Martial Arts Courses

PE 167+. Beginning Judo. 1 Credit.
An introduction to Judo including the techniques of throws, holdings, lockings, and pinnings. Philosophy and cultural aspects of Sport Judo are also covered.
PE 168+. Intermediate Judo. 1 Credit.
An intermediate course in Sport Judo covering intermediate skills and strategies.

PE 180+. Beginning Aikido. 1 Credit.
Course is designed to introduce the fundamental dynamics of Aikido principle. It contains the fundamental skills in body dynamics, body movements, safety landing, defensive pattern drills, and overall understanding of Aikido as a classical art form. Course provide comprehensive information on the philosophical and aesthetic aspects of Aikido.
PE 184+. Intermediate Aikido. 1 Credit.
Course is designed to introduce the intermediate level of Aikido dynamics. It contains the basics of fundamental skills in body dynamics, body movements, safety landing, intermediate level of defensive pattern drills, and overall understanding of Aikido as a classical art form. Prerequisites: PE 180+.
PE 185+. Advanced Aikido. 1 Credit.
Course is designed to introduce the advanced level of Aikido dynamics. It contains training in advanced skills in body dynamics, body movements, defensive pattern drills, and overall understanding of Aikido theory and application as a classical art form. Prerequisites: PE 184+.
PE 195+. Theory of Advanced Aikido. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to provide the theoretical framework of Aikido that embodies the mental and physical dynamics of the martial arts discipline of Aikido. Prerequisites: PE 180+, PE 184+, PE 185+ or equivalent proficiency level.

PE 186+. Beginning Karate. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to give the traditional Karate training ('Art of Empty Hand') to the beginning student. It emphasizes the traditional mode of training with mental and physical discipline. Formal Kata, defensive skills, punches, kicks, and blocking techniques are introduced.
PE 187+. Intermediate Karate. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to give the student further instruction and practice in traditional Karate. Prerequisites: PE 186+.
PE 190+. Advanced Karate. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to introduce further instruction and practice in traditional martial art aspects of Karate-doh. Philosophical understanding and high level of skill proficiency are emphasized. Prerequisites: PE 187+.
PE 197+. Theory of Advanced Karatedo. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to provide the theoretical framework of Karatedo that embodies the higher principle of physical and mental dynamics and aims to achieve the advanced skills in Karatedo. Prerequisites: PE 186+, PE 187+, PE 190+ and/or equivalent proficiency level.

PE 188+. Beginning Self-Defense. 1 Credit.
The student is introduced to the various practical skills and methods of self-defense. Judo, Aikido, Jujutsu, and Karate are combined to explore the most effective means to defend oneself.
PE 189+. Intermediate Self-Defense. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to give the student further instruction and practice in the various practical skills and methods of self-defense. Prerequisites: PE 188+.
PE 198+. Intermediate Self-Defense. 1 Credit.
This course is designed to provide the intermediate level of self-defense skills beyond the basic skill. The course stresses both the application of basic techniques and proper physical and mental discipline. Prerequisites: PE 188+ or equivalent skills.