Adult Advanced Beginner Swim
Jill Grosso HFC
Mon-Thu, Jan 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 06-07:00pm, Zesiger Pool
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 17-Jan-2006
Limited to 8 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must be able to float on back and be comfortable with puttin
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
Ready to take the next step? Do you have the basics but need help putting it all together? This class will help you to improve your front crawl, back crawl and introduce breathing techniques, breaststroke and side stroke.
Register at the customer service desk of the A-Z Centers.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aqualesson, W35-164, x4-2100, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Adult Beginning Swim
Jill Grosso
Tue Jan 17, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Tue Jan 17, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Wed Jan 18, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Wed Jan 18, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Thu Jan 19, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Thu Jan 19, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Mon Jan 23, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Mon Jan 23, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Tue Jan 24, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Tue Jan 24, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Wed Jan 25, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Wed Jan 25, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Thu Jan 26, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Thu Jan 26, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Mon Jan 30, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Mon Jan 30, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Tue Jan 31, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Tue Jan 31, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Wed Feb 1, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Wed Feb 1, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Thu Feb 2, 08-09:00am, Zesiger Pool
Thu Feb 2, 05-06:00pm, Alumni Pool
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 17-Jan-2006
Limited to 8 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
Have you always wanted to learn how to swim but wre afraid to try? Here is an opportunity to learn the basics. This class will work on being comfortable in the water and introduce floating on your front and back, underwater exploration, and an introduction to front and back crawl.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aquatics, W35-164, x4-2100, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Advanced Beginning Swimming
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 11am-12:00pm, Z-Center Pool
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Class is for those who have some swimming ability but cannot pass the swim test.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Advanced Beginning Swimming (Section 2)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, Z-Center Pool
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must participate in PE Lottery for class.
Class is for those who have some swimming ability but cannot pass the swim test.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Aerobics - Step 1
HFC Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 06-07:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must sign up thru Lottery
Experience an intense cardio workout while learning the basic step movements without feeling lost.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Jill Altomari, altomari@mit.edu
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Archery
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 11am-12:00pm, Rockwell Cage
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must get class thru PE Lottery
A basic course in fundamentals of target shooting. Class will be conducted indoors.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Ballroom Dance
MIT Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 01-03:00pm, Z-Center - MAC Court
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Baseball (Art of Hitting)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, Rockwell Cage
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Learn the fundamentals of how to hit a baseball which is considered to be one of the most difficult hand-eye coordination skills.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Basketball (Intermediate)
MIT Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 10am-12:00pm, duPont Gym
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
This is an intermediate level course, prior experience is necessary.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram, hirame@mit.edu
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Beginning Gymnastics (Coed)
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 01-03:00pm, duPont Gymnastic Rm
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Coed and open to all skill levels, this class offers instruction on the various men’s and women’s gymnastics events. Students will have a chance to explore and focus on areas of personal interest while developing the foundation of strength, flexibility, balance and kinesthetic awareness gymnastics requires.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Beginning Swimming
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 11am-12:00pm, Z-Center Pool
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must get class thru the PE Lottery.
Class is for those who are at ease in shallow water but are not safe in deep water.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Beginning Swimming - (section 2)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, Z-Center Pool
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must get class thru PE Lottery
Class is for those who are at ease in shallow water but are not safe in deep water
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Boston Marathon Training, Part 1: Miles 1-10
Bouw HFC
Tue, Thu, Sat, Jan 10, 12, 14, 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28, 31, 2, 4, 06-07:00pm, Zesiger Center Lobby
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2006
Limited to 20 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Comfortable running 4 miles, 3-4 times per week
Fee: 100.00 for Instruction & Supplies
Train for the Boston Marathon- or any marathon! This is part one of a three session course. Participants must be comfortable running 4 miles 3-4 times per week. A complete training plan is provided for each participant.
Tues/Thurs classes meet 6-7pm. Saturday classes meet 9-11am.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/fitness/group_ex.html
Contact: fitness, 37-127, x3-2002, fitness@mit.edu
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Conditioning
HFC Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 12-01:00pm, MAC Courts
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru Lottery
Looking to get into shape fast? Combining intense cardio work with strength training circuits and quick bouts of rest time, this class leaves you with no other choice than to improve your level of health and fitness!
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Jill Altomari, altomari@mit.edu
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Fencing - Foil
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 02-03:00pm, duPont Fencing Rm.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Instruction in the basic fundamentals includes footwork, attacks and parries. After learning the rules, including scoring, students will participate in competitive bouts.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Fencing - Sabre
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, duPont Fencing Rm.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
For those with previous fencing experience, including
participation in the beginning fencing course.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Field Hockey (Coed)
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 01-03:00pm, Z-Center -MAC Courts
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
This is a coed class for players of all skill levels. Individual techniques covered will include stickhandling, passing, shooting, tackling, offensive and defensive tactics and the testing of game strategies through scrimmage situations.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Figure Skating
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 01-03:00pm, Johnson Ice Rink
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
This class builds on the skills taught in the general skating class. It is assumed that you will already know how to skate backwards and forwards. This class will improve your style of skating, and you will learn a variety of figure skating moves,including forward and backward edges, mohawk and three turns,spirals, lunges, spins, and a variety of jumps (bunny hops, waltz jumps, toe-loops, mazurkas, salchows, etc.). You must have figure skates (hockey skates are unsuitable for this class). Rentals are available at the rink.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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How To Start a Training/Fitness Program and Stay On It?
Harn Wei Kua
Tue Jan 31, 02-03:30pm, W35-199 (Z-center)
No limit but advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 30-Jan-2006
Single session event
Prereq: None
Is your new year resolution to start exercising more regularly? Have you tried doing this many, many times before, but just couldn't stay on the plan? How can one stay motivated? How do you choose a coach to work with?
In this presentation, I hope to share with you my personal experience as an athlete and a coach on the aforementioned questions. The basic structure and concept of training will be explained. Injury prevention will also be discussed. In short, the 'what', 'why', 'how', 'when' and 'where' of a fitness program will be discussed to give you a good idea of how to maximize your health and fitness.
Contact: Harn Wei Kua, 3-412, 253-7628, harnwei@mit.edu
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IAP Skiing & Snowboarding!
Nashoba Valley Instructors
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 05-11:00pm, Nashoba Ski Area
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
All levels are accommodated in this course. If lotteried into course, report to (W35) Z-Center Lobby by Main Desk on December 14 at 5pm for payment and sizing. Package includes transportation, lesson, and lift ticket. Equipment rentals are available. Checks preferred, cash accepted, NO CREDIT CARDS.
\*Details – Lift ticket and rental for Snowboarding or Skiing is now $275. Lift ticket only (no rental) is $175. If awarded this class
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Juggling
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 10am-12:00pm, MAC Courts
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
In this class, students will learn the basics of both toss juggling and diabolo (Chinese yo-yo). We will cover techniques including three, four and more balls, passing, tricks that impress audiences and tricks that impress jugglers. The class is geared toward beginners, but students with previous experience are welcome to come and learn more advanced techniques.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Kickboxing 1
HFC Staff
Mon Jan 9, 05-06:00am, T-Club Lounge
Mon, Wed, Jan 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 05-06:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Basic techniques and fundamentals of kicking and punching; half cardiovascular exercises and half interval training; focuses on dynamic movement, isolated limbic movement, muscle strengthening, overall conditioning, agility and reaction; stretching; sit-ups/push-ups; high intensity fast paced workout; no previous experience necessary; for both men and women.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Learn Massage
Bouw HFC
Sun Jan 15, 22, 29, 5, 04-06:00pm, Zesiger Media Room
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 15-Jan-2006
Limited to 10 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 50.00 for Instruction & Equipment
Learn single and partner massage techniques to aid in tension relief, injury prevention, and relaxation. Informational handouts are provided for take-home practice.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/fitness/group_ex.html
Contact: fitness, 57, x3-2002, fitness@mit.edu
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Middle Eastern Dance
Loni Butera
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 01-03:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
This tradition is vivacious, supple, graceful, and sublime. Classes consist of warm-ups, exercises focusing on isolation and coordination, followed by dance combinations/choreography. Wear leotard, tights, or loose-fitting clothes to class.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Modern Choreography and Technique
Rebecca Rice
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 10am-12:00pm, duPont T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
An intermediate class for students with two to three years of previous dance training. The class content is drawn from traditional and experimental styles, including exploration of early, contemporary, and modern dance approaches. The class begins with a conventional dance warm-up focusing on improving balance, strength, coordination, and flexibility. The latter part of the class is devoted to slow, fast, and jumped combinations across the floor, with some work on rhythmic training and improvisation. Info on instructor @
http://www.rebeccaricedance.com
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Rebecca Rice, rrice@mit.edu
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Pilates
Zesiger Center Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 05-06:00pm, duPont T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
This amazing workout focuses on the body's core creating strong, lean and flexible muscles. Pilates builds our body's core come try this unique workout that offers benefits not found in traditional strength and stretching programs.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Jill Altomari, altomari@mit.edu
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Pistol - Beginning
MIT Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 01-03:00pm, duPont Pistol Range
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Fee: 10.00 for range fee
Shooting instruction in the indoor range using 22 caliber pistols with an emphasis on firearm safety. A $10.00 range fee is payable at the first class (check payable to MITPE).
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Pistol - Intermediate
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 01-03:00pm, duPont Pistol Range
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must have taken Beg. Pistol & reg. thru PE Lottery
Fee: 10.00 for range fee
Shooting instruction in the indoor range using 22 caliber pistols with an emphasis on firearm safety. A $10.00 range fee is payable at the first class (check payable to MITPE).
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Pre-Masters: An Introduction to Swim Workouts
Jill Grosso HFC
Mon-Thu, Jan 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 07:15-08:15pm, Zesiger Pool
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 17-Jan-2006
Limited to 12 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Students should know the front crawl, backstroke, and breast
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
This program is designed for the adult swimmer who wants to gain swimming endurance. This program will help prepare swimmers for either a Masters Swim Program or for the use of lap swimming as a form of aerobic exercise.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aqualesson, W35-164, x4-2100, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Ropes Adventure
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 03-05:00pm, duPont Gymnatic Rm
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Ropes is an experiential leadership, confidence and team building
program which includes group games, trust activities, problem-solving
initiatives, and concludes with participation on the indoor high ropes
course.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Running 101:5K training
Bouw HFC
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 06-07:00pm, Zesiger Center Lobby
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2006
Limited to 20 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 50.00 for Instruction & Supplies
A review of running safety, appropriate clothing, and training methods for beginners. A training plan is developed for each participant for outside of class time. End goal is to compete in a 5K road race. If minimum registration is not met this class may be combined with Running 102.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/fitness/group_ex.html
Contact: fitness, 57-127, x3-2002, fitness@mit.edu
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Running 102: Half Marathon Training
Bouw HFC
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 06-07:00pm, Zesiger Center Lobby
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2006
Limited to 20 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 50.00 for Instruction & Supplies
This class helps participants develop training goals including a plan for outside of class time. Participants should be comfortable running 2-3 miles 3-4 times per week. End goal is to compete in a half-marathon. Runs may extend beyond 7pm end time.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/fitness/group_ex.html
Contact: fitness, 37-127, x3-2002, fitness@mit.edu
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Skating
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 10-11:00am, Johnson Ice Rink
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
The basic fundamentals are taught which include forward and backward skating and stopping, skating in circles both forward and backward. Students are generally divided according to ability utilizing multiple instructors. Students can rent skates for this class at the rink.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Skating (Section 2)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 11am-12:00pm, Johnson Ice Rink
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
The basic fundamentals are taught which include forward and backward skating and stopping, skating in circles both forward and backward. Students are generally divided according to ability utilizing multiple instructors. Students can rent skates for this class at the rink.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Squash (Beginner)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 11am-12:00pm, Z - Squash Courts
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Introduction of the basic skills for beginners who wish to learn this fast-moving indoor racquet sport. All necessary equipment is provided.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Squash (Beginner, Section 2)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Introduction of the basic skills for beginners who wish to learn this fast-moving indoor racquet sport. All necessary equipment is provided.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Squash (Section 3)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 02-03:00pm, Z Squash Courts
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Introduction of the basic skills for beginners who wish to learn this fast moving indoor racquet sport. All necessary equipment is provided.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Stroke Technique
Jill Grosso HFC
Mon-Fri, Jan 17-20, 23-26, 30-2, 05-06:00pm, Zesiger Pool
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 17-Jan-2006
Limited to 8 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Students should know the front crawl, backstroke, and breast
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
This program is designed for the intermediate adult swimmer who wants to learn the fundamentals of lap swimming and improve their stroke technique.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aqualesson, W35-164, x4-2100, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Swimming - Intermediate
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, Z-Center Pool
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must reg. thru PE lottery
Conducted in the deep pool for those who wish to gain proficiency in the various strokes.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, W35-297X, hirame@mit.edu
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Table Tennis
MIT Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 07:30-09:00pm, duPont T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Instruction of the basic fundamentals will get the beginner into the game and those with "Ping-Pong" experience to the next level.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Taekwondo
MIT Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 07:30-09:00pm, duPont Squash # 6
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
We welcome you to try the Korean martial art of Tae Kwon Do. You'll learn to execute powerful hand strikes, blocks, and kicks. Practicing brings many benefits -- self-discipline, physical conditioning, reduced stress, self-knowledge, and respect. P.E. classes are challenging -- each student is encouraged to push him- or herself to their limit, and then strive to move beyond. Classes will focus on callisthenic warm-ups, stretching, basic kicks and hand techniques, and learning the first Tae Kwon Do form (pattern of movements). The final classes will give students the opportunity for safe, controlled sparring with members of The MIT Tae Kwon Do Club.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Tap Dance
Susan Alt
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 10am-12:00pm, duPont T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Learn the fundamental moves of this classic American dance form. Develop strength and agility and get a good workout as well. Start with the basic elements and add new combinations every week as you dance to the best of swing, blues, soul, Zydeco and Dixieland. Keep the beat with your feet and have a great time. Please wear comfortable clothing and tap shoes. For beginners and those who have had previous elementary classes.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Tennis (Advanced)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 02-03:00pm, Johnson Center
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
For those with above average or high intermediate skills derived from several years of play. You must be competitive with other intermediate players. Having taken beginner class does not necessarily qualify you for this class.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Tennis - Beg.
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, Johnson Center 2 flr
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
An introductory course for those with limited or no playing experience. Instruction will include the basic strokes, serve, volley, rules and scoring. Students must bring their own racquets.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Tri-Swim Training
Jill Grosso HFC
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 06:15-07:30am, Zesiger Pool
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2006
Limited to 10 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Be able to swim 2000 yards continuously, 100 yards on 1:45.
Fee: 60.00 for instruction and equipment
The emphasis of this program is training for long distance swimming (1/2 plus), triathlon-specific techniques, freestyle and participant-specific goals.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aquatics, W35, 164, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Triathlon Training
Jill Grosso HFC
Tue-Thu, Jan 10-12, 17-19, 24-26, 31-2, 07:15-08:15pm, Zesiger Center
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 10-Jan-2006
Limited to 9 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
Interested in doing triathlons but don't know how to train? Are you an experienced triathlete looking to take your racing to the next level? Triathlon training is designed to teach people of all abilities competitive swimming, biking, and running. Participants will also learn specific triathlon skills including: pack swimming/drafting, swim starts, buoy turns, transitions, running after the bike, racing/training nutrition.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/aquatics/cl_specialty.html
Contact: aqualesson, W35-164, x4-2100, aqualesson@mit.edu
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Volleyball (Intermediate)
Hiram Ettienne
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 11am-12:00pm, Rockwell Cage
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
This course is for students that have had previous playing experience. Basic fundamentals will be reviewed prior to the introduction of basic offensive and defensive strategies.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Volleyball - Beginner
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 10-11:00am, Rockwell Cage
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
An introductory course for those with limited or no playing experience. Instruction will include techniques for serving, passing, setting, spiking. There will be team play during the second half of the course.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Weight Loss Series: Getting Started
Bouw HFC
Mon, Wed, Fri, Jan 9, 11, 13, 18, 20, 23, 25, 27, 30, 1, 3, 06-07:00pm, Zesiger Media Room
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Signup by: 09-Jan-2006
Limited to 10 participants.
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Fee: 75.00 for Instruction & Equipment
Improve self-esteem, confidence, and overall health and wellness by learning to adopt healthy habits. Instructors lead workouts and guest speakers from MIT Medical present detailed nutritional tips and information. Weigh-in's and measurements are taken at the start and end of each session.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/zcenter/fitness/group_ex.html
Contact: fitness, 37-127, x3-2002, fitness@mit.edu
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Weight Training
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-12, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 10-11:00am, TBA
Enrollment limited: advance sign up required (see contact below)
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must receive class thru PE Lottery.
Teaches students proper techniques of lifting and spotting. Provides information for putting together individual workout programs. Weightlifting can be a lifetime activity and an integral part of overall fitness. Proper gym etiquette is taught and expected.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Weight Training (Section 2)
MIT Staff
Mon-Thu, Jan 9-11, 17-19, 23-26, 30-2, 01-02:00pm, duPont Weight Rm
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must register thru PE Lottery
Teaches students proper techniques of lifting and spotting. Provides information for putting together individual workout programs. Course is taught as a lifetime activity as an integral part of overall fitness. Proper gym etiquette is taught and expected.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Hiram Ettienne, hirame@mit.edu
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Yoga 1
HFC Staff
Mon, Wed, Jan 9, 11, 18, 23, 25, 30, 1, 06-07:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Prereq: Must get class thru PE Lottery.
An introduction to revitalizing postures with a strong focus on alignment. These postures aid in greater flexibility and balance.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Jill Altomari, altomari@mit.edu
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Yoga 2
HFC Staff
Tue, Thu, Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31, 2, 12-01:00pm, T-Club Lounge
Participants requested to attend all sessions (non-series)
Gain increased flexibility and strength while learning stress-reducing techniques. This class builds from specific postures, breathing techniques, and relaxation taught in Yoga 1 to develop greater muscular strength, suppleness, and flexibility.
Web: http://web.mit.edu/athletics/www/physed/index.html
Contact: Jill Altomari, altomari@mit.edu
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