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Department of Exercise & Sport Studies
Division of Social Sciences
Recreation Center 2102

Telephone: (805) 893-2181
E-mail: jon.spaventa@parec.ucsb.edu

Website: www.recreation.ucsb.edu

Director: Jon A. Spaventa

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Faculty

Peter T. Aguilar, M.A., San Diego State University, Lecturer (Applied Kinesiology, Human Physiology, Anatomy of Muscular System)

Mircea Badulescu, M.A., Institute of Physical Education and Sport, Bucharest, Romania , Lecturer (intercollegiate gymnastics)

Robert Brontsema, M.A., Azusa Pacific University, Azusa, Lecturer (baseball, softball, weight training)

Susan Ceriale, M.A., California State University, San Diego, Lecturer (first aid/CPR, exercise physiology, wellness/fitness administration)

Judith E. Dale, M.A., UC Santa Barbara, Lecturer (recreation administration, officiating, sports sociology)

Alfred J. Ferrer, M.A., California State University, Chico, Lecturer (athletic administration, baseball, sport management, athletic coaching minor)

Art R. Gilbert, M.A., UC Santa Barbara, Lecturer (nutrition, exercise physiology, wellness and fitness administration, exercise and health science minor)

Kathleen M. Gregory, B.A., California State University, Los Angeles, Lecturer (badminton, volleyball)

Bobbi L. Houghton, M.S., UC Los Angeles, Lecturer (first aid/CPR, lifeguarding, Water Safety Instructor)

Amy E. Jamieson, M.S. , California University of Pennsylvania, Lecturer (methods and principles of fitness/muscular fitness instruction, fitness instruction minor)

Peter A. Kirkwood, B.A., California State University, Bakersfield, Lecturer (tennis, weight training)

Paul K. Lee, B.A., California State University, Fresno, Lecturer (recreational sports administration)

Debra Miles-Dutton, B.A., UC Santa Barbara, Lecturer (aqua aerobics, aquatics administration)

Richard C. Powell, M.S., California State University, San Diego, Lecturer (first aid/CPR, substance abuse, tennis, triathlon)

James A. Romeo, M.Ed., Springfield College, Lecturer (applied kinesiology, medical aspects, sport management minor)

Jon A. Spaventa, M.Ed., Springfield College, Lecturer (administration, movement education, sport psychology)

Gregg Wilson, M.A., UC Berkeley, Lecturer (aquatics, swimming)

Emeriti Faculty

Arthur J. Aldritt, M.A., UC Berkeley, Supervisor Emeritus

Newell D. Breyfogle, M.A., University of Iowa, Supervisor Emeritus

Mayville S. Kelliher, Ed.D., University of Oregon, Supervisor Emeritus

Department Overview

The Department of Exercise & Sport Studies offers a program of basic instruction consisting of 1/2 unit courses and an Exercise & Sport Studies minor with emphases in athletic coaching, fitness instruction, exercise and health science, and sport management.

Basic instruction (“1-” Exercise & Sport Studies courses) is offered at the elementary, intermediate and advanced levels. Courses range in scope from a fitness related emphasis–aerobics, jogging, swimming and weight training–to individual and team sports such as basketball, golf, tennis and volleyball. Courses in the “1-” series with the “Intercollegiate” designation in the title may be repeated up to 12 times for a total of 6 units. No more than 6 units of “1-” courses may be counted toward degree requirements.

A physical examination performed by a private physician is recommended for any student intending to enroll in Exercise & Sport Studies courses.

Fines are imposed by the department for failure to return equipment or clothing on or before the date posted for such return at the end of each quarter, and for failure to close out lockers at the end of each quarter.

The minor in Exercise & Sport Studies features four individual program tracks each consisting of a varying amount of upper-division coursework. The program prepares students for advanced studies in related disciplines as well as career opportunities in the expanding fields of athletic coaching, exercise and health science, fitness instruction and sport management.

Students interested in a Exercise & Sport Studies minor should consult the appropriate advisor by contacting the Exercise & Sport Studies Department Office.

Undergraduate Program

Minor—Exercise & Sport Studies—Athletic Coaching

The athletic coaching minor is designed for students who wish to coach at the elementary, secondary, collegiate, or club level. The curriculum includes the scientific, social, and technical aspects of the profession. The minor offers students a diversity of coaching opportunities and options.

All courses to be applied to the minor must be completed on a letter-grade basis. This includes both courses offered in Exercise & Sport Studies and those offered by other departments and applied to the minor.

Preparation for the minor. ESS 47 and ESS 40.

Upper-division minor. Twenty-six units, distributed as follows: Advanced Exercise & Sport Studies 101, 130, 131, 149, 150, 180; one course from the Advanced ESS 170 series (3 units).

Note: Substitutions and waivers are subject to approval by the chair of the department. Please see page 118 for special conditions governing minors in the College of Letters and Science.

Minor—Exercise & Sport Studies—Fitness Instruction

The fitness instruction minor is for students who wish to become personal trainers or group fitness instructors. This comprehensive program includes theoretical, training, and practical components. Students elect to pursue either a personal training emphasis, a group instruction emphasis, or both. Students completing the minor will be prepared to lead exercise in a range of health and fitness settings working with individual clients or a group.

All courses to be applied to the minor must be completed on a letter-grade basis. Students must complete all core classes and courses in the chosen emphasis. This stipulation includes courses for the minor offered in both Exercise & Sport Studies and other departments. Upper-division units total 21 for the group emphasis and 23 for the personal training emphasis.

Preparation for the minor. Group Instruction. Advanced ESS 3, ES 1-10, ES 1-43, ESS 40, ESS 47.

Upper-division minor. Twenty-one units, distributed among the following: Advanced ESS 101, 149, 150, 175A, 176, 181.

Preparation for the minor. Personal Training. Advanced ESS 3, ES 1-43, ESS 40 , ESS 47.

Upper-division minor. Twenty-three units, distributed among the following: Advanced Exercise & Sport Studies 101, 101L, 131, 149, 150, 176, 184.

Note: Substitutions and waivers are subject to approval by the chair of the department. Please see page 118 for special conditions governing minors in the College of Letters and Science.

Current CPR certification required upon completion.

Minor—Exercise & Sport Studies—Exercise & Health Science

The exercise and health science minor explores the physiological changes produced by exercise and the ways in which they contribute to health and the reduction of disease and stress. This minor is for individuals interested in corporate wellness, health promotion, and fitness.

All courses to be applied to the minor must be completed on a letter-grade basis.

Preparation for the minor. Advanced ESS 3 and 4A, ESS 40, ESS 47.

Upper-division minor. Twenty-units, distributed as follows: Advanced Exercise & Sport Studies 100, 101, 101L, 149, 150, 182.

Note: Substitutions and waivers are subject to approval by the chair of the department. Please see page 118 for special conditions governing minors in the College of Letters and Science.

Current CPR certification required upon completion.

Minor—Exercise & Sport Studies—Sport Management

The sport management minor provides students with the administrative and managerial theory and skills preparing them for either graduate study or entry into the workplace. Coursework includes but is not limited to the study of current issues and future trends in the field.

All courses to be applied to the minor must be completed on a letter-grade basis.

Preparation for the minor. Communication 1, or Sociology 1, or Psychology 1 and Economics 3A, and one course from the following: Communication 87, PSTAT 5A, or Psychology 5.

Upper-division minor. Twenty units, distributed as follows: Advanced ESS 100*, 130, 131*, 132*, 140, 160. (Recommended: Advanced Exercise & Sport Studies 183.) * Must choose two of the three marked by asterisk.

Note: Substitutions and waivers are subject to approval by the chair of the department. Please see page 118 for special conditions governing minors in the College of Letters and Science.