PE1058: Snowboarding

Snowboarding is an exciting winter sport that is engaging and approachable to the true novice, which this course is designed for. This course is a beginning level, physically active course designed for students of all abilities. Students will develop a working knowledge of the etiquette, sportspersonship, rules, safety concerns, safe/healthy techniques, sports culture, and regulations of the international winter sport of Snowboarding. Physical literacy will be developed through in-class activities and drills that support the development of techniques and agilities in relation to the sport that students will be able to utilize in multiple environments that benefit the healthy development of the whole person. The pursuit of this lifelong activity is the ultimate goal, so students will have out-of-the-classroom opportunities to engage in this sport culture. This will expose students to the exciting local, national, and international competitive and basic engagement opportunities for individuals interested in this physical activity. This course is ideal for students interested in learning more about a growing and inclusive physical activity and a unique way to encourage a physically active lifestyle. This course takes place off-campus at an area ski hill so students need to make arrangements for their own transportation. Snowboarding equipment is available to rent at the facility for those who need it. Cold weather gear will be essential as class will take place as long as the ski hill is open.

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