Focus is on putting theory into practice to improve human performance and all undergraduate programs provide experiences on the sports fields, in the classrooms and in the laboratories. Minors in physical education and coaching are offered. Graduate programs in Physical Education provide students with an opportunity to go into greater depth in the study of pedagogy, sport administration and coaching. Both theory and professional applications are emphasized. Many laboratory research opportunities are available within the buildings used by the School of Kinesiology and Physical Education.
Facilities are available for the study and analysis of teaching physical education.
This laboratory is the focal point for the analysis of teaching physical education. The University also operates a large challenge course and indoor climbing facility.