Jackie Beck
PERA Assistant Professor of the Practice
Current and upcoming courses
Elementary Badminton
PE171
This is a beginning badminton course in which students will develop the basic skills necessary to play the game of badminton. Technical skills include the overhead and underhand clears, the short and long serves, drop shots, the smash, proper grip, and footwork. Instruction will include an emphasis on the fundamental strategies and rules used in both singles and doubles play. As a result of taking this class, students will be able to demonstrate the basic strokes in badminton, play and score in single and double competition, and articulate the rules and etiquette of the game. A fitness component will be part of each class aimed to improve agility, flexibility, and strength.
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Fitness Walking
PE139
This course will teach the fundamentals of walking for fitness, health, and well-being. Participants will learn how to use a treadmill for walking workouts, as well as basic walking for fitness techniques to achieve health and wellness goals. Some of the course will be outside, weather permitted.This course is designed for beginners (e.g., those new to working out) or those who want to learn more about using walking as a fitness activity. We will engage in other components of walking such as mindfulness, hill workouts, and trail walking (on campus). -
Term 4: Golf
PE173
This course teaches the fundamentals of golf, including different strokes as well as the rules of the game. After taking this class, the student will be able to execute the basic golf strokes, including full swing, pitching, chipping and putting. The student will have an understanding of the rules in order to engage in course play. Equipment provided.