Seward County Community College/Area Technical School
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: PE1371 - Pilates
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: One hour lab, two contact hours per week. This is a user-friendly fitness style of Pilates suitable for the general and athletic population. The emphasis on Pilates focuses on developing the deep stabilizing muscles of the torso and strengthening core abdominal and back muscles. The non-impact resistance eliminates stress on joints, realigns muscle imbalances and focuses on maintaining neutral pelvic and spinal alignment. For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.
3. PROGRAM AND DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT: The Seward County Community College/Area Technical School physical education program will broaden the understanding of fitness for life by providing general education, appropriate technology, and professional development opportunities that promote a healthy lifestyle.
4. TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS: Pilates Sticky Mat
5. SCCC/ATS OUTCOMES:
   • Outcome #9 - Exhibit workplace skills that include respect for others, teamwork competence, attendance/punctuality, decision making, conflict resolution, truthfulness, honesty, positive attitude, judgment, and responsibility.
6. COURSE OUTCOMES:
   • To improve core stability and body balance.
   • To enhance performance in sports and daily activities.
   • To increase flexibility, agility, and mobility.
   • To flatten and define abdominals.
   • To have better posture.
   • To improve circulation.
   • To build stronger, longer, and leaner muscles
7. TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
   • Techniques of beginning Pilates
   • Pilates techniques
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Discussion
   • Demonstration
9. INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESOURCE MATERIALS:
   • Video
   • Music
10. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT:
    • SCCC/ATS outcome #9 will be assessed and measured by class participation and attendance.
11. ADA STATEMENT: If you believe that you are entitled to special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Dean of Student Services at 620-417-1016 or visit the office located in the Hobble Academic Building.
    
    Syllabus Reviewed: March 2014