Instructor: Phil Kaplan
Message Phone: 477-5201 Ext. 1529 (PE Office) Click for email
Office Hours: One-half hour before class and after class or by arrangement
Class Schedule: TTH 1-3 PM (Last 10 minutes is considered “Passing Time”)
Objectives:
The purpose of Beach Volleyball is to introduce, review and improve upon the
basic skills of passing, setting, spiking, serving, and team play. More advanced
techniques and tactics will be introduced including communication patterns,
attack variations, blocking and digging skills, serving options, and mental
aspects of competition. Students will also have an opportunity to participate
in various offensive and defensive situations.
Format:
Each class will typically include warm-up, stretching, movement patterns,
conditioning, individual skill development, patterns of team play, game-like
situations, and a cool down. Weekly tournaments will be held. This class is
designed to be fun and very active. It will also contribute significantly
to physical fitness, skill proficiency, competitive experience and an appreciation
of "power" beach volleyball.
Requirements:
Students are expected to attend class on a regular basis and come with a positive
attitude toward learning and participation. Layered clothing, a hat, socks
(a must for hot weather!), sunscreen, water and energy snacks are strongly
recommended. Parking at Main Beach is by meters unless you park 5 minutes
away on Center or Washington Streets and walk to the courts. In the event
of rain or other adverse conditions, the instructor will have a message on
his office phone machine (477-5201 x1529) by 12:00 PM concerning the status
of class that day.
Grading:
All students will receive a letter grade unless special arrangements are approved
by the instructor for a “Credit/No Credit” grade. Attendance and
arriving on time for class will be considered an important part of a student’s
grade. See handout provided for more information on grades. It is the student’s
responsibility for adding and dropping a course with the necessary paperwork
being submitted to the Admissions Office; failure to do so may result in an
“F” or “No Credit” grade. A “W” (Withdraw)
grade cannot be given after 75% of the semester is completed. Students are
permitted only four semesters of volleyball (any combination of skill levels)
for credit while at Cabrillo. If you have taken four volleyball classes, see
me about alternatives.
Instructional Books and Videotapes:
The Cabrillo Library has available a number of books and videotapes concerning
volleyball technique, strategy, team play, and conditioning. See my web site
for extensive volleyball resources, class pictures and all course information.
Special Circumstances:
Students with disabilities, including "invisible" disabilities such
as chronic diseases, learning, and psychological disabilities, are encouraged
to make an appointment with the instructor to discuss their needs and appropriate
accommodations. Should a problem arise during the semester, feel free to call
or email the instructor. If a problem or injury develops during class time,
let the instructor know immediately so we can deal with it before it becomes
too serious.
Read all information on this sheet to avoid misunderstandings!
