Pilates (SUUK_128)
About Study Course
Objective
To acquaint students with the Pilates method, to promote the formation of practical skills and abilities in the execution of the elements.
Prerequisites
Anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, gymnastics and terminology.
Learning outcomes
• Define the concept of Pilates exercise method;
• Know the Pilates history and benefits;
• Explain the Pilates exercise technique and the role of the "Power House";
• Define the basic principles of the Pilates method.
• Be able to execute Pilates basic exercises properly;
• Use Pilates exercises for health promotion;
• Variate and apply Pilates exercises for different purposes;
• Choose and implement Pilates exercises for themselves by applying Pilates principles.
Using the acquired knowledge and skills, students will be able to evaluate the proper Pilates exercise technique and the need to use it to improve health and physical fitness, as well as correctly execute Pilates basic movements and their modifications using Pilates basic principles of motion. The student should know and understand the theory, tasks and objectives of the Pilates exercise system.
Study course planning
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dentistry, ZF | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Dentistry, SSNSFz | 2 | Master’s | Limited choice | Inese Kanneniece | |
| Dentistry, SSNSF | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice | Inese Kanneniece |
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Health, SVF | 2 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Public Health, SVF | 4 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Nutrition, RFUN | 6 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Nutrition, RFU | 6 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Nutrition, RFU | 2 | Bachelor’s | Limited choice | Kristiana Jansone | |
| Dentistry, SSNSFz | 3 | Master’s | Limited choice | Inese Kanneniece |
