KNES 12J

About this course

This is a further examination of Kinesiology through the practice of the ancient exercise of the 24 and 36 posture Tai Chi forms. Students will strive to master syncing breathing patterns with movement and to improve balance, alignment, and mind intent while continuing to practice the 24 posture form. The 36 posture Tai Chi form will be introduced with related self-defense applications, "push-hands" and Chi Gong meditations. Benefits of Tai Chi exercise relative to age, gender, and for individuals with physical limitations will be critiqued. The course will review basic exercise physiology, nutrition, strength development, and flexibility concepts as related to the benefits of Tai Chi and overall health and wellness.

No section is scheduled at De Anza College for Fall 2026. The course can still be offered in a later quarter.

Enrollment availability changes frequently. Confirm status in the official FHDA registration system before enrolling.

Prerequisites

• KNES 12HTai Chi
• orKNES 12HXTai Chi
• orcomparable level
• or

Catalog wording: “KNES D012H or KNES D12HX, or comparable level, or permission of instructor”

Advisory: “ESL D272. and ESL D273., or ESL D472. and ESL D473., or eligibility for ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ESL D005.”

Transfer pathways that use KNES 12J

ASSIST maps KNES 12J to a requirement in 5 published pathways from De Anza College.

• Leadership StudiesDe Anza → Humboldt State
• KINESIOLOGY, B.S. - Option in Applied Fitness, Active Lifestyle, Strength, and ConditioningDe Anza → CSU Northridge
• KINESIOLOGY, B.S. - Option in Sports StudiesDe Anza → CSU Northridge
• KINESIOLOGY, B.S. - Option in Exercise ScienceDe Anza → CSU Northridge
• KINESIOLOGY, B.S. - Option in DanceDe Anza → CSU Northridge