PE 185YOF - Yoga Flow

1 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s): Ability to follow the instructor’s movements in Yoga/Tai Chi/Pilates style actions.

Course Description: Yoga Flow is inspired by Yoga, Tai Chi and Qi Gong with added core and strength conditioning. This class is designed to include exercises that increase strength, stamina, stability, balance, flexibility, and focus on the core muscles. Poses are held for several breaths to focus on increasing strength, while a rhythmic, flowing style generates heat in the body. This blend of focus and flow incorporate dynamic balance and functional training that challenge strength and balance, and emphasize the athleticism of yoga. Classes end in a traditional way with deep relaxation and meditation. Modifications available for all fitness levels, no prior yoga, Tai Chi or Qi Gong experience is required.

Course is repeatable.

Course Level: Lower Division Collegiate

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Participation and demonstration of safe and easy exercise yoga flow poses.
CLO#2: Show improvement in the targeted areas of body composition.
CLO#3: Demonstrate proficiency in various yoga flow poses, Tia Chi forms, alignment principles, and breathing techniques.
CLO#4: Demonstrate leadership by leading the class through a short presentation of yoga flow principles. (ILO: Critical Thinking)