KINES 57Personal Defense

1 credit · Kinesiology · Penn State

KINES 57 is designed to give students an understanding of and proficiency in self-defense strategies based on martial arts techniques. Students are introduced to the culture and history of the martial arts which encompasses a wide variety of Asian self-defense systems. The skills, strategies and techniques of self-defense developed through this course can be performed at any level across all ages, and the training will promote comprehensive wellness and facilitate the development of a lifelong fitness program. For many, the emotional and psychological benefits of learning self-defense can be as important as the physical benefits. While the focus of this course is not soley on physical fitness, it will challenge students to improve their flexibility and conditioning which will enhance their ability to defend themselves and allow for additional options when defending oneself.