KNES 1DX - Advanced Swimming

    Recent Professors
    Danielle Altman
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    Not published
    Credits
    1
    Prerequisite
    KNES D001C or KNES D01CX, or equivalent swimming skills
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of KNES 1DX
    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    This course is an introduction to Kinesiology through skills and techniques for the advanced swimmer. Global and historical development of swimming as a fitness and competitive activity will be discussed. Advanced stroke skills, endurance swimming, racing turns and starts, and springboard diving will be covered. The student will perform skills at a greater speed and distance at an advanced motor skill level. American Red Cross stroke standards will be followed but adaptations will be allowed based on physical ability, age, strength, and gender. Students will review basic exercise physiology and nutrition appropriate to swimming.
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 11:30am–12:45pm