printer friendly pageATHLETIC 188: The Athlete and Personal Identity Development
This class provides an overview of identity development theory related to religious/spiritual identity development, gender and sexuality identity development, racial and cultural identity development, ethical and moral development, and the development of meaning and purpose. It will explore the ways in which athletic participation affects and contributes to each one of these developmental areas. This course will also examine each of these topics in a larger context by discussing relevant current issues and events in sport.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Bjornsrud, M. (PI)
;
Sanders, J. (PI)
ATHLETIC 190: Introduction to Nutrition
How to optimize nutrition for health and performance. Topics include macronutrients, fad diets, sugar addiction, low-calorie sweeteners, caloric restriction, disease prevention, and nutrition. Additional credit is available through a lab section ATH 190L. (not required).
Terms: Aut, Win
| Units: 2
Instructors:
Marcello, B. (PI)
ATHLETIC 193: Lifestyle Fitness Challenge
This course teaches students how to stay active by engaging in a variety of workouts (indoor cycling, interval training, weight training, walking/jogging, etc.). This course utilizes a variety of workout equipment to target all major muscle groups. This course will utilize class discussions, class assignments and student participation to enable students to: (1) Understand basic components of health-related physical fitness, cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength and endurance and flexibility (2) Develop physical fitness and motor skills, and (3) Develop a positive attitude toward wellness and physical activity which will facilitate a healthy lifestyle.
Instructors:
Spanier, J. (PI)
ATHLETIC 196: Practice of Happiness
This class is for each student to explore personal happiness thru applying research- based principles to enhance everyday life. The goal of the class is to position happiness as the cornerstone of personal wellness, purpose and fulfillment. Sessions will combine lecture, guided practice, conversation and readings
Terms: Aut, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1
ATHLETIC 201: Flourishing
An introduction to wellness focusing on physical well being and the importance of that in leading a happy and successful life. Topics covered are proper diet and nutrition, exercise, sleep, brain fitness and the concept of flow or engagement. Woven throughout the class will be the need to manage stress and remain productive and centered.
Terms: Aut
| Units: 2
Instructors:
Luskin, F. (PI)
ATHLETIC 300: Outdoor Adventure Experiences
Introduction to basic skills and concepts in a variety of outdoor adventure pursuits. Fundamentals in backcountry travel could include camping, backpacking, rock climbing, kayaking, skiing, snow boarding, mountaineering, surfing, or other adventure activities. May include field experiences. For a detailed list of course offerings and enrollment opportunities visit:
outdoored.stanford.edu/inside/events
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
8 times
(up to 8 units total)
Instructors:
Wright, P. (PI)
ATHLETIC 330: Rock Climbing Experiences
Instructional experiences include introductory through advanced skills and concepts of rock climbing, technique, safety, equipment and climbing vernacular. Rock 1 (beginning climbing), Rock 2 (intermediate climbing technique), Rock 3 (lead climbing & sport climbing), Strength and Conditioning, Route Setting, Bouldering for Fitness, and Climbing Wall Instructor. Permission codes will be distributed in-person at the first class once student is enrolled through apps.ideal-logic.com/stanfordoutdoor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr, Sum
| Units: 1-2
| Repeatable
20 times
(up to 20 units total)
Instructors:
Hopper, K. (PI)
;
Sandlin, P. (PI)
ATHLETIC 405: Outdoor Leadership
Develop leadership skills necessary to lead multi-day outdoor experiences for the inexperienced participant. Topics include: outdoor living, group dynamics, outdoor risk management, situational leadership, and facilitation. Adventure education; farming; backpacking; camping; hiking; SPOT.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Thompson, A. (PI)
ATHLETIC 415: Adventure Experience Management
This course covers the effective design and delivery of courses and multi-day outdoor experiences. Students will learn the fundamentals of: emergency action plans; how to manage local operating procedures (LOP); standard operating procedures; Instructional design and delivery. Prerequisite: ATH 405 or Instructor Permission.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
Instructors:
Wright, P. (PI)
ATHLETIC 416: Outdoor Educator Apprenticeship
This course provides the student an opportunity to lead a multi-day outdoor experiences in an official capacity. Experience includes: outdoor living skills, planning and logistics, leadership, risk management, environmental integration, and education. Students will plan and co-lead field outings. Prerequisites: Ath 405, 406, 415. (415 and 416 may be taken simultaneously.)
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1
| Repeatable
3 times
(up to 3 units total)
Instructors:
Thompson, A. (PI)
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