Squash I

Catalog description

KINES 46 is a beginner's level course designed to provide students with the motor skills and cognitive understanding necessary to successfully compete in the game of squash. While the initial focus of this course is development of racquet skills, acquiring an understanding of rules, regulations, and terminology are integral to the process in learning squash. Subsequent effort will emphasize the development of movement skills, progression of racquet fundamentals, and application of the above to managing game situations. Here, students will learn to recognize, comprehend, and develop on-court strategies, and will learn to employ these tactics in game play. By the end of the course, each student will possess a basic knowledge of the game of squash and sound racquet fundamentals that will allow them to be a knowledgeable spectator or participant in the game of squash. This will serve as a "connector" to, not only advanced levels of squash, but other forms of racquet play as well. In turn, this will facilitate the discovery and appreciation of the significant lifetime benefits offered by all racquet sports. Finally, KINES 46 examines squash as a lifetime sport. Students will explore the level of fitness necessary for successful participation in racquet sports, the potential fitness benefits of participating in squash on a regular basis, and the social benefits associated with the betterment of one's well-being and quality of life. Furthermore, students will explore proper training techniques, injury prevention, and fitness habits that may aid their enjoyment of squash as a lifetime pursuit of wellness.