Courses

• PDP MA 107: Kung Fu, Beginning
  Learn the Kung Fu style that Bruce Lee started off with. Being the only Kung Fu style developed by a woman, Wing Chun is known for its speed, use of leverage, economy of motion, which makes it an extremely practical self-defense style. Class emphasis is on developing the strength, fitness, endurance and flexibility to be able to properly utilize Wing Chun. Students will learn traditional techniques and drill them in exercises for practical application. First timers taking the class are given an introduction to the style in order to build a strong foundation while those who have taken the class before continue on with more advanced material.
• PDP MA 201: T'ai Chi, Intermediate
  Prereq: PDP MA 101. A classical system of martial arts and exercise developed in China 700 years ago. It is characterized by fluid and slow movements designed to cultivate internal energy, balance yin and yang, develop body flexibility, and promote efficient and healthful body movement. The intermediate class is more demanding and faster paced than the beginning class.
• PDP MA 203: Tae Kwon Do, Intermediate
  Instruction in forms, basic skills, and sparring techniques.
• PDP MB 101: Hatha Yoga, Beginning
  This slow, fluid, graceful exercise helps develop muscle tone, flexibility, coordination, balance, breath control, and deep relaxation.
• PDP MB 103: Zen Meditation
  Includes sitting and walking meditation, koan study (the seemingly illogical questions posed by the teacher to test the student's clarity), personal interviews, and group discussion.
• PDP MB 201: Hatha Yoga, Low Intermediate
  Prereq: PDP MB 101 or the equivalent. Deepen harmony of mind and body through gradual perfection of postures and increased attentiveness to breathing. Stress, stiffness, and weakness transform into deep relaxation.
• PDP MB 203: Hatha Yoga, High Intermediate
  Prereq: PDP MB 201. For dedicated intermediates who wish to perfect the more difficult moves and increase their understanding of the mechanisms of the human body.
• PDP NT 101: HEALTHY DIETING
  Just as every person is unique, every person's healthy diet must also be unique. This course will empahsize the scientific evidence about nutrition and activity for appropriate and effective weight management. Participants will be guided through an assessment of their health goals, lifestyle demands and constraints, and food preferences in order to establish realistic goals for achieving and maintaining a healthy weight. Skills and strategies for meal planning, dining out, food shopping and recipe modification will be introduced through interactive sessions. This class is for non-nutrition majors only.
• PDP NT 103: Vegetarian Nutrition
  This course will discuss the health and economic benefits of well-planned vegetarian eating styles. Nutrients of concern and appropriate vegetarian food sources will be covered for each type of vegetarian. Skills and strategies for nutritious and delicious meal planning, food shopping, and recipe modification and dining out will be introduced through interactive sessions. This class is for non-nutrition majors only.
• PDP NT 104: Healthy Cooking on a Budget
  If healthy eating was simple, affordable, and delicious, everyone would do it! How do you plan balanced meals and snacks without breaking the bank? Step 1: Understand your unique nutrition needs and the health-promoting foods that will help you meet them. Step 2: Perfect the skills and strategies for stocking a healthy kitchen, modifying favorite recipes, and basic cooking by participating in a series of interactive sessions. The end result: You will be well on your way to a lifetime of true "value meals"
• PDP OE 102: Downhill Skiing
  Instruction for beginning and intermediate skill levels. Course runs on Wednesday or Thursday evenings for four weeks and is taught at the Nashoba Ski Area using their certified teaching methods. Extra fee required.
• PDP OE 104: Snowboarding
  Instruction for beginning and intermediate skill levels. Course runs on Wednesday or Thursday evenings for four weeks and is taught at the Nashoba Ski Area using their certified teaching methods. Extra fee required.
• PDP PE 191: R.A.D for Women
  The goal of the BUPD RAD program is to provide an easily accessible program of education and awareness for the women of Boston University. The program trains women in basic self-defense and offers them viable options when confronted with various threats of violence. There is a $10. book fee payable to the instructor at class. Instructors are members of the BU Police.
• PDP PE 286: Directed Study Lab
  Work under the supervision of a specific faculty/staff member for specialized work in a particular area of Physical Education, Intramural Sports, Aquatics, Fitness, or Dance. For more information, call the department at 617/353-2748.
• PDP SK 101: Basic Skating
  Basic forward and backward skating, balance and control, all stops, turning forward to backward, and crossovers. Must have your own skates.
• PDP SK 102: Basic Skating
  Basic forward and backward skating, balance and control, all stops, turning forward to backward, and crossovers. Must have your own skates.
• PDP SK 103: Figure Skating
  Prereq: PDP SK 101 or PDP SK 102. Develop turns and edge sequences and learn half rotation jumps, one and two foot spins, and pivots. Gain control, balance, and power.
• PDP SK 201: Skating, Intermediate
  Prereq: PDP SK 101, PDP SK 102, or good skating skills. Includes stroking, edges, footwork, and turns.
• PDP SK 203: Figure Skating, Intermediate
  Prereq: PDP SK 103 or figure skating experience. Coaching and practice on single and double rotation jumps, spins (including combination and change of foot), and moves in the field.
• PDP SK 204: Introduction to Hockey
  Prereq: PDP SK 101, PDP SK 102, or the equivalent. For beginning players. Improve stick handling and passing skills through drills and scrimmages. Must have own helmet with cage, gloves, and stick.

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