PHEC 1741: Zumba Fitness

Credit hours: 1 Lecture hours: 0 Lab hours: 2
PCS code (Local ID):
Baccalaureate/Transfer
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Course Description

Zumba is a dance-fitness class that incorporates Latin and international music and dance movements for a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout. Zumba integrates basic principles of aerobic, interval, and effective fitness resistance training to maximize caloric output, cardiovascular benefits, and total body toning. Through Zumba, non-dancers also can experience group aerobics without anxiety.

Repeatable for Credit
Yes
Repeatable Times
Undergrad- Repeatable 3 Times
Justification for Repeatability

-

Topical Outline
  1. Syllabus: Introduction to Zumba fitness
  2. Pretesting
  3. Activity and participation
  4. Post testing

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

  • Emphasize the physical and psychological values and benefits of Zumba
  • Instill a motivation to retain a regular exercise program
  • Present fun teacher-led Zumba routines to the class
  • Improve the components of physical fitness