PHYSICAL HEALTH AND EDUCATION COURSES

Course Code: YLRA-1B

 This is a course designed for self-motivated elite athletes in Grade 10, 11, or 12 who wish to take a weight-training class to increase their performance in a variety of sports – including (but not limited to!) football, basketball, wrestling, or soccer. The “complete athlete” approach will be emphasized, which consists of (but not limited to) strength training, speed & agility, plyometrics, recovery methods, nutrition, injury prevention, etc. The course is designed to be a full-year course that provides eight credits, and students require the support of a coach and/or PE teacher to be eligible, as well as a year-long commitment to training and an application form that will be filled out by all students who request the course.

Course Code: YLRA-2D

This is a course designed for self-motivated elite athletes in Grade 10, 11, or 12 who wish to take a weight-training class to increase their performance in a variety of sports – including (but not limited to!) football, basketball, wrestling, or soccer. The “complete athlete” approach will be emphasized, which consists of (but not limited to) strength training, speed & agility, plyometrics, recovery methods, nutrition, injury prevention, etc. The course is designed to be a full-year course that provides eight credits, and students require the support of a coach and/or PE teacher to be eligible, as well as a year-long commitment to training and an application form that will be filled out by all students who request the course.

Course Code: MDNC-11

Choreography 11 provides students with opportunities to create dance for a variety of informal and formal settings and for a variety of purposes. Students learn to explore, create, refine, and produce dance using the elements of movement to serve artistic intentions. By working through the creative process, students develop an understanding of these elements and how they combine to form the final product, a choreographed piece. In Choreography 11 students also have opportunities to apply a range of techniques in composing dance in some of the diverse styles and genres found in Canadian society

Course Code: MDNCN11

Dance is an art form that combines flexibility, strength and endurance. In this class there is a focus on personal fitness maintained and enhanced through participation in a variety of activities and dance genres at different intensity levels. Understanding the human body and how your muscles work in dance empowers dancers in their technical and artistic training. Topics include; kinesthetic awareness, planes of movement, components of fitness and the effects of different types of fitness activities on the body.

Course Code: MDNTP-11

Technique and Performance 11 will focus on dance as a performance art. By participating in formal and informal performances in a variety of settings, students increase their knowledge and develop skills in all phases of dance preparation and production. The emphasis is on refining students’ control of the elements of movement and presentation. Developing their awareness of the social contexts in which dance occurs is also important.

Course Code: MACLV11  

This course is designed for Grade 11 or 12 students who enjoy individual or team activities in a variety of sport settings. Students will participate in a variety of school-based and optional community-based activities including: bowling, driving range, volleyball, softball, ball hockey, basketball, touch football, social dance, tumbling, ultimate frisbee, tennis, table tennis, soccer, minor games, weight training, and ice-skating. There is a $40 Course Enhancement Fee to fund the field trips. 

Course Code: MFTCD11

This co-educational elective course is offered as a continuation of the program developed in the Weight Training 9/10 option. The course emphasis will be on developing and maintaining personal fitness. Weight training and selected exercise techniques will provide the basis for this course. The BFS (Bigger, Faster, Stronger) program is emphasized. This course is highly recommended for all student athletes.

Course Code: MFTCD11-Y

Yoga and mindfulness is centered around enhancing health and wellness in a positive environment. The focus of the course is yoga and how it can contribute to physical and mental wellness. Students will gain a better understanding of the fundamentals of yoga through daily practice. Classes are appropriate for beginner to intermediate students. Students will be exposed to different mindfulness and meditation activities. Students may also participate in Pilates, hiking and walking programs. The course can be very helpful in balancing the stressors of high school life. If there is an interest, an overnight retreat and/or guest instructors/field trips may be offered for an additional fee. A $40 enhancement fee will be used to fund community and school activities.

Course Code: YLRA-2D

This is a course designed for self-motivated elite athletes in Grade 10, 11, or 12 who wish to take a weight-training class to increase their performance in a variety of sports – including (but not limited to!) football, basketball, wrestling, or soccer. The “complete athlete” approach will be emphasized, which consists of (but not limited to) strength training, speed & agility, plyometrics, recovery methods, nutrition, injury prevention, etc. The course is designed to be a full-year course that provides eight credits, and students require the support of a coach and/or PE teacher to be eligible, as well as a year-long commitment to training and an application form that will be filled out by all students who request the course.

Course Code: MDNCN12

Dance is an art form that combines flexibility, strength and endurance. In this class there is a focus on creating a personalized fitness program as well as examining the psychological factors that influence dance training and performance. Understanding the human body and how your muscles work in dance empowers dancers in their technical and artistic training. Topics include anatomical terminology, somatic approaches, body conditioning, components of fitness and kinesthetic awareness.

Course Code: MDNTP-12

Technique and Performance 12 will focus on dance as a performance art. By participating in formal and informal performances in a variety of settings, students increase their knowledge and develop skills in all phases of dance preparation and production. The emphasis is on refining students’ control of the elements of movement and presentation. Developing their awareness of the social contexts in which dance occurs is also important.

Course Code: MACLV12 

Strongly Recommended: Active Living 11 

This course is an extension of Active Living 11 with more of an emphasis on Leadership. It is designed for Grade 12 students who love to be active in a variety of sport and recreational settings. There is a $40 Enhancement Fee to fund the field trips. 

Course Code: MFTCD12

This co-educational elective course is offered as a continuation of the program developed in the Weight Training 11 course. The course emphasis will be on developing and maintaining personal fitness. Weight training and selected exercise techniques will provide the basis for this course. Circuit training, split routines, pyramid training and developing your own program are emphasized. This course is highly recommended for all student athletes.

Course Code: MFTCD12-Y

This is a continuation of Yoga and Wellness 11 with a focus on Physical and Mental wellness. While yoga will be the primary activity, students will be exposed to other lifelong recreational activities. This course can help balance the demands of the grade 12 year in an encouraging, welcoming atmosphere. A $40 enhancement fee will be used to fund community and school activities.