Course Content and Outcomes Guides (CCOG)

CCOG for PE 162M Winter 2025


Course Number:
PE 162M
Course Title:
Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) I
Credit Hours:
1
Lecture Hours:
0
Lecture/Lab Hours:
0
Lab Hours:
30

Course Description

Introduces high-intensity mixed martial arts (MMA) group exercise focusing on challenging the body in a dynamic and energetic fashion. Includes a variety of activities and exercises in challenging conditions unique to MMA. Utilizes resistance, balance, and compounded motions to improve overall fitness to help optimize athletic performance while minimizing potential injury when performing mixed martial arts activities. Audit available.

Addendum to Course Description

Each student supplies his/her own clothing. Clothing should be loose and comfortable fitting for exercise. Shoes are mandatory and should be designed for aerobic/cardiorespiratory exercise. General class format includes a warm-up, various conditioning segments (cardiorespiratory, muscular endurance and strength, & flexibility), and skills training.

Intended Outcomes for the course

Upon successful completion of the course students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate mixed martial arts activities to improve physical conditioning. 

2. 欧洲杯决赛竞猜app_欧洲杯足球网-投注|官网 a lifelong fitness, health, and wellness program that incorporates MMA.

3. Demonstrate application of MMA moves, strategies, and techniques in MMA activities.

Aspirational Goals

  • Experience the relationship of the mind, body and spirit.

Outcome Assessment Strategies

Attendance
Active participation and effort
Skill assessment
Practical Exams/quizzes

Course Content (Themes, Concepts, Issues and Skills)

Warm-ups and cool-downs
Conditioning, stretching, and endurance exercises
Body mechanics and alignment development
Application of conditioning benefits
Discuss of the various forms of martial arts; Tae Kwon Do, Judo, Karate, Aikido, Boxing, Brazilian Jujitsu, etc.
Principles of cardiorespiratory, muscle, interval, and flexibility training
Safety concerns