Description:

A brief history of rules and terminology of racquetball will be followed by instruction and actual practice and application of the fundamentals. 2 hrs./wk. This course will meet the general education requirement for Health and/or Physical Education.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $45 to $200.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Review and discuss the essential equipment
2. Discuss the basic rules of the game.
3. Explain the etiquette and safety issues of the game.
4. Discuss and demonstrate the basic strokes
5. Demonstrate the basic serves
6. Demonstrate the basic shots
7. Discuss and demonstrate the use of the back wall.
8. Discuss and develop strategy.
9. Explain the basics of doubles play.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Racquetball Equipment
   A. Discuss and explain the proper selection of the following:
racquetball racquet, strings for the racquet, grips, shoes, eye guards,
balls.

II. Basic rules of the game
   A. Describe the basic rules of racquetball.
   B. Explain the court markings and dimensions.
   C. Compare the alternate types of racquetball games.

III. Etiquette and Safety
   A. Describe the proper safety procedures for a safe game situation.
   B. Describe the proper etiquette for the game of racquetball.

IV. Basic Strokes
   A. Demonstrate the proper grip for the backhand and forehand stroke.
   B. Describe and demonstrate the backhand and forehand stroke
mechanics.
	
V. Serves
   A. Demonstrate the basic types of serves
   B. Describe the proper strategies for using each serve
	
VI. Basic Shots
   A. Demonstrate the basic offensive and defensive shots.
   B. Describe when and how to properly execute the basic shots.
	
VII. Use of the back wall
   A. Demonstrate the proper footwork techniques needed to execute the
back-wall shot.
   B. Explain and demonstrate the proper racquet preparation.
	
VIII. Strategies
   A. Determine the components of a match strategy.
   B. Demonstrate a change in strategy during a competition match.
	
IX. Doubles
   A. Describe the different methods of playing doubles.
   B. Discuss the characteristics of a good playing partner.

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

In-class physical demonstration of competencies   40-60% of grade
Written Exams                                     20-30% of grade
Skill Development Tests                           20-30% of grade
Projects                                           0-10% of grade
   Total                                            100%

Caveats:

1. The course will be offered off of the JCCC campus. Each student will be responsible for providing transportation to and from class.
2. Strenuous and/or potentially dangerous exercise.

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.