ACT 101 - Stretch and Relax. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn physical exercises in which a specific muscle or tendon (or muscle group) is deliberately flexed or stretched in order to improve the muscle's felt elasticity and achieve comfortable muscle tone. Learn types of stretches for a particular muscle and its specific job, so resistance should be applied, then the muscle should be relaxed.

ACT 103 - Movement Flow. 1 Credit.

(R-4) A dynamic, interdisciplinary class that combines elements of dance, yoga, martial arts, and functional movement to create a fluid full-body workout. Designed to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and body awareness, this class emphasizes seamless transitions between movements, fostering a sense of flow and mindfulness. Through guided practice and improvisation, students will explore the connections between breath, movement, and creativity, culminating in a more intuitive and balanced approach to physical activity.

ACT 105 - Aerobic Fitness. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn physical exercise of low to high intensity that depends primarily on the aerobic energy-generating process and light-to-moderate intensity activities that are sufficiently supported by aerobic metabolism that can be performed for extended periods of time.

ACT 106 - Beginning Conditioning and Fitness. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will acquire the use of continuous rhythmic movement of the large muscle groups to strengthen the heart and lungs (cardiovascular system) and learn to keep this level of aerobic conditioning or progressively increase training to increase aerobic conditioning.

ACT 107 - Beginning Aerobic Dance. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn rhythmic aerobic exercise with stretching and strength training routines with the goal of improving all elements of fitness (flexibility, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness) as well as various routines comprising a number of different dance-like exercises.

ACT 109 - Beginning Racquetball. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the basic skills of racquetball -- a racquet sport played with a hollow rubber ball on an indoor court. This includes the fundamental strokes and shot selections of racquetball. Students will also acquire the knowledge of the rules of Cut-Throat, Doubles, Ironman, One-out, “Sevens”, and Singles.

ACT 110 - Beginning Weight Training. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Offered every term. Students will develop the strength and size of skeletal muscles and learn the form of weighted bars, dumbbells, or weight stacks in order to oppose the force generated by muscle through concentric or eccentric contraction.

ACT 111 - Beginning Weight Training - Women. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will develop the strength and size of skeletal muscles and learn the form of weighted bars, dumbbells, or weight stacks in order to oppose the force generated by muscle through concentric or eccentric contraction.

ACT 112 - Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course introduces students to the basic vocabulary, positions, and movements in Jiu-Jitsu in order to build confidence in physically demanding/stressful environments, foster real-time problem solving and creative thinking skills, and develop respect for martial arts and combat sports.

ACT 114 - Beginning Rock Climbing. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Offered every term. Learn how to climb up, down or across natural rock formations or artificial rock walls. Introduction to reaching the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a usually pre-defined route without falling. Students may include up to but not more than 4 credits earned in ACT/HHP 100-299 activity courses in the total number of credits required for graduation. Students graded Credit/No Credit based on participation and a strict attendance policy. For a complete list of all classes offered go to the HHP Activity Program website.

ACT 123 - Bouldering. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the fundamental skills of bouldering -- a form of rock climbing that is performed using artificial rock walls that simulate small rock formations, known as boulders, without the use of ropes or harnesses. While it can be done without any equipment, students use climbing shoes to help secure footholds, chalk to keep their hands dry and provide a firmer grip, and bouldering mats to prevent injuries from falls.

ACT 124 - Flow Arts. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn the moving meditation of manipulating props such as staffs, hoops, poi, juggling, and other tools and revel in creativity as the learn about and practice prop techniques that improve dexterity and proprioception. Students will share the joy of movement and self-expression and tap into their unlimited potential. The state of flow creates new pathways in the brain and offers an alternative perspective on movement inside the body as well as outside the body. It is also an exciting way to gain fitness by increasing heart rate, agility, and flexibility. There is an opportunity for a student showcase at the end of the semester.

ACT 125 - Acro Yoga. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Acro yoga is an effective form of cross training for any discipline. This course combines dance, yoga, and partner work into an ambient or dynamic sequence of movement expression. With a focus on safety and proper body alignment, students gain strength, flexibility, and trust. Students integrate the playful and whimsical qualities of acrobatics with the more grounded and practical aspects of asana.

ACT 128 - Aerial Arts. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course ventures into a cascade of dynamic movement to help students gain proficiency to defy gravity and soar. This is a small group class of progressive curriculum on sling/hammock, lyra, static trapeze, rope, and silks. With a focus on safety, alignment, and aerial body positioning, students practice conditioning exercises specifically designed to build aerial flexibility and strength. Students learn and apply the completion of fundamental skills in order to understand and apply the transfer of skills across multiple apparatuses.

ACT 129 - Circuit Training. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Upon completing this course, the student will be able to develop their strength, endurance, and flexibility by participating in various fitness programs or sports, demonstrate proper form and skills for various fitness programs, and recognize and demonstrate appropriate fitness etiquette.

ACT 130 - Pole Fitness & Dance. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn basic turns, spins, and strengthening techniques to mount and climb the pole. Dance combinations, tricks, and poses are broken down into comprehensive step-by-step instructions. Students will delve deeper into inversions and combinations as well as expand on skills and tricks.

ACT 136 - Aerial Yoga. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course teaches traditional Hatha yoga with an aerial hammock, aiding the student in postures. In order to accommodate a person who is new to yoga, the aerial hammock offers the body assistance to find correct alignment and decompression of the spine without pressure on the head or hands.

ACT 137 - Capoeira Angola. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the basic elements of Capoeira Angola as a game rather than the mainstream advertised martial art. Through this practice, students will train the brain and the body to use intuition as a source of choice making. We will push to accelerate the process of deciding what to do, deciding to do, and then doing it.

ACT 138 - Olympic-Style Weightlifting. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to the sport of Olympic-style weightlifting as well as its practical application. It includes instruction on basic weightlifting principles, power and strength development, safety considerations, etiquette, exercise selection, and lifting technique.

ACT 139 - Parkour. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Student will learn the fundamentals of parkour -- a training discipline using movement that developed from military obstacle course training. Practitioners aim to get from one point to another in a complex environment without assistive equipment and in the fastest and most efficient way possible. Parkour includes running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, rolling, and other movements as deemed most suitable for the situation.

ACT 140 - Beginning Basketball. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the team sport with five players on each side, three-on-three, two-on-two, and one-on-one competitions and acquire the form to shoot a basketball through a hoop 18 inches in diameter and 10 feet high that is mounted to a backboard at each end of the court.

ACT 141 - Movement Improvisation. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Movement Improvisation is an all-abilities class designed to empower students in every aspect of their lives. Students learn how to access spontaneous, creative responses to life events and develop embodied self-confidence and self-expression through guided games and improvisational movement. Movement Improvisation offers students not only physical fitness; it will increase students’ capacity to succeed. Students discover how the body can be a tool for self-awareness, self-expression, and connection and have fun while doing it.

ACT 143 - Beginning Table Tennis. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Offered every term. Students will learn the sport in which two or four players hit a lightweight ball back and forth across a table using small bats. Students will acquire the ability to allow a ball played toward them to bounce one time on their side of the table and return it so that it bounces on the opposite side at least once.

ACT 145 - Beginning Dodgeball. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn a collection of team sports in which players on two teams try to throw balls at each other while avoiding being hit themselves. They will acquire the many variations of the game, generally by eliminating all members of the opposing team by hitting them with thrown balls, catching a ball thrown by a member of the opposing team, or forcing them to move outside the court boundaries when a ball is thrown at them.

ACT 146 - Beginning Golf. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will gain the ability to use various clubs to hit balls into a series of holes on a course in as few strokes as possible and to cope with the varied terrains encountered on different courses.

ACT 147 - Dance Fitness. 1 Credit.

(R-4) The course is an introduction to aerobic dance fitness. Students will study choreographed dances to top-40 songs by breaking down the movement and sequences. As the semester progresses, students will learn to master the routines and be able to put more effort and energy into each dance aiming for a high intensity cardio workout.

ACT 150 - Beginning Yoga. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to yoga, a group of physical, mental, and spiritual practices or disciplines that originated in ancient India. Students will learn a broad variety of yoga schools, practices, and goals.

ACT 151 - Beginning Billiards. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to billiards. Students will learn a wide variety of games of skill generally played with a cue stick, which is used to strike billiard balls and thereby cause them to move around a cloth-covered billiards table bounded by elastic bumpers known as cushions.

ACT 152 - Beginning Handball. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to handball. Students will learn the sport in which players use their hands to hit a small rubber ball against a wall such that their opponent cannot do the same without it touching the ground twice. This includes the basics of four-wall, which can be played either by two players (singles), three players (cutthroat) or four players (doubles).

ACT 154 - Beginning Tai Qi. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to tai qi. Students will learn the internal Chinese martial art practiced for both its defense training and its health benefits. Students will explore the philosophy of the forces of yin and yang as related to the moves.

ACT 155 - Judo. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Generally categorized as a modern martial art, Judo has since evolved into an Olympic sport as well as a physical, mental, and moral pedagogy. Students will learn to either throw or take down an opponent to the ground, immobilize or otherwise subdue an opponent with a pin, or force an opponent to submit with a joint lock or a choke. Students will also learn strikes and thrusts by hands and feet as well as other defenses, but only in pre-arranged forms and not in free practice.

ACT 156 - Beginning Aikido. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to aikido, a modern Japanese martial art developed as a synthesis of martial studies, philosophy, and religious beliefs. Students learn to use techniques to defend themselves while also protecting their attacker from injury.

ACT 157 - Beginning Martial Arts. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn about codified systems and traditions of combat practiced for a number of reasons such as self-defense, military and law enforcement applications, physical, mental, and spiritual development.

ACT 158 - Beginning Taekwondo. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to taekwondo, a Korean martial art characterized by its emphasis on head-height kicks, jumping and spinning kicks, and fast kicking techniques.

ACT 160 - Avalanche 1 Training. 1 Credit.

This Avalanche Level 1 course is for skiers or snowboarders who want to recreate in or near avalanche terrain. The focus is an introduction to avalanche terrain and decision making. Successful students will receive a certificate of completion through the American Avalanche Institute (AAI). All classroom and field sessions are mandatory to attend.

ACT 163 - 5/10 K Race Training. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the act of exercising to increase endurance for a long-distance road running competition and improve training of the the aerobic system.

ACT 169 - Beginning Tennis. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to tennis, s racquet sport that can be played individually against a single opponent (singles) or between two teams of two players each (doubles). Each player uses a strung racquet to strike a hollow rubber ball covered with felt over or around a net and into the opponent's court. The object of the game is to maneuver the ball in such a way that the opponent is not able to play a valid return. The player who is unable to return the ball will not gain a point, while the opposite player will.

ACT 170 - Beginning Swimming. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course introduces students to the self-propulsion of a person through water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival. Locomotion is achieved through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both.

ACT 171 - Physical Fitness I. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will perform aspects of sports, occupations ,and daily activities and perform moderate-vigorous physical exercise and sufficient rest.

ACT 172 - Physical Fitness II. 1 Credit.

(R-4) A continuation of ACT 171. Students will learn the capacity to carry out the day’s activities without undue fatigue and improve the body's ability to function efficiently and effectively in work and leisure activities, to be healthy, to resist hypokinetic diseases, and to meet emergency situations.

ACT 173 - Beginning Fly Fishing and Fly Tying. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the angling method in which an artificial fly is used to catch fish and improve casting using a fly rod, reel, and specialized weighted line.

ACT 174 - Introduction to Backpacking. 1 Credit.

(R-4) The course introduces students to the outdoor recreation activity of carrying gear on one's back while hiking for more than a day. This includes minimizing the impact on the environment, including staying on established trails and not disturbing vegetation.

ACT 175 - Fly Fishing. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course introduces the fundamentals of fly fishing, including casting techniques, knot tying, fly selection, and reading water conditions. Students will develop skills in ethical angling practices, fish handling, and conservation awareness. The course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practice in local waters. No prior experience is required and equipment is provided or available for rental.

ACT 176 - Fundamentals of Whitewater Rafting. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the recreational outdoor activity of using an inflatable raft to navigate a river or other body of water and learn how to deal with risk and the need for teamwork.

ACT 177 - Fundamentals of Kayaking. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the use of a kayak for moving across water by pulling front-to-back on one side and then the other in rotation.

ACT 191 - Special Topics. 1-6 Credits.

(R-6) Offered intermittently. Experimental offerings of visiting professors, experimental offerings of new courses, or one-time offerings of current topics.

ACT 202 - Intermediate Racquetball. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This is an intermediate course for the sport of racquetball. Students should have a fundamental understanding of the sport, including the rules of the game and its variations, and the necessary equipment. Intermediate-level instruction will focus more on stroke mechanics and strategies. Students will also be learning the enjoyment of playing racquetball, a game that can last a lifetime.

ACT 207 - WC Aerobics. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Formal aerobics classes are divided into different levels of intensity and complexity. Students will learn the five components: warm-up, cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength and conditioning, cool-down, and stretching and flexibility.

ACT 210 - Intermediate Weight Training. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This class gives students the opportunity to learn or refine their exercise technique and learn new methods to help them achieve their strength and fitness goals.

ACT 214 - Intermediate Rock Climbing. 2 Credits.

(R-4) Students will learn to develop the length and extended endurance required on the ascent and to complete routes in the quickest possible time or attain the farthest point on an increasingly difficult route.

ACT 215 - Climbing Wall Instructor. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course will address the technical skills necessary to manage an instructional program at an indoor climbing wall facility and will address the following general topic areas: instructor roles, responsibilities and professionalism, client orientation and instruction, risk management, lesson planning, teaching basic climbing skills, including movement, teaching lead climbing skills, teaching top-rope and lead belaying techniques, use of available equipment and facility, basic rescue and emergency procedures.

ACT 216 - Functional Training. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Functional Training is a classification of exercise that involves training the body for the activities performed in daily life. The exercises allow students to perform the activities of daily life more easily and without injuries and involve mainly weight bearing activities targeted at core muscles of the abdomen and lower back.

ACT 218 - Ultimate Disc. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the non-contact team sport played with a flying disc (Frisbee) and learn to score by passing the disc to a teammate in the opposing end zone.

ACT 219 - Disc Golf. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the basics of disc golf, including throwing techniques, course strategy, and tips to improve play. Students will explore local courses, making the most of scenic spots while honing their skills. Perfect for all fitness levels, this course offers a great way to stay active and enjoy the outdoors.

ACT 222 - Ski Camp. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course explores the fundamentals of backcountry ski camping, including winter travel techniques, campsite selection, avalanche awareness, and essential survival skills. Students will develop proficiency in route planning, gear management, and backcountry safety while practicing Leave No Trace principles. Prior skiing experience recommended and specialized equipment is required.

ACT 223 - Water Aerobics. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the performance of aerobic exercise and resistance training in fairly shallow water such as in a swimming pool, done mostly vertically and without swimming typically in waist deep or deeper water. Water aerobics requires water-immersion and is held in a group fitness class setting. The classes focus on aerobic endurance, resistance training, and creating an enjoyable atmosphere.

ACT 224 - Skiing, Cross Country. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This activity course is designed to introduce students to the joy of cross-country skiing. Cross-country skiing is a form of skiing whereby skiers traverse snow-covered terrain without use of ski lifts or other assistance. Cross-country skiing is widely practiced as a sport and recreational activity; however, some still use it as a means of transportation. Variants of cross-country skiing are adapted to a range of terrain which spans unimproved, sometimes mountainous terrain to groomed courses that are specifically designed for the sport.

ACT 225 - Snow Bowl Ski Area. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn alpine skiing, or downhill skiing, the sport or recreation of sliding down snow-covered hills on skis with fixed-heel bindings, snowboarding, a recreational activity and Olympic and Paralympic sport that involves descending a snow-covered slope while standing on a snowboard attached to a rider's feet, or telemark skiing, a skiing technique that combines elements of alpine and nordic skiing.

ACT 228 - Ski Instructor's Preparation. 2 Credits.

(R-4) Open to all students with advanced to expert skiing skills. This course covers techniques of teaching skiing including: skill concepts and contemporary skiing movements, teaching cycle, movement analysis, and personal skiing improvement. The course prepares student for certification with Professional Ski Instructors of America (PSIA).

ACT 229 - Snowboard Instructor Prep. 2 Credits.

(R-4) Open to students with advanced to expert riding skills. This course covers the techniques of teaching snowboarding, including skill concepts and contemporary snowboarding movements, teaching cycle, movement analysis, and personal riding improvement. Students are prepared for certification the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (ASSI).

ACT 231 - Pilates - Yoga Fusion. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is a blend of Pilates and yoga. Students will learn a low-impact workout that strengthens and sculpts the body and enhances flexibility.

ACT 232 - Argentine Tango. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn the musical genre and accompanying social dance activity in a variety of styles that developed in different regions and eras.

ACT 235 - Belly Dancing. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course provides the foundation for the Arabic expressive dance that originated in Egypt and emphasizes complex movements of the torso. Students explore many different forms depending on the country and region, both in costume and dance style.

ACT 237 - Trampoline Arial Acrobatics. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course provides an environment of performance for extraordinary human feats of balance, agility, and motor coordination. Activities will make extensive use of gymnastic elements, such as acro dance, circus, and gymnastics, and many other athletic activities such as ballet and diving.

ACT 239 - Meditation. 1 Credit.

(R-4) The purpose of this course is to introduce students to time-tested and lab-tested meditation practices that will help cultivate more presence, compassion, and connection in their lives. This course is an exploration of practices that increase understanding of the nature of the mind, the self, and reality. Students will explore these practices through the lens of self, community, and world. In each class students will study, contemplate, and practice various teachings and meditations through personal reflection, journaling, partnering, and group discussion.

ACT 250 - Pilates. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the physical fitness system developed to improve flexibility, build strength, and develop control and endurance in the entire body.

ACT 254 - Self-Defense. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course is an introduction to countermeasures that involve defending the health and well-being of oneself from harm. Students will be introduced to various styles of unarmed martial arts that are practiced for self-defense and include self-defense techniques. Students will learn some styles that train primarily for self-defense and other martial arts that can be effectively applied for self-defense. Students will learn how to escape or break away from specific situations. To provide more practical self-defense, students will learn to use a combination of martial arts styles and techniques.

ACT 257 - Martial Arts and Self-Defense. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn to become physically adept in physical, mental, and moral pedagogy and its conditioning.

ACT 259 - AAK American Kenpo. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn the martial art characterized by the use of quick and powerful strikes delivered from all of the body's natural weapons powered by rapid stance transitions, called "shifting." This includes basic attack responses that comprise a larger system taught through scripted scenarios and allow a platform to share concepts and principles emphasized in teachings.

ACT 271 - Swimming for Fitness. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students learn the self-propulsion of a person through water, usually for recreation, sport, exercise, or survival and improve their locomotion through coordinated movement of the limbs, the body, or both.

ACT 274 - Scuba Diving. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This is a Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) course that teaches the mode of underwater diving where the diver uses a self-contained underwater breathing apparatus (scuba) that is completely independent of surface supply to breathe underwater. The course prepares students for PADI certification dives.

ACT 286 - Fencing. 1 Credit.

(R-4) Students will learn modern fencing: winning points made through the contact with an opponent. The course covers the three forms of modern fencing, each using a different kind of weapon and having different rules: foil, épée, and sabre.

ACT 287 - Archery. 1 Credit.

(R-4) This course introduces the fundamentals of archery, including proper shooting techniques, equipment selection, range safety, and target accuracy. Students will develop focus, coordination, and precision through hands-on practice. No prior experience required.

ACT 291 - Special Topics. 1-6 Credits.

(R-6) Offered intermittently. Offerings of visiting professors, new courses, or current topics.