Kinesiology (KINE)
KINE-100 1.5 Units Swimming
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalSwimming 100 is an introduction to the basic fundamentals of swimming. This course will instruct the student in basic water safety skills-introduction to the water, front and back floating, prone glide, flutter kick on front and back, arm stroke both front and back,rhythmic breathing and drown proofing. This course is to emphasize mental and physical adjustment to the water.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-100B 1.5 Units Intermediate Swimming
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-100 with a minimum grade of C.
Course is designed to learn the intermediate techniques of swimming, terminology and fluid mechanics. Strokes will included back crawl, breast stroke and butterfly strokes.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-101 1.5 Units Muscle and Tension Release Techniques
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course teaches the athlete/ dancer / mover the proper maintenance of the body to ensure longevity and greater movement ability. Emphasis will be on foam roller techniques (self myofascial release) and stretching techniques but will cover general performance recovery topics and may incorporate other mind-body modalities. Cross-listed with DANS-101.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-102A 1.5 Units Water Exercise-Beginning
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance, muscle tone and flexibility using the water as a medium for exercise. This is an excellent life long activity for non-swimmers and novice swimmers.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-102B 1.5 Units Water Exercise (Deep Water)
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-102A with a minimum grade of C.
A conditioning workout emphasizes cardiovascular endurance activities in deep water. Students must be comfortable in deep water (intermediate level swimmer) to participate in this class.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-103 1.5 Units Fitness for Life
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalOnline introductory fitness class designed to learn the fundamentals of an overall fitness program, including setting goals, strength and fitness evaluation, body composition, target heart rate, resistance training, flexibility training, relaxation training and dietary awareness. Students will be required to develop and evaluate an individualized exercise plan.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-104 1.5 Units Fitness Training for Success
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalCourse combines learning skills necessary to succeed in college with the skills needed to successfully complete a 10K race.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-112 1.5 Units Golf
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course will help a student in the development of understanding and attitudes relative to the game of golf. Specific attention is given to the proper fundamentals (grip, stance, swing) with different clubs in various situations. The rules and etiquette of golf are presented and practiced. The course may be presented specifically to students of particular skill levels.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-112B 1.5 Units Intermediate Golf
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-112 with a minimum grade of C.
Continuation of fundamentals of golf. Increased refinement in stroke techniques for shots, strategy, and course management. Designed to improve the golfer's handicap and mental attitude.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-113 1.5 Units Badminton
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThe course is designed for the beginning player. Basic skills will be developed and refined. Strategy, rules, etiquette and match tactics will be reviewed. Singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches will be played.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-113B 1.5 Units Intermediate Badminton
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-113 with a minimum grade of C.
The course is designed for the intermediate player. Basic skills will be developed and refined. Strategy, rules, etiquette, and match tactics will be reviewed. Singles, doubles, and mixed doubles matches will be played.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-115 1.5 Units Cross Training
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalA fitness course covering the full spectrum of physical fitness exercises (cardio-respiratory endurance, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility, balance, core) utilizing the industry's up-to-date principles and latest techniques.
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KINE-123 1.5 Units Tennis
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalFundamentals of tennis. Beginning: Rules, scoring, etiquette, and tactics for singles. Emphasis on forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve and volley. Text required.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-123B 1.5 Units Intermediate Tennis
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-123 with a minimum grade of C.
Intermediate: For the advanced beginner. Concepts and strategy at the intermediate level. Emphasis on forehand and backhand ground strokes, serve, volley, service return, approach shot, half volley, lob and overhead smash.
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KINE-124 1.5 Units Introduction to Spikeball
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalCourse designed to introduce students to the game of Spikeball. Emphasis will be on 2, 4 and 6 person play.
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KINE-125 1.5 Units Volleyball
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalFundamentals of volleyball. Beginning: Instruction on the pass, set, spike, serve and block. Emphasis on rules, etiquette and strategy for six person team play. Text required.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-125B 1.5 Units Intermediate Volleyball
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-125 with a minimum grade of C.
Intermediate skills and strategies and the introduction of techniques and team play. Emphasis on officiating and participation in tournament competition, as well as on six person team and introduction to two person play. Text required.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-127 1.5 Units Sand Volleyball
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course teaches the principles of sand volleyball including doubles, three, four or six player combinations. Basic volleyball skills will be taught. This course encourages fitness and wellness.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-127B 1.5 Units Intermediate/Advanced Sand Volleyball
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-127 with a minimum grade of C.
This class is designed to prepare students to compete at the intermediate and advanced levels for sand volleyball.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-129 1.5 Units Spinning
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to provide students with a cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout through a continuous movement on a bicycle (stationary). Each workout begins with a warm-up, then an increasing level of workload and finishes with a cool-down. This course provides a workout suitable for all levels of fitness.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-129B 1.5 Units Intermediate Spinning
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-129 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to provide students with a cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout on a spin bicycle (stationary). Each workout begins with a warm-up, then an increasing level of workload and finishes with a cool-down. Intermediate students will learn more advanced concepts of metabolism as it pertains to exercise. This course will also include a core strengthening portion that is designed to increase the student's performance on the bike. This course provides a workout suitable for experienced spin cyclists.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-130 1.5 Units Yoga
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis class is an introduction to Hatha Yoga. Students will be taught the theory, history and philosophy of yoga. Students will participate in the practice of yoga postures, while integrating breath work and concentration. The physiological and emotional benefits will be discussed.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-130B 1.5 Units Intermediate Yoga
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-130 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is an intermediate yoga class. The class will build on the beginning yoga postures and poses and will focus on developing flow, energy, and strength.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-131 1.5 Units Cardio Kickboxing
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to provide students with a cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout through continuous movements such as kicks, punches, jumping rope and calisthenic exercises. Each workout, which begins with a warm-up and finishes with a final stretch, emphasizes proper execution of movements and body alignment. This course is a non-contact workout appropriate for all levels of fitness.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-131B 1.5 Units Intermediate Cardio Kickboxing
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-131 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to provide students with a cardiovascular and muscle conditioning workout through continuous movements such as kicks, punches, jumping rope and calisthenic exercises. Each workout emphasizes proper execution of movements and body alignment. Flexibility, strength training, focus mitt training and muscular endurance activities may also be incorporated.This course is a non-contact workout appropriate for students with an intermediate level of fitness.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-133 1.5 Units Body Sculpting
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to provide students an environment for improving muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscular flexibility. These three components of fitness will be addressed using a variety of equipment including free weights, bands, tubing, benches, and mats. Emphasis will be placed on proper technique and form, and safe execution of exercises.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-133B 1.5 Units Intermediate Body Sculpting
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-133 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to provide students with a healthy environment for continued development in muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility. These three techniques will be developed through various free weights, bands, tubing, benches, and mat exercises.
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KINE-139 1.5 Units Kickboxing With Jeet Kune Do Concepts Level 1
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalEntry level kickboxing course incorporating June Fan Jeet Kune Do boxing concepts. Level 1 focuses on conditioning, skills and attribute training. Most techniques and practice drills will be from the kicking and punching range. Some basic trapping techniques will be discussed. No grappling techniques will be incorporated at this level. This course will require student to purchase boxing gloves. Light contact focus mitts provided.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-139D 1.5 Units Kickboxing With Jeet Kune Do Concepts Level 1
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-139 with a minimum grade of B or approval by the instructor.
Teaching Assistant for Level I JKD (Jeet Kune Do)kickboxing course. Successful completion of PHYE 139 before enrolling in the teaching assistant course strongly recommended.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-141 1.5 Units Kickboxing With Jeet Kune Do Concepts Level 2
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-139 with a minimum grade of C or beginning level martial arts or boxing experience.
Martial art intermediate level training using Jeet Kune Do (JKD) training methods and concepts. Course builds on the boxing skill-sets developed in the level one course and continues into trapping, grappling and other techniques such as arm bars and submissions. It is recommended that the student successfully complete the level 1 course before registering for level 2. Note: some equipment will need to be provided by the student.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-141D 1-1.5 Units Jeet Kune Do Level 2 Teaching Assistant
36-54 hours activity; 36-54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of PHYE-141 with a minimum grade of C.
Teaching Assistant for Level 2 JKD (Jeet Kune Do)martial arts course. Completion of JKD level 2 course or equivalent strongly recommended.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-143 1.5 Units Suspension Training
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course offers a suspension training workout. TRX is a full-body strength workout that utilizes a person's own body weight instead of relying on machines or weights. It's good for endurance athletes, power lifters, returning exercisers or those new to fitness.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-146 1.5 Units Fitness Flexibility
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed for students to achieve greater overall flexibility, strengthen, and tone the muscles. This class will focus on abdominal conditioning so the student can receive the benefits of a sturdy low back and optimal posture. Stability balls, stretch bands, and light weights will be used.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-146B 1.5 Units Intermediate Fitness and Flexibility
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-146 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed for students to achieve greater overall flexibility, strength, and muscle tone. Focus on intense abdominal conditioning for greater stability in the lower back and for optimal posture. Stability balls, stretch bands, and light weights will be used.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-147 1.5 Units Swim for Fitness
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis is a course desgined to improve basic aquatics skills (crawl stroke, back stroke, breast stroke) and provide life long fitness through incresed endurance and knowledge gained about the major components of a workout.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-148 1.5 Units Walking for Fitness
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalInstruction in this course is focused on improving cardiovascular endurance through a safe and effective exercise program of walking.
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KINE-148B 1.5 Units Intermediate Walking for Fitness
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-148 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to develop skills for advanced cardiovascular training using advanced walking and race walking.
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KINE-149 1.5 Units Physical Fitness
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course focuses on fundamental concepts of physical fitness. Aerobics, strength, flexibility, posture, nutrition and relaxation are discussed and incorporated into the program. A general program will be established with students eventually working into individualized programs.
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KINE-149B 1.5 Units Intermediate Physical Fitness
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-149 with a minimum grade of C.
The purpose of this course is designed to further develop the physical fitness principles of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition for the intermediate level student.
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KINE-151 1.5 Units Weight Training
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to provide a meaningful understanding of the purpose of weight training, to enable individuals to evaluate their own level of muscular fitness, and to design and engage in personalized training programs using the components of muscular strength, muscular endurance, and joint flexibility that can be beneficial throughout life.
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KINE-151B 1.5 Units Intermediate Weight Training
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-151 with a minimum grade of C.
The purpose of this course is to provide students with an intermediate level of muscular strength and fitness. Students will design and engage in intermediate level programs which apply the components of muscular strength, endurance and joint flexibility.
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KINE-151C 1.5 Units Olympic Weight Training
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-151 or KINE-151B with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to provide an understanding of basic lift mechanics and considerations for ensuring proper preparations to perform Olympic lifts.
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KINE-154 1.5 Units Mat Pilates
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalCourse will introduce students to the basic principles and mat exercise system developed by Joseph H. Pilates. Students will use mat exercises to develop strength, flexibility, balance, coordination and proper alignment. Cross-listed with DANS-154.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-154B 1.5 Units Intermediate Pilates
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-154 with a minimum grade of C.
Intermediate course based on the work of Joseph H. Pilates with an emphasis on exercises for improved body alignment, strength and flexibility. This course will include intermediate-level mat work using mats, rings and foam rollers. Students will create a personalized Pilates Mat session. Cross-listed with DANS-154B.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-160 1.5 Units Adaptive Physical Education
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalPrerequisite: Medical verification form must be completed by a physician.
Designed to meet the needs of the physically limited student. The course will provide adaptations necessary to achieve muscular strength; cardiorespiratory endurance; and flexibility, each within the parameters of the student's ability.
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KINE-162 1.5 Units Adaptive Aquatics
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Students will be assessed.
This course is designed to teach the fundamentals of swimming for the disabled student. In addition to skill acquisition, students will develop cardiovascular endurance, strength, balance and flexibility using aquatic techniques.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-169 1.5 Units Corrective Physical Education for TA's
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Approval of Instructor.
This course is designed to train assistants in the field of corrective physical education and to provide these students with actual experience in working with a wide variety of handicaps and abilities. The student will gain an understanding of the physical, mental, and social effects of physical education on the exceptional individual. The course will provide experience and training for students interested in pursuing a career in Physical Education, Corrective Therapy and Rehabilitative Physical Education. Open entry/open exit.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-171 3 Units Care & Prevention of Athletic Injuries
54 hours lecture; 54 hours totalAn introduction to the concepts of athletic training: care and management of sports injuries; rehabilitation of injuries through selection and use of equipment and proper training, and taping techniques.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-172 1.5 Units Rugby
54 hours activity; 54 hours totalThis course is designed to introduce students to the sport of rugby. Basic skills needed for competitive and recreational play will be developed.
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KINE-174 1-3 Units Skills and Conditioning for Team Sports
58-175 hours lab; 58-175 hours totalThis course focuses on techniques and analysis of sport and conditioning used in preparing an student to compete at an advanced level. The course is available to all students.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-176 1-1.5 Units Team Sports
36-54 hours activity; 36-54 hours totalThis course is an introduction to the basic movements and skills necessary for participation in an athletic event. Instruction also identifies rules, team concepts, scoring, etiquette, safety, and conditioning for competitive situations. This course is designed for the beginning student who has never played varsity basketball and/or enrolled in a college team sport class. This course is open to all students.
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KINE-176B 1-1.5 Units Intermediate Team Sports
36-54 hours activity; 36-54 hours totalThis course is a continuation in the development of the movements and skills necessary for participation in a team oriented athletic event. Instruction also identifies rules, team concepts, scoring, etiquette, safety, and conditioning for competitive situations. The course is designed for intermediate players who have experience playing the specified sport either on a high school team or in a college class. This course is open to all students.
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KINE-178 1-3 Units Pre-Season Conditioning
58-175 hours lab; 58-175 hours totalThis course prepares students for a competitive season. It is a solid conditioning program that will prepare the student both mentally and physically through training and competition, decreasing injury potential. This class is a requirement for athletes who participate in the "non-traditional season." This class is available to all students. Repeatable for credit three times.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-190 3 Units Introduction to Personal Training
54 hours lecture; 54 hours totalThis course provides students with information regarding exercise, stretching, nutrition and business practices of personal trainers. Course prepares students to take the national exam to become certified personal trainers.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-199 1-3 Units Independent Study in Physical Education
54-162 hours lab; 54-162 hours totalPrerequisite: Consent of a full-time faculty member or the Division Chair.
Independent study course for students interested in specialized reading, research, or projects that deal with an acceptable topic in physical education.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-200 3 Units Coaching & Athletic Administration
54 hours lecture; 54 hours totalInstruction in the theories and techniques of coaching sport and the variables which contribute to team performance and success. Course will focus on coaching philosophy, psychology, pedagogy and sport management.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-201 3 Units Introduction to Kinesiology
54 hours lecture; 54 hours totalThis course is an introduction to the interdisciplinary approach to the study of human movement. An overview of the importance of the sub-disciplines in kinesiology will be discussed along with career opportunities in the areas of teaching, coaching, allied health, and fitness professions.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-203 3 Units Introductio to Applied Sports Psychology
54 hours lecture; 54 hours totalIntroduction to Applied Sports Psychology provides and introduction to psychological theories, strategies and skills as applied to athletic performance. The course is designed to help individuals and coaches optimize performance in exercise, athletics and health activities. Topics will include imagery, goals setting, cognitive restructuring, attentional focusing, arousal regulation, motivation and self actualization during sports participation.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-272 1 Unit Sports Medicine Training Lab
54 hours lab; 54 hours totalRecommended Preparation: Completion of KINE-171 with a minimum grade of C.
This course is designed to provide students with experience through internship hours working directly in the athletic training room. The course also gives students interested in physical therapy, massage therapy and personal fitness training hands-on experience.
Transfers to CSU only
KINE-285 0.5-3 Units Men's Basketball Team
29-175 hours lab; 29-175 hours totalThis course is designed for the competitive basketball player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate play. Repeatable for credit three times.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-286 0.5-3 Units Women's Basketball Team
29-175 hours lab; 29-175 hours totalA course designed for the competitive basketball player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate play. Repeatable 3 times for credit.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-287 3 Units Baseball Team
175 hours lab; 175 hours totalThis is a course designed for the competitive baseball player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate baseball games. Repeatable for credit three times.
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KINE-290 3 Units Golf Team
175 hours lab; 175 hours totalThis is a course designed for the competitive golfer who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate play. Repeatable for credit three times.
Transfers to both UC/CSU
KINE-291 3 Units Soccer Team
175 hours lab; 175 hours totalThis is a course designed for the competitive soccer player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate play. Repeatable for credit three times.
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KINE-292 3 Units Softball Team
175 hours lab; 175 hours totalThis is a course designed for the competitive softball player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate play. Repeatable for credit three times.
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KINE-297 3 Units Women's Volleyball Team
175 hours lab; 175 hours totalThis is a course designed for the competitive volleyball player who will represent Napa Valley College in intercollegiate matches. Repeatable three times for credit.
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