PEH 135: Beginning Yoga

Distribution
Physical Education Activity/Health & Wellness
Credits 1 Lab Hours 22
Introductory and intermediate yoga postures will be introduced to promote balance, strength, flexibility, and joint stability. Students will also be introduced to basic breath work and meditation practices to enhance stress relief and focus. Students will be exposed to the relationship between the mind and body and the role yoga can play in promoting lifelong health. May be repeated for up to three (3) credits.
Quarters Offered
Fall,
Winter,
Spring,
Summer
Course Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to demonstrate the following knowledge or skills:

  1. Demonstrate basic yoga postures.
  2. Practice simple meditation and breathing techniques to relieve stress, improve focusing skills, and develop greater body awareness.
Course Content Outline
  1. Learn basic physical yoga postures.
  2. Introduction to the 8 Limbs of yoga philosophy.
  3. Learn basic meditation and breathing techniques.