Aerobics Syllabus

Instructor Leanne A. Smith E-mail lasmith@lcsd2.org

Address
Phone (307) 885-7847 Planning Gold 12:27-1:50 p.m.
Number Ext. 7209 Time Red 1:57-3:20 p.m.

Course Description

Students will learn basic principles of how to organize a personal fitness program and an aerobic routine.
Students will follow a fitness program and teach an aerobic routine to the class. Students will learn and
demonstrate knowledge of fitness, weight control and nutrition, body composition, and body strength.

Standards

Physical Education
1. Movement
2. Fitness
3. Personal and Social Behavior

Performance Standards

Proficient Performance
1. Movement – Students at the proficient performance level (1) consistently perform the basic skills, and
(2) demonstrate in depth knowledge and understanding of the rules, strategies, and skill elements/skill
cues key observation points in a combination of rhythm/dance, regulation, form team and
individual/dual activities, and lifetime activities.
2. Fitness – Students at the proficient performance level: (1) develop a personal fitness plan based on their
personal fitness assessment; (2) participate in several lifetime health-enhancing activities; (3) analyze
and compare some health and fitness benefits; and (4) evaluate cost and effectiveness of some products
and programs.
3. Personal and Social Behavior – Students performing at the proficient level regularly (a) recognize and
use all safety principles, rules, and procedures; (b) demonstrate cooperation and teamwork using the
skills of problem solving, communication, and conflict resolution; (c) respect diversity; and (d)
recognize the benefits of participating in physical activity settings.
 Units of Study

Units Standards Benchmarks Assessments

Introduction to 1. Movement 1:1 Participation Rubric
Aerobics 2. Fitness 2:1,5 Written Test
3. Personal and Social 3:1,2,3,4
Behavior

Principles of 1. Movement 2:2 Participation Rubric

Aerobics 2. Fitness Written Test
3. Personal and Social
Behavior

Weight Control and 1. Movement 2:1,2 Written Test

Nutrition 2. Fitness 3:3 Diet and Exercise Chart
3. Personal and Social
Behavior

Body Composition 1. Movement 2:1,2 Written Test

2. Fitness 3:3 Practical Test
3. Personal and Social
Behavior

Step Movements for 1. Movement 1:1,2,3 Participation Rubric

Aerobics 2. Fitness 3:2 Demonstration to Class
3. Personal and Social
Behavior

Choreography & 1. Movement 1:1,2,3 Participation Rubric

Aerobic Layout 2. Fitness 3:1,2,3,4 Routine Layout
3. Personal and Social Routine Taught to Class
Behavior Routine Evaluation

Fitness Program 1. Movement 1:1,2,3 Fitness Program

2. Fitness 2:1,2,3,5
3. Personal and Social 3:1,4
Behavior
 Course Materials and Resources

Clothing that is modest and allows movement. No skins or tank tops. Please bring clean clothes at the beginning
of each week. When in gym, only non-marking soled gym shoes can be worn. NO HATS! Locks will be given
out and must be returned at the end of the semester. Keep your lockers locked at all times. Get a folder for all
your assignments, handouts, and tests. You will receive a grade on this. Keep a pencil in your locker.

Student Signature _______________________________

Parent Signature ________________________________

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in admission to, or access to, or treatment in its educational programs or activities.