PEDC 284 - Self-Defense and Martial Arts

Credit Hours: 1
Lecture Hours: 0
Laboratory (or Other) Hours: 2

Prerequisite(s): None
Restriction(s): None

Corequisite(s): None

This course introduces the learner to the broad area of self-defense and martial arts from a variety of models. Particular attention is paid to modes of delivery which are suitable to educational settings and stress the teaching of respect, self-discipline, confidence, and self-esteem. Self-defense concepts and skills are adapted from the disciplines of sport judo, sport wrestling, and non-contact karate. In addition, relaxation techniques based on tai chi and yoga are incorporated.

Student Learning Outcomes of the Course: The student will

demonstrate respectfulness at all times.
give feedback in a constructive and respectful manner.
be alert and aware of the safety of themselves and others at all times.
behave in a manner of a professional physical educator (i.e., dress, language, attendance, punctuality, attentiveness, and “All those behaviors which uphold the integrity of the profession”).
understand important concepts of self-defense & conflict resolution.
understand the unique contribution of each model in the teaching of self-defense.
understand how self-defense can be taught in school-appropriate ways.
gain a deeper understanding of the mind-body relationship in human movement.
explain how to adapt self-defense instruction to meet the needs of deaf students. (NASPE: 3.1) Objective: The student will be able to demonstrate:
proficiency in a basic warm-up kata. (NASPE: 1.2)
proficiency in three basic karate kata sequences. (NASPE: 1.2)

Objective: The student will be able to demonstrate:

various break falling techniques. (NASPE: 1.2)
competence in a variety of self-defense/escape/evasion techniques. (NASPE: 1.2)
proficiency in a number of basic warm-down techniques derived from yoga, tai chi, and other sources. (NASPE: 1.2)