YOGA
Course Description: This course will count as ¼ credit towards your PE graduation requirement,. It can also be taken as an elective course. The course will focus on low impact activities to improve overall flexibility, strength, core and cardiovascular endurance. Reduction of stress and increased ability to focus can be an added benefit from regular yoga practice which can support management and improvement of the social-emotional health of participating students. Students will be required to bring appropriate work out clothing to be worn during class activities and will be provided a personal yoga mat. Medical conditions do not exempt a student from the physical education requirement for graduation. If a student is unable to participate due to a documented medical condition, modified activities will be provided based on the students’ medical restrictions. State fitness testing will be conducted at the beginning and end of the semester and all activities will align with the Ohio Standards for Physical Education.
1. Students will learn basic skill of yoga practice.
2. Students will learn how to use breathing techniques to manage & relieve tension/stress.
4. Students will be introduced to how yoga and be used to achieve lifelong fitness.
5. Students will improve core strength & flexibility.
6. Students will also develop an understanding of individual differences and acquire a non-competitive, positive self-image in regard to their own body and yoga practice.
7. Students will learn how yoga can help improve social/emotional health.