EXPH 275 - Health and Fitness Programming

(2 credits)

The design and leadership of group exercise classes and group training exercise sessions offered in community and wellness settings. Students will be required to demonstrate or lead exercise screening and clearance, assessment, evaluation, prescription and instruction for group exercise programming. Physiological and biomechanical principles related to group and individual exercise sessions will be taught, as well as safety, motivation and adherence, and modifications for diverse populations. Progressive exercise programming for group exercise settings will be applied through laboratory experiences. One hour lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite(s): EXPH 101.