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Physical Education & Health

“Take care of your body with steadfast fidelity. The soul must see through these eyes alone, and if they are dim, the whole world is clouded.”
~Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
We are pleased to offer several courses in Physical Education to promote fitness and healthy lifestyles for all of our students. The impressive Najera-Schmidt Memorial Weight Room and our two gymnasium facilities offer students the best physical fitness opportunities here in Santa Barbara. The Physical Education graduation requirement can also be met by participation on an athletic team.
In the Physical Education course, students participate in a variety of sports and physical activities, coupled with learning about the science of the human body, and physical, mental, and emotional health. For students who want to pursue fitness further, we offer weight training courses that follow the Peak Performance Project training schedule. Students participating in our weight training program work towards personal fitness and weight lifting goals, as well as training for their specific sport or recreational activity. 

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  • Physical Education/Health

    Two Semesters: Grade 9
    This course is intended to promote an appreciation for physical fitness and healthy lifestyles. Using a non-competitive environment for introduction to a variety of athletic and physical endeavors, students will learn and practice the components of physical fitness as well as skills associated with a number of sports. In the study of Health, students will have the opportunity to learn about physical, mental and emotional health, healthy relationships, self-esteem, stress management, nutrition, drugs and diseases.  
  • Conditioning/Weight Training (Beginning and Advanced)

    One Semester: Grades 9-12
    This course, open to both girls and boys, will involve weight training and cardiovascular development intended to enhance the students' ability to participate in competitive sports and/or recreational activities.  Depending upon individual goals, students will regularly engage in training and/or power lifting techniques. 
We encourage our students to participate in our athletics program, no matter their skill level. Check out our wide selection of sports team offerings here: