PED 1012 - BEGINNING YOGA I

credits: 1.0
Will explore the ways in which Yoga affects the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual centers of human beings. Students will learn the fundamental way to relax and energize through practicing yoga poses, breathing techniques, and mediation. Objectives: A) Perform yoga poses with correct alignment; B) Perform yoga breathing techniques; C) Know the benefits of specific yoga postures; D) Develop physical strength, flexibility and balance. Method of Instruction: A) Demonstration of specific poses; B) Practice of specific poses and core body strengthening; C) Practice of breathing techniques and meditation; D) Discussion and possible video teaching. Method of Evaluation: Class attendance and participation, written test based on readings from text and skills from class Practicum (performing certain yoga poses). Objectives: A) Perform yoga poses with correct alignment; B) Perform yoga breathing techniques; C) Know the benefits of specific yoga postures; D) Develop physical strength, flexibility and balance. Method of Instruction: A) Demonstration of specific poses; B) Practice of specific poses and core body strengthening; C) Practice of breathing techniques and meditation; D) Discussion and possible video teaching. Method of Evaluation: Class attendance and participation, written test based on readings from text and skills from class Practicum (performing certain yoga poses). Meets *PEW Distribution Requirement.