Welcome to the Wellness Fitness Center, where your journey to optimal health and fitness begins. Whether you’re looking to build strength, improve cardiovascular health, or enhance flexibility, our staff are here to guide and inspire you every step of the way. To use the Fitness center, enroll in the KINE 128 course. This unique open lab offers students the flexibility to work out when it fits their schedule! Gain access to the gym by enrolling in KINE 128!
Courses Offered
KINE 128A: Wellness Modalities- Cardio
Cardiorespiratory conditioning through aerobic fitness programs. Activities include treadmill, stair-master, stationary biking, rowing, and elliptical machines. Individualized tests determine the cardio-respiratory conditioning program and the level of performance expected to improve overall health and fitness.
KINE 128B: Wellness Modalities-Muscular
Physical conditioning through individualized resistance training programs. Focus is on muscular strength, muscular endurance and core training. Activities may include, but are not limited to body weight exercises, calisthenics, weight machines, resistance bands, kettle balls, etc.
KINE 128C: Wellness Modalities- Functional
Functional fitness training designed to apply directly to students individual fitness goals. Activities include but are not limited to exercises aimed to assist in performing activities of daily living, sport-specific training, rehabilitative programs, etc. based on the individuals physical abilities and/or physical limitations.
KINE 128D: Wellness Modalities- Periodization
Physical conditioning through the components of physical fitness; cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance and flexibility. Initial fitness measurements determine the conditioning program, level of performance, and planned variations in individualized programs to improve overall fitness.
KINE 128 FAQs
- How much is it to join?
- Since it is a 1 unit class, it is the same cost as any other 1 unit. If you qualify for Palomar Promise of Financial Aid – it’s FREE!
- What is the Student Activity Card and where can I obtain one?
- It is your Palomar Student Identification Card, same as your Student Activity Card and can be obtained at SU-19 for a $15 fee.
- If I don’t have my Palomar student I.D. card, can I still attend and work out in the WFC?
- No, your Palomar student I.D. card is mandatory. This is how your attendance is tracked and recorded.
- Once I am registered, can I show up and start working out?
- No. You must first complete a mandatory orientation which will explain the policies and requirements of the class.
- When and where are orientation held and do I need to make an appointment?
- Orientations are conducted in the Wellness Center during the first two weeks of the semester at the top of each hour. No appointment necessary.
- What do I need for orientation?
- You first need be registered in one of the Kinesiology 128 sections. You must have your student I.D. card with you which will verify your enrollment. If you are not registered and/or do not have your student activity card at time of orientation, you will not be able to complete your orientation.
- What are the hours of the class?
- It is an open entry, self- paced lab. Refer to class schedule for Kinesiology 128 student hours.