HACT 112 Beginning Karate
The course will introduce the student to basic self defense theory. They will learn how to practice the basic striking and kicking skills. They will learn basic conditioning exercises to improve those skills..
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
HACT 112Beginning Karate
Please note: This is not a course syllabus. A course syllabus is unique to a particular section of a course by instructor. This curriculum guide provides general information about a course.
I. General Information
Department
Health, Recreation and Fitness
II. Course Specification
Course Type
Program Requirement
General Education Competency
[GE Core type]
Semester Contact Hours Lab
30
Grading Method
Letter grade
Credit Hours Maximum, if repeatable
2
III. Catalog Course Description
The course will introduce the student to basic self defense theory. They will learn how to practice the basic striking and kicking skills. They will learn basic conditioning exercises to improve those skills..
IV. Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to:
- Demonstrate appropriate safety practices
- Improvement in basic self defense theory, basic striking, kicking skills and basic conditioning exercises
V. Topical Outline (Course Content)
The student should expect to achieve an increase in awareness of self-defense. They will be able to demonstrate 5 basic kicks, 5 basic hand strikes, and 5 basic self defense applications. They will learn basic targets. Be evaluated on primary targets. They will be exposed to history of the martial arts. Students will learn brief history of the art
VI. Delivery Methodologies
Assessment Strategy Narrative
Pre and post skills assessment
Post safety evaluation online