Basic Instruction Program (BIP)
Regular participation in 30 minutes of daily physical activity has been shown to be a powerful tool for enhancing personal health and well being. However, many Americans are unsure as to:
- What counts as physical activity?
- How to integrate physical activity into hectic lifestyles?
- How to acquire skills to play sports?
- How to plan personal fitness activities?
The BIP program can help you with all of this and more!
BIP Teaching Assistantship Form
Fall 2007 Class Schedule
Course Descriptions
Contact Information:
Linda Funderburk, BIP Director
linda.funderburk@health.utah.edu
ESS Office: (801) 581-7558
Overview:
The Basic Instruction Program (BIP) consists of physical activity classes that promote physically active lifestyles by:
- teaching you sport skills,
- introducing you to fun fitness activities,
- helping you establish physical activity habits, and
- addressing your questions about the safety aspect of exercise.
Variety:
We have over 100 different courses ranging from:
- high tech spinning,
- to our comprehensive aquatics programming,
- to the challenges of our weight rooms,
- competition on the courts,
- the mind body interactions of our Yoga classes.
Quality Instruction:
Our instructors hold certifications from a variety of professional organizations. They exemplify physically active lifestyles and are committed to helping you integrate physical activity into your hectic student schedules!
Availability/Credit vs. Non-Credit:
Classes are offered throughout the day to meet your needs. BIP classes may be taken for credit or non-credit. Both may be found under the ESS Course Descriptions.
Locker & Towel Service:
Every student registered for BIP classes can check-out a locker, lock and towel from the men's or women's issue room, located inside the respective locker rooms. All you need is your student ID and proof of registration. At the end of the semester, the locker and lock are returned until the next semester or session. Towel service is available daily throughout the semester.
