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ADVANCED FITNESS 4. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: Starting

Course ID: PHY3011 OR PHY3012 in the water, swim 20 yards. Swim goggles are not allowed.
Prerequisite: Introduction to Physical Education Surface dive, feet-first or headfirst, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to
Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2) retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20
Grades: 11-12 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands
Description: This class is designed for the fitness-minded student. holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so
Strength training is a daily component in which the student will they are able to get a breath. Exit the water without using a
ladder or steps.
work on lower and upper body exercises. Students will also
increase strength in the abdominals, obliques, and back. Each LIFETIME INDIVIDUAL ACTIVITIES |*NEW
class will end with aerobic/anaerobic exercises to increase
cardiovascular endurance and flexibility. Units will include: Course ID: PHY2041 OR PHY2042
Introduction to lifting/muscle recognition/safety, Fitnessgram Prerequisite: Introduction to Physical Education
testing (mile, pacer, curl-ups, push-ups), nutrition, swimming and Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2)
Grades:
10-12
personal training. Great emphasis is put on a positive attitude and Description: Great emphasis is put on a positive attitude, taking
taking responsibility. All physical education classes are co- responsibility and wellness planning for the future. All physical
educational and all upper level classes are combined grades 11 & education classes are co-educational. If a student chooses to take
12. If a student wishes to take both Adv. Fitness and Strength and both Lifetime Activities and Strength and Conditioning, they may
Conditioning, they may NOT take them during the same semester. take them during the same semester. Lifetime Activities (2-year
cycle) will be selected from the following units: (fitness emphasized
INTRODUCTION TO PHYSICAL EDUCATION in all units) personal wellness, outdoor activities, recreational
Course ID: PHY1011 OR PHY1012 activities, fitness trends. This course is designed for students who
Prerequisite: None prefer individual exercise.
Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2)
Grades: 9-10 LIFETIME TEAM ACTIVITIES |*NEW
Description: Students must earn 1.5 credits of physical education Course ID: PHY2051 OR PHY2052
to graduate from high school. Physical education at WHS is Prerequisite: Introduction to Physical Education
designed to give students fitness knowledge and experience, skill Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2)
development, activity knowledge and a positive attitude within a Grades: 10-12
very comprehensive and unique list of offerings. Six units are Description: Great emphasis is put on a positive attitude, teamwork,
offered each semester: Fitness, Volleyball, Swimming, Strength & and wellness planning for future team activities. All physical
Conditioning, Basketball, and Badminton. education classes are co-educational. If a student chooses to take
both Lifetime Activities and Strength and Conditioning, they may
LIFEGUARD TRAINING |*NEW take them during the same semester. Team Activities (2 year cycle)
Course ID: PHY2062 will be selected from a variety of indoor and outdoor Team
Prerequisite: See Qualifications in Description Games. This course is designed for students who want to participate
Credit: 1/2 (Semester 2) in Team Games/Activities.
Grades: 10-12
Description: The primary purpose of the American Red Cross STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
Lifeguarding course is to provide entry-level lifeguard Course ID: PHY2021 OR PHY2022
participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize Prerequisite: Introduction to Physical Education
and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2)
professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, Grades: 10-12
injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services Description: This course is designed to be a high-level, high-intensity
(EMS) personnel take over. Upon successful completion of the fitness class.
course, students would have the option to purchase their
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. This certification is STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING II
what a student would use to give potential employers to verify Course ID: PHY2031 OR PHY2032
their certification status. Prerequisite: Strength and Conditioning
*Candidates must: Credit: 1/2 (Semester 1 or 2)
1. Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled Grades: 10-12
session of the course. Description: This course will be offered to students interested in
2. Swim 300 yards, continuously demonstrating breath control furthering their knowledge, technique, and concepts, as it relates to
and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front strength and conditioning. This will be a high intensity course that
crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on will feature advanced lifting techniques, mentoring and peer
the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used. teaching, and career research into the dynamic world of fitness
3. Tread water for 2 minutes, using only the legs. Candidates training.
should place their hands under the armpits.