KINE 11 - Men's Self Defense, Health & Fitness

    Recent Professors
    Pui L. Choi
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    35 students
    Difficulty
    5.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    None
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of KINE 11
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    This course provides knowledge of the basics of self defense principles for men. The course will cover risk reduction strategies to prevent violence to include the following; risk awareness, risk recognition, risk reduction and risk avoidance as well as aspects of the law and self defense. Students will learn how to use their body as a weapon and identification of vulnerable areas on your attacker. Psychological health parameters as related to men's health, such as anger management and stress reduction techniques will be addressed. The significance of responsible behavior and negative health consequenes regarding alcohol, tobacco, illicit drug abuse and addiction will be discussed. The value of healthy relationships, birth control and sexually transmitted diseases will be instructed. Significant topics such as the importance of physical activity and the components of fitness, along with nutritional strategies for optimal health will also be imparted. Lecture Grading: Letter None Transfer Status: CSU/UC* Degree Applicable: AA/AS COD GE: A4, A7 CalGETC: None