Pilates for a Healthy Body

Student Learning Outcomes, Goals, Objectives:

Students successfully completing this course will be able to:

MAC Health & Wellness Student Learning Outcomes

• Identify factors that contribute to physical, mental, and/or social health.
• Demonstrate the connections among aspects of wellness and overall health.
• Critically evaluate information and media sources in a variety of formats.
• Incorporate and cite sources accurately and correctly.

Course-Specific Student Learning Outcomes

• Demonstrate foundational Pilates principles including alignment, breathing, neutral spine, and core stability.
• Apply Pilates exercises to improve strength, flexibility, posture, and range of motion.
• Reflect on the relationship between movement practice and personal wellbeing.

Course Grading Information:

Activity/Performance Measure	Percentage/Points
Participation and Professionalism	20%
Self-Assessments and Reflections	25%
Reading Assignments and Presentations	20%
Midterm Assessment	20%
Final Assessment	15%

Grading Scale

Percentage	Letter Grade
93–100	A
90–92	A-
87–89	B+
83–86	B
80–82	B-
77–79	C+
73–76	C
70–72	C-
67–69	D+
63–66	D
60–62	D-
Below 60	F

Attendance/Participation:

Regular attendance and active participation are expected. The School of Dance requires students to meet the minimum participation requirements established by the program. Attendance and participation contribute to the final course grade.

Course Materials Purchased by the Students:

Pilates sticky socks