Dance and Fitness

• 9th-12th grades
• Elective
• One Semester
• VPAA credit for this course
  

This course is a combination of dance (ballet, jazz, and student choreography) and fitness activities. Students will experience a variety of fitness activities along with learning different styles of dance. An informal performance at the end of the semester is a requirement for this class to earn credit. It can also be used as a prerequisite to Dance II by earning a B+ or higher.  All physical wellness classes incorporate fitness testing such as the mile run, push up test, sit up test, and flexibility.

Dance II - Performance Dance Choreography

• 2^nd Semester only
• Required background course:  Dance I or Fitness and Dance with a “B+” or higher.
• 9th-12th grades
• Elective
• One Semester
• VPAA Credit for this course
  

Students perform on stage in the Performing Arts Theater. Students should be able to demonstrate 25 dance skills and several choreographic principles learned in Dance I or Dance & Fitness.  They will be introduced to more advanced skills and be expected to break down the music into patterns to create performances utilizing those skills and the elements of dance: space, time, force. Students will be required to perform at the end of the term for credit in the class.  All physical wellness classes incorporate fitness testing such as the mile run, push up test, sit up test, and flexibility.

Introduction to Strength & Conditioning

• 9th-12th Grades

•  1 semester

This course is a prerequisite for the Advanced Strength & Conditioning and Peak Performance courses; it is meant for students who have little to no experience in Strength Training and Conditioning.  Introduction to Strength and Conditioning is a dynamic course that focuses on mastering the proper form and technique used for basic lifts to prepare the student to safely and effectively lift weights.  Emphasis will include core strength, speed and agility, conditioning, flexibility, and mobility. Pre and Post testing will be completed and evaluated to track student’s progress in the areas of strength, speed, and power.  This course is designed for students with a strong desire in improving their strength, speed, and agility as well as preparing them for Advanced Strength & Conditioning.  West Ottawa athletes are highly encouraged to take a Strength and Conditioning class.

Advanced Strength & Conditioning

• 9th-12th Grades

• 1 Semester

• Required Background Course:  Introduction to Strength & Conditioning

This course is designed for students who have already taken Introduction to Strength and Conditioning and expect to be highly active on a daily basis with the goal of improving their strength and fitness through high intensity workouts.  Students will be able to foster improvement in the areas of strength, speed, power, flexibility, agility, and muscular/cardiovascular endurance. Pre and Post testing will be completed and evaluated to track student’s progress in the areas of strength, speed, and power.  This course may be taken more than once. West Ottawa athletes are highly encouraged to take this class after taking the Introduction to Strength and Conditioning.  

Successful Living

• 9th grade
• Required
• One Semester
  

Behaviors you choose today affect the quality of the life you live tomorrow.  Successful Living is a health class that will focus on different aspects of diet, exercise, relationships, mental wellness, and reproductive health.  This class also fulfills the reproductive health requirement from the State of Michigan, as well as half of the physical education requirement needed for graduation.  West Ottawa believes in abstinence as the healthiest choice.

Health

• 10th - 12th grade (This class is for students who did not take Successful Living in their freshman year or did not earn credit for Successful Living.)
• Required
• One Semester