Exercise and Sport Science

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The Health and Human Performance department offers an Exercise and Sport Science emphasis, Associate of Science degree for students planning to transfer to Oregon State University (OSU) to earn a baccalaureate degree in Kinesiology. For students planning on transferring to Western Oregon University, an allied-health program, or another four-year institution, an AAOT with an emphasis in Exercise and Sport Science is often a better option.

The Exercise and Sport Science degrees at LBCC are designed for students to examine the anatomy, physiology, mechanics, and psychology of exercise and sport, as well as the fundamentals of health and fitness. The foundational courses offered prepare students for further studies in kinesiology, athletic training, and allied health fields. Due to the multiple career paths this program offers, it is in the best interest of the student to see a Health and Human Performance advisor immediately and dual enroll at OSU as soon as possible. Faculty highly recommend that all students enroll early in PE 131 Introduction to Health and Physical Education, as this course provides information about career options in health and fitness-related fields and gives guidance on how best to prepare for these careers.

Physical activity is provided through three distinct learning and participation opportunities: lifetime recreational skills; developmental courses that stress conditioning of the body and maintenance of a specific level of physical conditioning; and team sports courses that provide a high level of conditioning and competition. Coursework is provided with a variety of physical education activity classes such as basketball, volleyball, martial arts, golf, weight training, pickleball, and yoga.

Facilities

The department has indoor and outdoor facilities to support exercise, physical education activities, and athletics. The Activity Center contains a fully equipped, double-court gymnasium, as well as a weight training room, a dance and aerobics room, and complete shower facilities. Outdoor facilities include a baseball diamond, tennis/pickleball courts, three sand volleyball courts, a walking track, and a wellness trail.