Yoga Fitness: Physical Ed Course

This 16-week course covers exercises on the mat from the disciplines of yoga, pilates and core fusion. Students will learn how to balance stability and flexibility as they explore stretching and strengthening sequences for the hips, shoulders, and spine. They will discover tools to increase focus, concentration, and attention through the practice of breath, balance, and core exercises. Students will learn anatomy, physiology, and kinesiology as they explore movements in the body from flexion to extension to rotation.

Lessons:

  • The anatomy of movement
  • History and philosophy of yoga
  • Sun salutes and yang yoga
  • Moon salutes and yin yoga
  • Partner yoga poses
  • Partner yoga stretches
  • Core power yoga
  • Mindful Moves
  • Mindful Meditation
  • Foam Roller and anatomy of upper body
  • Foam roller and anatomy of lower body
  • Stretch band and physiology of upper body
  • Stretch band and physiology of lower body
  • Restorative Yoga
  • Rest and Relax
  • Final presentation: Music and moves