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Physical Education and Recreation
The aim of the Physical Education and Recreation Program is to contribute to the balanced development and the professional preparation of the individual. Specific aims include organic and neuro-muscular development, command of the fundamental processes, worthy use of free time, and development of a personal program of recreation to be continued after college. A minimum of two credit hours in activity courses is required for graduation.
Intramural Sports: An extensive program of intramural sports for men and women is offered. In their free time, students are encouraged to make use of the facilities available at the college.
Physical Education Activity Courses: The courses are designed to develop knowledge of the rules, strategies, techniques, customs, and historical development of the sport or activity.
Faculty
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Deborah L. Courtney
Professor of Physical Education and Recreation
Director of Aquatics
dlc@yhc.edu
Native of Brewton, Alabama
B.S., Troy State University, Troy, Alabama 1982
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee 1983
Taught K-12 for 5 years before coming to YHC in 1988
Physical Education Instructor and Aquatic Director
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Ki Curtis
Professor of Physical Education
Yoga
kcurtis@yhc.edu
B.A., Furman University, Greenville, SC
Certified Graduate of Yoga College of India, Los Angeles, CA
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James R. Thomas
Professor of Physical Education and Recreation
jrt@yhc.edu
B.S., Coastal Carolina College, Conway, South Carolina
M.S., University of Tennessee, Knoxville, Tennessee
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Dr. John M. Kniess
Professor of Physical Education and Recreation
Chair, Division of Social and Behavioral Studies
jmkniess@yhc.edu
B.S., Wilmington College, Wilmington, Ohio
M.R.P.A., Clemson University, Clemson, South Carolina
Ed.D., University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia
Dr. Kniess joined the Young Harris faculty in 1976.
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Rick J. Robinson
Professor of Physical Education
Head Baseball Coach
rrobinson@yhc.edu
B.A., Appalachian State University, Boone, North Carolina
M.A., Furman University, Greenville, South Carolina
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