EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

The Lonestar College System is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. Lone Star College System does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, disability, age, veteran status, nationality or ethnicity in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, employment policies, scholarship and loan programs, and to her District of College administered programs and activities.

AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

LSCS is dedicated to providing the least restrictive learning environment for all students. The college system promotes equity in academic access through the implementation of reasonable accommodations as required by The Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title V, Section 540 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) which will enable students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from all post-secondary educational programs and activities.

Judith Watson, Counselor for Arts & Humanities, is available in LIB 222A to assist you in meeting your academic, career, and personal goals.　 Confidential counseling services are available by appointment to help you overcome academic and personal challenges, make career choices, plan your transfer, and to gain self-understanding.　 To schedule an appointment call 281 312- 1545,　email Judith.watson@lonestar.edu 　or stop by LIB 222A.

With the passage of SB1231, an institution of higher education may not permit a student to drop more than six (6) courses, including any course a transfer student has dropped at another public institution of higher education. This applies only to first-time in college students (FTIC) enrolled in Texas public higher education beginning Fall 2007. For more information, please go to http://www.lonestar.edu/course-drops.htm

TEXTBOOK:

NONE

Recommended: YMMA TAI CH AM & PM. These are available at the library.

SUPPLIES:

Loose leaf Binder, loose leaf paper, black or blue ink pens, Kung Fu Saber

This introductory and intermediate course allows students to practice the physical and mental aspects of Tai Chi. Students study history and basic terms along with philosophical, physiological principles, etiquette, meditation and the movements of Tai Chi. The course will provide a strong base for lifetime skills in well-being.

Tai Chi is designed to provide the student an introduction to the internal martial arts that the student will apply to functional, everyday life-time skills for total well-being.

1. Attend class regularly, be punctual, dress appropriately( NO JEANS) and participate actively.
2. Each student is required to sign in at the beginning of class. If you fail to sign in, you may be marked absent.
3. Engage in warm-up and flexibility activities to prepare for participation in class activities.
4. Engage in strength and conditioning activities to prepare for participation in class activities.
5. Practice the Yang Style, Part I and the saber independently.
6. Intermediate students progress into Parts II, III, Simplified, and Part II of the saber and sword, as appropriate.
7. Correctly perform such skills as stances, kicks, punches and arm movements
8. Develop cardio respiratory fitness and physical conditioning.
9. Apply knowledge of rules and principles of Tai Chi to practice.
10. Develop greater flexibility, endurance, balance and coordination.
11. Apply the principle of alignment with the principle of Tai Chi.
12. Analyze movement; understand basic bio-mechanics concepts and correct error in personal movement patterns.
13. Demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of Tai Chi terminology.
14. Enjoy the satisfaction of group cooperation in the art and flow of physical activity.
15. Learn the basic benefits of Tai Chi such as managing cardio, arthritis, weight loss,etc.

• 30% of your grade… ATTENDANCE
• 20% of your grade…SKILL TEST-FORM
• 10% of your grade HOMEWORK
• 10% of your grade QUIZZES
• 30% of your grade PROJECT
• Your final grade will be calculated on the basis of the following scale: 90+ = A, 80-89=B, 70-79=C, 60-69=D, 59- = F.

Students may earn up to 5 bonus points by reading a book(s) or articles related to Tai Chi; and/or practice with a classmate outside of class on a regular basis and/or attend a Tai Chi tournament outside the classroom. Students must submit a brief summary of each book, article or studio you visited or keep a practice log to earn the bonus points. This will be added to your final attendance grade.

1. Attendance (30). Students are required to sign-in at each class Failure to do so will constitute an absence.

   0-1 absences – 100%

   2-3 absence - 90%

   4-5 absences - 80%

   5-6 absences - 70%

   Etc.

2. To meet the objectives of this course, it is important that the student participate actively and on a regular basis. The student is responsible for dropping the course if excessive absences occur. Check with the Registrar’s Office for the official drop procedure. The student may make up a maximum of three absences through bonus point work. Students arriving more than 10 minutes after the start of class may be considered absent.
3. There will be zero tolerance on cell phones in the class room. The use of the cell phone in the classroom will constitute an automatic absence.

PLEASE NOTE: No student will be dropped by the instructor for non-attendance.

It is the responsibility of the student to withdraw before the withdraw date. If you have an unexpected conflict with your work schedule, family responsibilities, etc. there may be alternatives. Please contact me before the withdraw date for dropping the class under the circumstances. My signature or the Dean’s signature is required on drop slips.