Fundamentals of Tennis: This class covers basic tennis techniques. Our focus will be on developing smooth confident strokes. Students will also spend time learning the rules of the game and playing. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

This course will offer an overview of the theoretical tenets of experiential education and how they can be applied in a variety of settings, including the outdoors,and alternative and traditional classrooms. Topics to be addressed include current issues in experiential education, oppression and empowerment in education, teaching experientially, creative expression, and the historical and philosophical basis of experiential education. The course format will include readings, discussion, guest speakers, field experiences, and individual research and presentations on experiential education.

The Connecticut River Valley is a bioregion rich in natural variety and beauty. This course will be an opportunity to explore the natural places in our own backyard while examining the concept of wilderness in contemporary society. The social, spiritual, ecological, artistic, accessible and per sonal perspectives of wilderness will be the foundation of this place-based education class. By hiking and paddling we will attempt to develop a sense of place with some truly magical local outdoor sites. Readings and projects will further develop this con cept of a backyard wilderness.

Fundamentals of Basketball: If you like basketball but have little or no experience, then this is the class for you. Students will work on the basic skills of basketball, such as dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding and defense. Students will also spend time focusing on the rules of the game and playing. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

Speed and Agility Training : The class will focus on improving foot, speed, agility, and explosiveness through drills and plyometrics. The class will meet Tuesday and Thursday from 2pm-3pm for 6 weeks. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

Basic Strength Training: This course will give students background knowledge and first-hand experience in stretching, weight lifting, and aerobic conditioning. Students will learn the basics of flexibility training, using heart rate to guide aerobic conditioning, and assist in designing an individualized weight training program. Each class session will include stretching, running/walking, and weight lifting. People who have never been involved in a fitness program are especially welcome. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.

Strength and Conditioning: This class will utilize various techniques to improve one's strength and conditioning without the use of weights. All experience levels are welcome. The class is especially good for those interested in improving strength for sports. Five college students will be graded pass/fail.

Getting an effective workout doesn't always have to take time away from your life by going to a gym and running on a treadmill like a hamster. You will be surprised how much you can accomplish in a space no bigger than your dorm lounge or common room with a towel and water bottle at your side. Maximum Interval Training is an exercise system that uses your own body as the equipment. The object is not to confuse your muscles or train to get an edge in competition but to arrive at and strengthen your own natural physical abilities.

Getting an effective workout doesn't always have to take time away from your life by going to a gym and running on a treadmill like a hamster. You will be surprised how much you can accomplish in a space no bigger than your dorm lounge with a towel and water bottle at your side. Maximum Interval Training is an exercise system that uses your own body as the equipment. The object is not to confuse your muscles or train to get an edge in competition but to arrive at and strengthen your own natural physical abilities.

Introduction to Sport Climbing: Introduction to Sport Climbing: Sport climbing is the term used to describe the style of climbing where a person uses fixed protection to lead climb. This class will focus on teaching the technical skills and training techniques for better climbing. IT IS IMPORTANT THAT A PERSON HAVE STRONG TOP ROPE CLIMBING SKILLS BEFORE THEY ADVANCE INTO SPORT CLIMBING. This course is perfect experienced rock climbers wanting to learn to lead climb, and is a prerequisite for the spring Traditional Lead Climbing class. 5-College students will be graded pass/fail.