PE 185Q — Martial Arts
Beginning Martial Arts - Introduces the student to Martial Arts. Systems of Kenpo Karate, Eskrima and Self-Defense are explored. Includes basics such as blocking, striking, and kicking. Self Defense movements, katas (forms), and bag work application will also be covered. Emphasizes proper warm-up, calisthenics, and stretching to establish and maintain good body condition. Intermediate Martial Arts - Focuses training on expanding knowledge and physical skills in the Kenpo Karate System and includes continued development of basics, higher level katas (forms), and the enhancement and development of self-defense techniques. Emphasizes proper warm-up, calisthenics, and stretching to establish and maintain good body condition. Freestyle Martial Arts - A course designed to deal with freestyle techniques of martial arts including several different styles and philosophies. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 credits.