Norcross High School

Body Sculpting

Course Syllabus

Course TITLE: Body Sculpting Term -2014-2015

Teacher –Dale Farr room# Field House

Email Address

Teacher Web Page / /

Teacher Support

(Help sessions etc.) / Please email or call Coach Farr for support in Weight Training.

Course Description

Weight Training has been designed to enhance the physical well being of students with a beginning to advanced level of training. The program promotes a training principle based upon Undulating Periodization. All Students will be expected to learn and perform all lifts in a safe and efficient manner. All students will be involved with high level of Olympic lifts as well as auxiliary lifts and will be evaluated on their proficiency of these lifts. Students may also be called upon to perform peer evaluations within the weightroom environment. The students will be expected to improve on max tests each six weeks of the semester.

Course Curriculum Content

The entire list of Academic, Knowledge and Skills for each of the following curriculum strands in this course can be accessed through the district web address at

AKS Strands
A –Weight Training for Fitness
/ / / / demonstrate correct training methods used in weight training (PEBS_A2009-1) /
/ identify weight loads, number of sets, and repetitions in various weight training programs (PEBS_A2009-2) /
/ / / / identify the types of exercises to be performed in order to enhance the development of various muscle groups (PEBS_A2009-3) /
/ develop and execute a series of exercises using machines and free weights to enhance a conditioning program (PEBS_A2009-4) /
/ / / / identify the major muscle groups of the body (PEBS_A2009-5) /
/ explain the importance of performing large muscle group exercises prior to small or isolated muscle group movements (PEBS_A2009-6) /
/ / / / describe the importance of determining the amount of rest needed between sets and training workout routines in order to maximize training (PEBS_A2009-7) /
/ describe the causes and effects of over-training (PEBS_A2009-8) /
/ / / / identify and perform multiple aerobic conditioning exercises as part of an overall body sculpting program (PEBS_A2009-9) /
B. Weight Training Equipment and Aids
demonstrate the proper use of two major types of weight training equipment: machines and free weights (PEBS_B2009-11)
identify and demonstrate the proper use of dynabands, handheld weights, and other strength and conditioning apparatus (PEBS_B2009-12)
identify and perform the proper strength and conditioning techniques using calisthenics and other exercises utilizing body weight (PEBS_B2009-13)
C - Program Organization and Technique
demonstrate proper lifting technique when using a variety of strength and conditioning equipment (PEBS_C2009-14)
describe the importance of the "warm-up" and "cool down" phases of a training program (PEBS_C2009-15)
describe the importance of charting and record-keeping in a training and conditioning program (PEBS_C2009-16)
D - Nutrition, Rest and Ergogenic Aids
identify the six nutrients and purpose of each (PEBS_D2009-17)
identify the importance of nutrition as part of an overall conditioning and weight management program (PEBS_D2009-18)
identify healthy concepts of weight management related to an overall conditioning program (PEBS_D2009-19)
identify the harmful effects of drugs, including alcohol, tobacco, anabolic steroids, and dietary supplements on the body (PEBS_D2009-20)
identify the need for rest as part of an overall conditioning and training program (PEBS_D2009-21)

Instructional Materials and Supplies

Published Materials / Instructional Supplies
PERSONAL FITNESS FOR YOU
2ND ED. STOKES AND SCHULTZ / DRESS DOWN CLOTHES, PENCIL AND PAPER, ATHLETIC SHOES, PERSONAL COMBINATION LOCK

Evaluation and Grading

Assignments / Grade Weights / Grading Scale
SKILLS ASSESSMENTS, WRITING ASSESSMENTS, FITNESS TESTS (based on improvements only), INFORMAL OBSERVATIONS OF SKILLS AND PERFORMANCE, FORMAL UNIT/AKS ASSESSMENTS / Class Assessments35%
Summative Assessment45%
Final Exam20% / A:90 and above
B:80 – 89
C:74 – 79
D:70 – 73
F:69 or below

Other Information

Expectations for Academic Success / Additional Requirements/Resources
CLASS EXPECTATIONS :
  1. DRESS REQUIREMENTS FOR CLASS :
  2. APPROPRIATE CLOTHING REQUIRED***
  3. FULL LENGTH, SOLID OR NHS, GRAY, NAVY, or WHITE TSHIRTS
  4. NAVY BLUE/GRAY SHORTS AND/OR GRAY OR NAVY SWEAT PANTS/ TRACK PANTS
  5. SOCKS AND GYM SHOES
  6. APPROPRIATE BEHAVIOR IS REQUIRED AT ALL TIMES
  7. In the gym area, safety first
  8. At all times, be respectful of self and others
*NOTE:
REASONS FOR DRESS : SAFETY, FREEDOM OF MOVEMENT, ABILITY TO MASTER THE AKS, HYGIENE
ABSENCES :
  1. ONLY a doctor’s note excuses a student from having to dress out for class. Make-up work for these days is required. IT IS THE STUDENT’S RESPONSIBILITY TO TALK WITH HIS/HER TEACHER ABOUT ARRANGING A TIME TO OBTAIN/COMPLETE MAKE-UP WORK.
  2. MAKE UP WORK IS DUE 5 DAYS FROM THE DATE OF THE ABSENCE.
  3. EXTENDED MEDICAL EXCUSES : Any student with an extended medical excuse from a doctor (more than 10days) will be evaluated. The teachers will determine the appropriate means for making up physical activity during the illness or injury, and the recovery process..
  4. Students must respect school equipment and follow school rules and policies.
/ ACTIVITES :
Students will be lifting weights 4 days per week and run/stretch one day per week. Please prepare for the class by eating a healthy breakfast, drinking plenty of water, and wearing appropriate clothing to class.
  1. Fitnessgram Testing – state required fitness test. Parents and students will receive a report at the end of the semester
  2. Running – One day per week students will work on aerobic capacity or agilities and flexibility
  3. Weightroom – Perform Olympic lifts and auxiliary lifts.
  4. Mastery of the AKS for Physical Education

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