Skagit Valley College

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 Course Title:   Tai Ji Quan (Tai Chi)

 Title Abbreviation:   TAI JI QUAN (TAI CHI)

 Department:    PE

 Course #:    110

 Credits:    1

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    1.5

 CIP:    310598

 EPC:    n/a

 REV:    2019


 Course Description  

Tai ji quan (tai chi) is an ancient Chinese form of exercise which provides numerous health benefits: greater flexibility, core strength, balance, focus and concentration, relaxation, and improved immunity.

 Prerequisite  

None

Additional Course Details

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 0

Lab: 22

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0


Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Academic N/A  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

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Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

  1. Perform basic movements of tai ji quan (tai chi) short form.
  2. Understand brief history and philosophy of tai ji quan.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

  1. History and philosophy of tai ji quan (tai chi).
  2. Demonstrate the basic movements of tai ji quan (short form).
  3. Understanding of physical and mental benefits of tai ji quan.
  4. Demonstrate improved mental focus, concentration, and attention to detail in the performance of tai ji quan.