Chabot College
Course Outline for Physical Education 2
June, 1989
RACQUETBALL
Catalog Description:
PHED 2RB – Racquetball 1 unit
This course is designed to provide the beginning student with an opportunity to acquire basic and fundamental skills in racquetball. Through participation in the course the student should be able to maintain an adequate level of physical fitness. He/she should be exposed to an activity with great carry-over value. He/she should have an awareness of safety procedures, care of equipment, and the proper process for warming up. The class will meet 3 hours per week.
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for the Students:
Upon completion of the course the student will be able to maintain an adequate level of physical fitness.
He/she should be exposed to an activity with great carry-over value. He/she should have an awareness of safety procedures, care of equipment, and the proper process for warming up.
Course Content:
1.
Orientation: a.
History and evolution of the game. b.
Present nature of the game. c.
Care and use of equipment and facilities. d.
Safety precautions and procedures. e.
Court conduct and etiquette. f.
Procedures for warming-up and conditioning.
2.
Basic Skills for Presentation--Grips, Body Position & Footwork, and Mechanics of Stroking for: a.
Forehand b.
Backhand c.
Volley d.
Serve e.
Back wall shots f.
Ceiling g.
Lob h.
Drive i.
Passing shots (all types) j.
Kill shots (all types)
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Game Participation a.
Singles b.
Doubles c.
Cut Throat d.
Strategy for all types of game participation
Methods of Presentation:
The materials for the course are presented through the use of the lecture- demonstration technique.
Instruction will be given in large groups, small groups, and on an individual basis. Student practice is emphasized. Exhibitions and class discussions are used as a secondary means of reviewing course content.
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:
Each student is evaluated on a tripartite basis. He/she will be required to demonstrate specific skills relative to the course, to successfully complete a written examination of specific materials related to the course, and to maintain an adequate attendance record for the duration of the course.
Textbook:
None
Special Student Material:
Appropriate physical education attire.
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