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Students enrolling in courses taught at UM's Fitness and Recreation Center must present a Griz Card validating that the Campus Recreation Fee has been paid for that semester.tennis player

NOTE: For all HHP 101-179 courses:


  1. There are additional fees with some courses that are noted with that course.
  2. Attendance policy strictly enforced- classes missed prior to and after late registration count towards total absences allowed.
  3. Auditing of HHP 101-179 courses is not allowed
HHP 110 Fundamentals of Pocket Billiards
This course will cover the fundamentals of several billiard techniques. Curriculum includes an 8-Ball and 9-Ball tournament and thorough knowledge of rules. Instructors are fluent in all popular billiard games, strategies, history and equipment. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provided by game room

HHP 110 Intermediate Pocket Billiards
Offered as a course focused on improving your skills. Intermediate Billards will cover the game of Billiards more in depth and offer more difficult games such as Straight Pool, trick shot knowledge, and snooker. This class will also give students the opportunity to play against more experienced players. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provided by game room..

HHP 116 Fundamentals of Fencing
An introduction to the sport of Olympic Fencing. Students will be introduced to the basic elements of fencing, including proper equipment use, the rules of the sport, elements of dueling, basic techniques, and proper body positioning and movement for swordplay. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Full length pants, tennis or indoor closed shoes. Equipment Provided: Protective Vests, Foils, Masks and Underarm guards.

HHP 124 Folf (Disc Golf)
An introduction to the sport of disc golf. Introduction to the basic components including; equipment, rules and strategy, disc and shot selection, local and national impact of the sport. Skills learned include: forehand and backhand throw, putting and driving, trick shots and their application. Classes are held off- campus at scheduled sites. Students must provide own transportation. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Limited discs available.

HHP 125 Fundamentals of Golf
This course will cover the fundamentals of golf. Topics will include rules, terminology, etiquette, proper equipment use. Instruction on individual skills for grip, stance, and swing. Classes are held at the University of Montana Golf Course. Students must provide own transportation. Additional Golf Course Fee. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Limited clubs available.

HHP 125 Intermediate Golf
For the intermediate to advanced players to enhance their skills. Instruction on golf techniques, courtesies, and tournament regulations. Classes are held at the University of Montana Golf Course. Students must provide own transportation. Additional Golf Course Fee. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Limited clubs available.

HHP 126 Mountain Biking
Instruction in the principles of and how to be comfortable and confident riding a mountain bike off-road. Topics/Skills include: basics of mountain biking, understanding balance and agility of your bike, and basic repair and maintenance. Class will be held on-campus and at scheduled sites. Students provide own transportation. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Helmet!! No helmet, no riding! Bike in good working order. Comfortable riding shorts/tights and sneakers or riding shoes.

HHP 139 Fundamentals of Fly-Fishing
An introduction to Fly - Fishing. Students will be introduced to elements of the sport including: equipment, trout biology, reading water, casting proficiency and bug identification. Students will leave the class with the ability to: select appropriate gear for the spectrum of fly-fishing situations; defend against "salesmanship" when buying new gear; skills and confidence necessary to catch fish with a fly rod more consistently. Class will conclude with a day on the river. Graded Credit/No Credit. Requirements: Current fishing license or willingness to buy a short-term license for the river day. Equipment Needs: Personal gear if you have it.

HHP 139 Fly Fishing For Women
An introduction to Fly - Fishing for women only. Students will be introduced to elements of the sport including: equipment, trout biology, reading water, casting proficiency and bug identification. Students will leave the class with the ability to: select appropriate gear for the spectrum of fly-fishing situations; defend against "salesmanship" when buying new gear; skills and confidence necessary to catch fish with a fly rod more consistently. Class will conclude with a day on the river. Graded Credit/No Credit. Requirements: Current fishing license or willingness to buy a short-term license for the river day. Equipment Needs: Personal gear if you have it.

HHP 143 Fundamentals of Racquetball
Introduce/review basic skills to beginning players. Instruction on rules and etiquette, proper equipment use, basic shots, serves, returns, and game strategies (singles, cutthroat, doubles). Class tournaments may be played. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Racquets, eye protection, balls provided.

HHP 152 Fundamentals of Table Tennis
This course will cover the fundamentals of table tennis. Topics will include terminology, serving techniques, knowledge of forehand and backhand drives, push, loop, block, flipping, smash, lob, etc. An in-class tournament will also be offered. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provided by game room.

HHP 152 Intermediate Table Tennis
Offered as a course for players to enhance their skills. Instructors will cover strategies and playing with spin on the ball. This class will give students the opportunity to play against more experience players and will offer an in-class tournament. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provided by game room.

HHP 154 Fundamentals of Tennis
Introduce/review basic skills to beginning players; develop and enhance skills of intermediate and advanced players. Instruction on rules and etiquette, proper use of equipment, basic strokes, basic shots, serves, returns, game strategies (singles and doubles). Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Balls provided, limited number of racquets.

HHP 155 Triathlon Training
An introduction to the sport of triathlon. Students will be introduced to the components of triathlon training including: swimming, cycling, running, transitions, equipment and nutrition. All participants must be able to swim, run and ride a bicycle. Equipment needs: swim goggles, bicycle, helmet, running shoes.

HHP 175 Trampoline & Aerial Acrobatics
Learn or refine aerial acrobatic and tumbling skills on a variety of trampolines. Focus is on proper progressions and techniques. Strengthens and tones body, while increasing flexibility, agility, and spatial awareness. Class is designed for all skill levels. Held off campus at Bitterroot Gymnastics, 736 Cooper Street . Call 728-4258 for more information. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate Dress.

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