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    Sports Fitness

    Courses are geared toward activities to improve cardiovascular and muscular fitness and preparation for sports conditioning. Sports fitness courses encompass: aerobic exercise courses, core training, strength training, aquatics and some sports conditioning. Class participation should generate a higher level of fitness for each student. 

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    Department Overview

    Laney College's Sports Fitness department offers a comprehensive selection of courses designed to enhance overall physical fitness and athletic performance.

    Students can engage in a variety of activities, from aerobic and aquatic exercises to core and strength training. These courses provide tailored conditioning that helps students build endurance, strength, and flexibility, contributing to a well-rounded fitness regimen.

    Each class is structured to help students elevate their personal fitness levels while also preparing them for more advanced sports conditioning and athletic challenges.

    Career Opportunities & Life Benefits

    A Motor Skills certification can open up several career opportunities and offer valuable life benefits, particularly in fields related to physical education, therapy, and sports. Here are some potential paths and advantages:

    Career Opportunities:

    1. Physical Education Instructor: With a Motor Skills certification, you can work as a physical education teacher or coach, helping students develop their motor skills and overall physical fitness.

    2. Personal Trainer: The certification can enhance your credentials as a personal trainer, enabling you to work with clients on improving their coordination, balance, and functional movements.

    3. Rehabilitation Aide: In the healthcare sector, you could work as a rehabilitation aide, assisting physical and occupational therapists in helping patients regain motor skills after injuries or surgeries.

    4. Youth Sports Coach: The certification is beneficial for coaching youth sports, where motor skill development is crucial for young athletes.

    5. Special Education Assistant: You could work in special education, helping children with developmental delays or disabilities improve their motor skills through targeted activities and exercises.

    Life Benefits:

    1. Enhanced Coordination and Balance: The training involved in a Motor Skills certification helps improve your own coordination, balance, and overall physical abilities, leading to better performance in daily activities.

    2. Increased Job Marketability: Holding a specialized certification makes you more competitive in the job market, particularly in roles that require expertise in physical training and development.

    3. Improved Teaching and Coaching Skills: The certification equips you with techniques and knowledge to effectively teach and coach others in developing their motor skills.

    4. Contributions to Community Health: By applying your skills in community programs, schools, or recreational centers, you can play a role in promoting physical health and wellness among diverse populations.

    5. Personal Fitness and Wellness: The skills and knowledge gained can also enhance your own fitness routine, leading to a healthier lifestyle and potentially preventing injury through better movement techniques.

     

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    Kinesiology, Athletics & Health Education Co-Chairs
    Dustin Cheyne
    Email: dcheyne@peralta.edu

    Robert Crowley
    Email: rcrowley@peralta.edu

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    Nathan Failing
    Email: nfailing@peralta.edu
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    Motor Skills
    Motor Skills - Certificate of Proficiency

    This Certificate is designed to prepare students to plan, implement, and manage proper motor skills for various activities and professions.  Coursework will make students proficient at fine and gross motor control and motor coordination and to be able to plan their motor actions.   

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