THE VVC PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Physical Education is an integral part of the total educational program. It contributes to the mental, physical, social, and emotional growth and development of each student through physical activity and dance. It is the goal of this department to provide opportunities for students to become and remain active through a variety of activity courses as well as several more specialized lecture courses for those who may seek a career in Physical Education, Recreation, Dance, Exercise Science or Sport Studies.
Any of the physical education or dance activity courses may be repeated up to three times, but not more than four units of physical education or dance activity classes will be counted toward the Associate in Arts or Science degrees. There is currently no degree or certificate programs within this department. Course descriptions can be found by clicking here .
Career opportunities, which may require advanced degrees, include dance instructor, lifestyle counselor, PE instructor, coach, recreation director, personal trainer, nutritionist, exercise physiologist, and sport psychologist.
The physical education courses stress leadership, sportsmanship, cooperation, safety, and health. A variety of activities are offered, encouraging students to develop lifelong fitness activities and patterns for recreation. Our dance department coordinates performance opportunities each semester as well as provide dance activity opportunities through a variety of dance courses.
With the exception of Physical Education 5, all physical education and dance classes are intended for normal, healthy individuals. It is highly recommended that anyone 35 years or older have a physical checkup before enrolling. A physical education course is required for Associate degree completion.