KINS 223 Outline

THE KING'S UNIVERSITY

COURSE NUMBER:

KINS 223

COURSE TITLE:

Introduction to Martial Arts

NAME OF INSTRUCTOR:

Lily Climenhaga

CREDIT WEIGHT AND WEEKLY TIME DISTRIBUTION:

credits 3 (hrs lect 0 - hrs sem 0 - hrs lab 3)

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

This course offers basic elementary instruction in the martial arts. Content will vary based on the style practiced by the instructor. The focus of the course will be on the theory and practice of the fundamental skills of the martial arts. Emphasis will be placed on participation and skill acquisition with an overview of basic movement strategies and principles of training. Certification and progression to a yellow belt/sash are attainable. (Note: The purchase of a traditional outfit of the style practiced by the instructor is recommended but not required.)

Students with credit in PHED 283 or PHED 221 cannot receive credit for PHED 223.

MARK DISTRIBUTION IN PERCENT:


Class Participation	35%
Journals (marked based on completion	10%
Short paper	10%
Midterm demonstration (yellow belt test)	15%
Final demonstration (blue belt test)	30%

	100%

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

To be learn basic self-defense techniques
To obtain a blue belt level within Uechi Ryu karate
To condition and strengthen the body using martial arts

COURSE OUTLINE:

Throughout the course we will learn and practice

Geri Wasa (kicking techniques)

Kote Kitae (Arm Rubbing and pounding)

Ashi Kitae (Leg conditioning)

Partner exercises

Up to the midterm the first half of the course will incorporate white belt and high school material, such as:

Jumbi Undo (Warm-up exercises)

Hojo Undo (Uechi exercises)

Fukyukata ichi

Fukyukata ni

Introduction to sanchin kata (pattern 1)

Following the midterm practicing these exercises will continue as well as the addition of senior material:

Sanchin kata

Kanshiwa kata (pattern 2)

Kyu Kumite (Junior level prearranged sparring patterns)

Throughout the course students will also learn basic Japanese terminology for techniques
Throughout the course the students will learn basic self-defense techniques
Sparring techniques

Required texts, assignments, and grade distributions may vary from one offering of this course to the next. Please consult the course instructor for up to date details.