PE 185Q Karate

Beginning Karate - Introduces the student to the American Kenpo Karate System. Includes basic such as blocking, striking and kicking. Self Defense movements and katas (forms) will also be covered. Emphasizes proper warm-up, calisthenics and stretching to establish and maintain good body condition. Intermediate Karate - Focuses training in the American Kenpo Karate System and includes continued development of basics, higher level katas (forms) and the enhancement and development of self defense techniques. Emphasizes proper warm-up, calisthenics and stretching to establish and maintain good body condition. Freestyle Karate - A course designed to deal with freestyle techniques of the martial arts including several different styles and philosophies.

Credits

1

Prerequisite

Prerequisite: PE 185Q Beginning Karate.

Notes

Lower Division Transfer (LDT) Course

General Education Requirements

AAOT Health & PE, AGS PE/Health

Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Recognize and describe the importance of consistent and effective participation. Demonstrate knowledge of the techniques and/or strategies involved in karate. Demonstrate proper technique, based on the studentäó»s personal ability in karate