Activity that promotes one s fitness level is greatly emphasized. A major goal is to provide a positive, enjoyable experience for students. It is our hope that the experiences provided by these activities will contribute to the development of an active, healthy lifestyle. The majority of the activities are offered in ten time preferences. A list of the activities for the term is included in the Directory of Classes and on the home page.
College students can select physical education courses by touch-tone telephone registration.
Unless otherwise indicated, the activities are scheduled on a quarterly basis with each quarter lasting approximately seven weeks. At midterm the student selects another activity for the remainder of the term, although in many cases the student has the opportunity to continue the same activity. Students may register for only one section of physical education each term. The Columbia and Barnard Physical Education Departments have an exchange program. Space is reserved for Columbia College and Engineering students in selected Barnard physical education courses.