KNES 25B

About this course

This course is an introduction to the discipline of Kinesiology through active isolated stretching (AIS). This course goes over techniques to help improve flexibility using dynamic, facilitated stretching of major muscle groups. Some technique modifications can account for physical limitations that will be emphasized. A brief examination of the evolution of the various forms of stretching, including active isolated stretching techniques, will be included. This course also emphasizes exercise physiology, neurological reflexes, hydration, muscular strength and endurance, wellness concepts related to total fitness, age, gender, disabilities, and/or genetics will be covered.

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

The De Anza catalog lists no prerequisite for this course.

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 25B

ASSIST maps KNES 25B 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