snow Sports (1) - HFL 1046

• This is a physical activity course designed to instruct students in the fundamentals of snow skiing and snow boarding. The class is conducted at a local snow sports recreation facility.  Students will be responsible for an additional fee that includes lift pass and rental of all necessary equipment.

Beginning Swimming (1) - HFL 1071C

• This is a beginning swimming class. Basic swim strokes will be taught and students will use classtime to practice the strokes. Students are required to be in the water for all class periods. Appropriate warm-up and cool-down activities will be stressed and students will be expected to follow all water safety rules both in and around the water. Students will be required to purchase goggles for this course.

Swim Conditioning (1) - HFL 1072C

• This class is intended to teach students how to use swimming as a conditioning exercise. Each student will develop an individualized swim work-out plan with the assistance of the course instructor. Class time will be spent improving swim strokes and swimming for improved physical fitness. Students are required to be in the water for all class periods. Appropriate warm-up and cool-down activities will be stressed and students will be expected to follow all water safety rules both in and around the water. Students will be required to purchase goggles for this course.

Social History of Baseball (3) - HFL 2001

• This online course provides a historical and analytical study of a sport through social change and cultural assimilation into American society. As they relate to baseball, such themes as urbanization, education, race, ethnicity, legal issues, literature, mass marketing, and popular culture will be discussed and defined. Baseball will be examined in terms of American and global issues from the 19th century to the present, including war, economics, religion, health and recreation, and community development. This course does not focus on sports trivia, nor does it glamorize sport. Rather, it considers baseball, and sport, as integral parts of human culture and as important aspects of American life.

Issues in Global Sport (3) - HFL 2003

• This online course examines the varieties of sport throughout the world and in the United States, showing how sport is interrelated with race, gender, politics, religion, urbanization, education, economics and cultural assimilation. It is not a course on sports trivia, nor does it glamorize sport. Rather, sport is examined as an integral part of human culture and as an important part of global life. In particular, this course explores current themes that form contemporary issues in several countries, such as educational programs, health concerns, violence, global stages for sporting events, gender equity, and the treatment of ethnic minorities within nations.

Sport and Community (3) - HFL 2004

• This online course examines the idea of "community" in a local geographical context and how sport contributes to social cohesion. How sport functions in terms of boundaries and divisions at all levels of society, and how communities are formed and re-formed in response to the integration of sport into the lives of individual and social groups, are explored with a view to the function of sport as a method of education.

Philosophy of Sports (3) - HFL 2005

• This online course examines concepts related to the institutionalization of sports. Included will be an assessment of the cultural history of American sports from the age of folk games to the era of the spectator and the on-going development of the media and television age. The course is accompanied by a series of recorded interviews of professionals in the world of sports including coaches, institutional administrators, athletes, media professionals and representatives, and professional sports figures. Consideration is also given to contemporary print and electronic materials. Under review are the concepts of competition, winning and losing, game, violence, hero, and legend among others and the dimensions of every day life and the human experience.

*Number in parentheses indicates credit hours

Yoga I (1) - HFL 1062C

• This class is for beginners who have little or no experience in yoga. The philosophy of yoga, importance of breathing, and various yoga poses will be covered in the class. Each yoga pose will be carefully introduced and students will be given the opportunity to practice the pose throughout the term. Students are required to purchase a Yoga mat for this course.

Yoga II (1) - HFL 1064C

• This class is for individuals with intermediate to advanced-level experience in practicing yoga. Students will learn how to incorporate correct postures and breathing techniques into performing more complex yoga poses and movement sequences. Students will also be introduced to a variety of types of yoga practices, such as Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Yin. Recommended prerequisite: HFL1062C (Yoga I). Students are required to purchase a Yoga mat for this course.

Mindfulness (1) - HFL 1065

• Mindfulness is the practice of bringing awareness to one's thoughts, feelings, sensations, and surrounding environment in the current moment. In this class, students will learn how to incorporate mindfulness techniques into their daily lives to improve various dimensions of personal well-being and life satisfaction.

Ashtanga Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 1066

• In this course, students will be introduced to a physical yoga practice called the Ashtanga Modified Primary Sequence.  Students will be expected to explore their physical journey in class, as well as commit to journaling and practicing yoga outside of class.  Students will also learn other practices such as yin yoga, rocket yoga, mindfulness and meditation.  This course will not only focus on the physical postures, but also the vast benefits yoga has to offer in daily life.  Students will read and journal about self and ethical observations, as well as explore yoga skills off the mat to look at the world with a more positive lens. Students will be required to purchase a Yoga mat for this course.

Yin Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 1067

• This course will introduce students to a gentle Yin Yoga practice that focuses on stretching connective tissues and physical energy.  Most of the postures are from the floor and are held anywhere between 3-5 minutes.   With focused breathing and allowing gravity to do the work, students are taught ways to release stress. Along with class time of practicing yoga, requirements include reading in a group and journaling around yin topics.  Students will also learn other yoga practices such as vinyasa yoga, mindfulness and meditation.  Yin Yoga studies will not only focus on postures for the physical body, but also the vast benefits yin yoga has on the organs and emotions. Students will be required to purchase a Yoga mat for this course.

Rocket Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 1069

• The Rocket is a style of yoga that was developed by Larry Schultz in San Francisco during the 1980s. Rooted in the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa, the sequence is composed of poses from the beginner, intermediate and advanced postures of Ashtanga Yoga. Although this is a challenging sequence, it allows for anyone to practice it, as long as they listen to their body. Rocket Yoga was created with Larry and the band, The Grateful Dead. Bob Weir named it “The Rocket” because he said, “It gets you there faster.” This is something a rocket yoga student finds through the dedication of the practice.   - Prerequisite Definition: To take this course you must: Have taken the following Course HFL1062C min grade C-.

Yoga Teacher Training I (3) - HFL 2071            

• This is the first course in a two-course series that prepares students to become Yoga instructors. In this course you learn the foundations of becoming a yoga teacher, including yoga posture alignment, assists, props, and modifications as well as posture sequencing and anatomy as it relates to yoga. You learn and practice teach various postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. This course serves as a pre-requisite for Yoga Teacher Training II (HFL 2072).

Yoga Teacher Training II (3) - HFL 2072

• This is the second course in a two-course series that prepares students to become Yoga instructors. In this course, students will go deeper into the foundations of becoming a yoga teacher and continue to delve into yoga posture technique and teaching, breathing techniques, and meditation. Subtle anatomy, yoga philosophy, and yoga as a business are also covered as part of the course. - Prerequisite Definition: To take this course you must: Have taken the following Course HFL2071 min grade D-.

*Number in parentheses indicates credit hours

Financial Wellness for College and Beyond (1) - HFL 1075

• Finances can be one of the top personal stressors, both in college and beyond. With a focus not only on personal finance concepts and knowledge, this course employs practical application that leads to behavior change which can positively influence personal wellbeing. The material enables to students to save, budget, avoid debt, and spend wisely.

Happiness in Action (1) - HFL 1080 

• This course focuses on applying the science of happiness to everyday life. Students will learn how to develop action-oriented strategies and implement research-based skills for improving their own happiness. It is intended that through this class, students will gain a better understanding of the science behind experiencing a meaningful life, while heightening personal well-being and reducing stress.

Building Resilience (1) - HFL 1081

• Resilience is an individual’s ability to positively cope with stress and adversity. Through this course, students will gain a better understanding of how to thrive in the face of life's challenges. Students will develop action-oriented strategies and implement research-based skills for improving resiliency to enhance personal growth and overall wellbeing.

Healthy Cooking Basics (1) - HFL 1090

• This course will provide basic cooking knowledge and skills to promote a healthy lifestyle.  Students will learn how to read recipes and scale them (e.g., cut them in half or double them), measure ingredients properly, use knives efficiently and safely, and use a variety of cooking techniques.   Information about healthy eating and cooking will also be provided so that the student can plan healthful weekly menus and navigate the grocery store to identify the healthiest choices.

Stress Management (1) - HFL 1094

• This course provides a basic comprehension of human stress including definitions, effects on the body, and a variety of techniques to help control and manage stress.

Adult Mental Health First Aid (1) - HFL 2032

• In this course, students will complete three micro trainings: Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), and Crisis Intervention Training (CRIT) as part of UC's Awareness, Screening, Support, and Intervention Skills Training for Students (ASSISTS). As such, students gain the knowledge and skills to respond to a person in mental distress and refer them to appropriate professional resources.? This course combines live online training with individual, asynchronous online pre-work.? Students who complete the training will be certified in the evidence-based program, Adult Mental Health First Aid, and will be equipped with foundational SBIRT and de-escalation skills and resources.

*Number in parentheses indicates credit hours

Adult Mental Health First Aid (1) - HFL 6032

• In this course, students will complete three micro trainings: Adult Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT), and Crisis Intervention Training (CRIT) as part of UC's Awareness, Screening, Support, and Intervention Skills Training for Students (ASSISTS). As such, students gain the knowledge and skills to respond to a person in mental distress and refer them to appropriate professional resources.? This course combines live online training with individual, asynchronous online pre-work.? Students who complete the training will be certified in the evidence-based program, Adult Mental Health First Aid, and will be equipped with foundational SBIRT and de-escalation skills and resources.

Yoga I (1) - HFL 6062C

• This class is for beginners who have little or no experience in yoga. The philosophy of yoga, importance of breathing, and various yoga poses will be covered in the class. Each yoga pose will be carefully introduced and students will be given the opportunity to practice the pose throughout the term. This course is geared toward gentle stretching, strength building, and flexibility for beginners.

Yoga II (1) - HFL 6064C

• This class is for individuals with experience in practicing yoga. Students will learn how to incorporate alignment of foundational postures and breathing techniques with more complex yoga poses and movement sequences. Students will also be introduced to a variety of types of yoga practices, such as Vinyasa, Ashtanga, and Yin. An overview of subtle energy, meditation, and creating a home practice will also be covered. Recommended prerequisite: HFL1062C (Yoga I)

Mindfulness (1) - HFL 6065

• Mindfulness is the practice of bringing awareness to one's thoughts, feelings, sensations, and surrounding environment in the current moment. In this class, students will learn how to incorporate mindfulness techniques into their daily lives to improve various dimensions of personal well-being and life satisfaction.

Ashtanga Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 6066

• In this course, students will be introduced to a physical yoga practice called the Ashtanga Modified Primary Sequence.  Students will be expected to explore their physical journey in class, as well as commit to journaling and practicing yoga outside of class.  Students will also learn other practices such as yin yoga, rocket yoga, mindfulness and meditation.  This course will not only focus on the physical postures, but also the vast benefits yoga has to offer in daily life.  Students will read and journal about self and ethical observations, as well as explore yoga skills off the mat to look at the world with a more positive lens.

Yin Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 6067

• This course will introduce students to a gentle Yin Yoga practice that focuses on stretching connective tissues and physical energy.  Most of the postures are from the floor and are held anywhere between 3-5 minutes.   With focused breathing and allowing gravity to do the work, students are taught ways to release stress. Along with class time of practicing yoga, requirements include reading in a group and journaling around yin topics.  Students will also learn other yoga practices such as vinyasa yoga, mindfulness and meditation.  Yin Yoga studies will not only focus on postures for the physical body, but also the vast benefits yin yoga has on the organs and emotions.

Rocket Yoga Studies (2) - HFL 6069

• The Rocket is a style of yoga that was developed by Larry Schultz in San Francisco during the 1980s. Rooted in the practice of Ashtanga Vinyasa, the sequence is composed of poses from the beginner, intermediate and advanced postures of Ashtanga Yoga. Although this is a challenging sequence, it allows for anyone to practice it, as long as they listen to their body. Rocket Yoga was created with Larry and the band, The Grateful Dead. Bob Weir named it “The Rocket” because he said, “It gets you there faster.” This is something a rocket yoga student finds through the dedication of the practice.   - Prerequisite Definition: To take this course you must: Have taken the following Course HFL1062C min grade C-.

Yoga Teacher Training I (3) - HFL 6071

• This is the first course in a two-course series that prepares students to become Yoga instructors. In this course you learn the foundations of becoming a yoga teacher, including yoga posture alignment, assists, props, and modifications as well as posture sequencing and anatomy as it relates to yoga. You learn and practice teach various postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. This course serves as a pre-requisite for Yoga Teacher Training II (HFL 2072).

Yoga Teacher Training II (3) - HFL 6062

• This is the second course in a two-course series that prepares students to become Yoga instructors. In this course, students will go deeper into the foundations of becoming a yoga teacher and continue to delve into yoga posture technique and teaching, breathing techniques, and meditation. Subtle anatomy, yoga philosophy, and yoga as a business are also covered as part of the course. - Prerequisite Definition: To take this course you must: Have taken the following Course HFL2071 min grade D-.

Happiness in Action (1) - HFL 6080

• This course focuses on applying the science of happiness to everyday life. Students will learn how to develop action-oriented strategies and implement research-based skills for improving their own happiness. It is intended that through this class, students will gain a better understanding of the science behind experiencing a meaningful life, while heightening personal well-being and reducing stress.