Martial Arts
See "Off-Campus Classes-Yoga Fitness Center" for additional martial arts classes.
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.
NOTE: For all HHP 101-179 courses:
- There are additional fees with some courses that are noted with that course.
- Attendance policy strictly enforced- classes missed prior to and after late registration count towards total absences allowed.
- Auditing of HHP 101-179 courses is not allowed.
HHP 109 Tai Chi
This class is an introductory on emphasis on basic stance, breathing, and relaxation techniques through the practice of the first section of the long form Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan. Its methodic movements offer excellent isometric exercise with meditation. Potential benefits are stress-relief, increased stamina, balance, focus, and self-confidence in physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Loose fitting comfortable clothing, light-weight sport shoes or barefoot.
HHP 145 Beginning Judo
A foundation course for the sport, martial art, and self defense system of Kodokan Judo, the oldest of the modern martial arts, and the first martial art to become an Olympic sport. No prior martial arts experience required. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 145 Beginning Tae Kwondo
A foundation course for the modern Olympic sport of Tae Kwondo, one of the most popular and athletically challenging martial arts in the world. No prior martial arts experience required. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 145 Conditioning for Martial Arts
An intensive conditioning class for serious athletes and serious amateur athletes, designed around a Tae Kwondo sport training curriculum. No prior martial arts experience necessary. Course meets first half of semester, 4 hours/week. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 145 Women’s Self-Defense
Geared specifically for women, this course offers hands-on self-defense training. Designed to train and prepare people for unexpected assaults, topics include techniques for awareness, avoidance, and de-escalation of dangerous situations. Physical skills include escapes from grabs, hugs, chokes, and a basic striking system to distract, stun or immobilize an attacker. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
For additional information on Martial Arts:
Big Sky Tae Kwondo:
http://www.bigskytaekwondo.com
HHP 162 Yoga & Meditation
A beginning yoga class focusing on postures, breath and meditation. Classic yoga poses and work with the breath to form the foundation for meditation. Principles of seated meditation are introduced and practiced. Appropriate for all fitness levels. Equipment Needs: Mats are provided, loose clothes, bare feet.
HHP 162 Introduction to Yoga
A beginning class which introduces classic yoga postures. The focus is on correct alignment, modifications for injury or stiffness and increasing strength and flexibility. This class moves at a slower pace but expect to work hard. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Mats are provided, bare feet required.
HHP 162 Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
A beginning class introducing Ashtanga yoga to students new to yoga. Ashtanga yoga is a flowing series of poses designed to create strength, flexibility and balance. Modifications are taught for injury and stiffness. Ashtanga yoga is an ancient practice connecting breath, gaze and movement. This class is for new students interested in a more challenging yoga class. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Mats are provided, bare feet required.
HHP 171 AKK Kenpo (AKK Martial Arts, 1900 Brooks St. #8)
Kenpo is a diverse class, incorporating movements, techniques and tools from various other martial arts. It has techniques from both hard and soft styles, and utilizes multiple strikes, joint locks, throws and other means. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 175 Introduction to Capoeira (Bitterroot Gymnastics, 736 Cooper St.)
This course provides an introduction into the basic movements and techniques of Capoeria in the style of Capoeira Regional. Learn stretching, basic movements, kicks and defenses. Classes are taught in a fun, relaxed atmosphere and will give you a great cardio workout. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
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