HHP 134 Fundamentals of Whitewater Rafting
Taught by the Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures staff. Four days on Idaho's Main Salmon, a great spring trip with an educational emphasis on the fundamentals of running whitewater and multi-day river trips. Topics will include boat rigging, equipment, river safety, practice scenarios, hydrology, knot tying, and food packing. Additional Lewis & Clark Trail Adventures Fee. Graded Credit/No Credit.
HHP 170 The Court House Sports and Fitness, 3821 Stephens Ave
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Providing students with the latest in cardiovascular conditioning, muscle toning, and fat burning classes. Many class options are offered throughout the week to meet your individual needs. Graded Credit/No Credit.
Equipment Needs: Appropriate Dress."
Court House Sports and Fitness, 3821 Stephens Ave
Website: http://www.thecourthousesportsandfitness.com
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 172 MAC Aerobics
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A wide variety of aerobics classes are offered to choose from. MAC instructors provide a safe and effective workout. All classes include warm-up, cardiovascular and/or strength conditioning, cool-down, stretch and relaxation. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 172 MAC Western Jitterbug/Swing
An introduction to Western Jittterbug/Swing will provide an outstanding foundation for anyone wanting to become a competent Jitterbug/Swing dancer on any social dance floor, and even provide a base for students wishing to eventually become performance or competitive dancers. Components of this class include: break down of various rhythms found in Jitterbug/Swing, dance floor etiquette, learning to lead and follow, and creating interesting combinations. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment needs: Appropriate dress to dance (layers and clothing that is easy to move in is recommended) and socks or clean, non-marking dance or gym shoes.
YMCA, 3000 Russell St.
Website: http://www.ymcamissoula.org/home.html
HHP 173 YMCA Fitness Classes
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A wide variety of fitness classes are offered to choose from. These classes are taught to provide a safe and effective workout. All classes include warm-up, cardiovascular conditioning, cool-down, and stretch. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 173 YMCA Strength Training
This is a strength training program for the individual which includes initial instruction, free weights orientation, and fitness test. The student is responsible for scheduling the initial instruction meeting when they pay the YMCA fee. The student schedules the remainder of the sessions on their own time. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 173 YMCA Aquacize
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For swimmers of all levels. Each class includes a warm-up, cardio session, cool-down, toning session, and stretch. Floatation belts, noodle, kickboards, and dumbbells are used in combination with water resistance to provide a great workout. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Goggles recommended.
Five Valleys Bowl, Washburn & Dearborn Ave.
HHP 174 FVB Bowling
Introduce/review the fundamentals of the game of bowling. Skill development/enhancement for proper fitting of the ball, delivery technique, bowling etiquette, lane dressing, scoring (including auto system), and determining averages to appreciate the enjoyment of bowling. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Balls and shoes provided.
Bitterroot Gymnastics, 736 Cooper Street
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.
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.
Montana Snowbowl , 45 minute drive from UM campus. A shuttle bus leaves the University 1 hour before class.
Website: http://www.montanasnowbowl.com
An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes.
HHP 176 Beginning Alpine Skiing
For the first time skier and/or those who can link wedge turns on beginner runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes Class includes assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Intermediate Alpine Skiing
For those who are beginning parallel turns on beginner runs and/or parallel skiers on intermediate runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Advanced Alpine Skiing
For the confident parallel skier in all conditions skiing advanced terrain. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Beginning Snowboarding
For the first time snowboarder and/or those who can sideslip, traverse, and beginning to turn on beginner runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Intermediate Snowboarding
For those who can link turns on beginner runs and/or link turns on intermediate runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Advanced Snowboarding
For those comfortable riding advanced terrain in all conditions. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment or rentals are available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Beginning Telemarking
For the first time telemark skier and/or those who can link wedge turns on beginner runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment, rentals available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Intermediate Telemarking
For those who are beginning telemark turns on beginner runs and/or telemark skier on intermediate runs. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment, rentals available at the mountain.
HHP 176 Advanced Telemarking
For the confident telemark skier in all conditions skiing advanced terrain. An 8-week program comprised of 6 on-snow classes and 2 dry-land classes. Classes include assessment of skills and goals, and assignment to appropriate group level. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Provide own equipment, rentals available at the mountain.
Yoga Fitness Center, 124 W. Alder
HHP 177 Yoga/Meditation/Philosophy
This class is an introduction to yoga postures, mediation and the philosophy of yoga. Classic yoga postures are taught with modifications for stiffness and injury. The foundations of seated meditation are introduced as well as discussing the philosophy of yoga. Bare feet required. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Mats and other yoga props are provided.
HHP 177 Introduction to Ashtanga Yoga
A beginning yoga 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. Bare feet required. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Mats and other yoga props are provided.
Treasure State Equestrian Center, 15733 Manor Blvd, Lolo
Website: http://www.horse4sport.com
HHP 178 Riding and Horse Care
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Introduction to the basic management, care, and riding of horses. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, safe handling, proper technique for preparation for the ride, grooming, basics of the three natural gaits, control and guidance of horse in individual and group movements, and a variety of specific exercises. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Long pants and boots with heel. Equipment Provided: Horses, helmets, saddles, and tack.
HHP 178 Advanced Riding and Horse Care
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Review/enhancement of the basic management, care, and riding of horses. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, safe handling, proper technique for preparation for the ride, grooming, control and guidance of horse in individual and group movements, and a variety of specific exercises. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Long pants and boots with heel. Equipment Provided: Horses, helmets, saddles, and tack.
Women's Club, 2105 Bow St.
HHP 178 Classical Dressage (Treasure State Equestrian Center)
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This class will work on developing the classical, balanced, riding position. As well as review the training of a horse through movement and exercises, known as “Dancing with Horses.” Pre-requisite for this class is HHP 178 Horse Care or permission from instructor. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Long pants and boots with heel. Equipment provided: horses, helmets, saddles, and tack.
HHP 178 Natural Horsemanship (Treasure State Equestrian Center)
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Review training the horse through methods based on horse communication and body language. Work on becoming a leader that the horse trusts and respects. Pre-requisite for this class is HHP 178 Horse Care or permission from instructor. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Long pants and boots with heel. Equipment provided: horses, helmets, saddles, and tack.
HHP 178 3-Day Eventing/Jumping (Treasure State Equestrian Center)
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This class will review horse training and riding based on three distinct tests: Dressage, Cross Country Jumping, and Stadium Jumping. Pre-requisite for this class is HHP 178 Horse Care or permission from instructor. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Long pants and boots with heel. Equipment provided: horses, helmets, saddles, and tack.
HHP 179 WCFC Aerobics
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For women only. A variety of classes to choose from including: Conditioning Mix, Yoga, Low Impact & Step Combo, Level II Step, The Lift, Abdominals & Stretch, Step and Balls, & Cross-training. These classes are taught to provide a safe and effective workout for beginner to advanced levels. All classes include warm-up, cardiovascular conditioning, cool-down, and stretch. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 179 WCFC Pilates
For women only. This course is designed to introduce students to the physical conditioning techniques of Joseph Pilates. Universal reformers (single-station exercise machines) are used to develop strength, flexibility, stamina, coordination, and mind/body awareness. For all fitness levels. Consent of instructor required. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment Needs: Appropriate dress.
HHP 172 MAC Ballroom Dance
An introduction to Ballroom Dancing will provide an outstanding foundation for anyone wanting to become a competent Ballroom dancer on any social dance floor, and even provide a base for students wishing to eventually become performance or competitive Ballroom dancers. Components of this class include: break down of various rhythms found in Ballroom dances, dance floor etiquette, learning to lead and follow, and creating interesting combinations. Graded Credit/No Credit. Equipment needs: Appropriate dress to dance (layers and clothing that is easy to move in is recommended) and socks or clean, non-marking dance or gym shoes.
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HHP Activity Classes 171-179 held at various Missoula area agencies. Students provide own transportation. All agency fees paid directly to the agency before attending class. Please show your Griz Card when paying.
Classes with day & time listed as "Arrange" indicate the student has a menu of class days and times available at that agency to choose from. Students must attend a minimum of 22 classes (max 28) prior to finals week. Students cannot attend more that 3 times/week.
Classes with a scheduled day and time fall within the same attendance policies as all HHP Activity 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:
