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Tennis (PHED 1112)
Total Credits:
1
Lab Credits:
1
Description:
Designed to accommodate all skill levels, this course will emphasize the fundamental strokes found in tennis. Class will focus on forehand, backhand, volley, rules, etiquette and scoring. You must provide a tennis racquet and three tennis balls. All other equipment will be provided by the school. Must be taken Pass/Fail.
Topical Outline:
1. History and the traditions of tennis
2. Preparation for physical activity
3. Equipment and community resources
4. Fundamental skills. practice, games
5. Rules, etiquette and scoring
Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate the fundamental skills of tennis
2. Demonstrate the history and etiquette of tennis during matches
3. Apply rules and scoring to match play
4. Identify equipment and other resources available
5. Exhibit the proper warm up and other training approaches that are best practices for physical activity