HPE-126 Women's Self-Defense Kickboxing

Women’s Self-Defense Kickboxing is a gender-inclusive martial arts class that combines women's self-defense techniques and aerobic exercise. Instruction will include self-defense techniques to defend against chokes, grabs and ground defense, as well as the Run-Hide-Fight safety action plan. Conditioning exercises to enhance strength and flexibility will include various kicks and boxing drills that are choreographed to music.

Credits

1

Lecture Contact Hours

2

Lab Contact Hours

0

Other Contact Hours

0

Department

• Health Science and Human Performance

Grading Scheme

• Letter

SUNY Gen Ed Credit

• No

Course Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze potentially dangerous situations and implement techniques in order to defuse the situation
2. Execute defensive techniques utilizing kicks and punches incorporated in an aerobic exercise routine
3. Identify the key structures of the cardio respiratory system
4. Recognize the wellness benefits of aerobic training relating to the body's cardio respiratory system
5. Design and teach a cardio workout utilizing self-defense techniques