KINES 27Badminton

1 credit · Kinesiology · Penn State

KINES 27 is a course designed to give the student the understanding, knowledge and skills to begin an exploration of the game of badminton. While the primary focus of this course is shot development and acquiring an understanding of rules, regulations, and terminology, subsequent effort will emphasize the development of movement skills and a progression from rallying to game play. By the end of the course, each student will possess a basic knowledge of the game of badminton that will allow them to be a knowledge spectator or participant int he game of badminton over the lifetime. KINES 27 delivers badminton as a lifetime sport. Students will examine such content as the minimum level of fitness necessary for successful participation in the game of badminton, the potential fitness benefits of participating in badminton on a regular basis, promoting lifetime wellness through activity, and the social benefits associated with the betterment of one's well-being and quality of life. Perhaps the most unique feature of Badminton is the regular on court practice. Each week during this course, students will have a chance to apply the skills they have learned during the week on an actual badminton court. This situation creates an ideal practice areas for the student badminton player to become acquainted with the situational application of badminton skills and to engage in and promote community in badminton.