Dr. Beth Kelley

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Dr. Beth Kelley

Professor


Department(s):

Contact Info:

Email: 
Phone: 619-644-7405
Office: Bldg. 41, Room 142
Office Hours: Mondays 9:30-11 & 1:30-2:30pm; Wednesdays 11-12:15pm and by appointment (afternoons are great!)

 

 

Course(s):

 

ES 005 ABC (click on course titles for more details)  Aerobic Fitness and Weight Training - Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced

Course Notes:

Class Meets: Room 41-101  

  • Fall 2018 semester begins 8.20.18 and ends on Thurs. 12.13.18

    • Final Exam: Thurs. 12.13.18 from 7:15-9:15AM

    • Drop deadline: Fri. 11.9.18

    • Credit/No Credit deadline: Fri. 9.21.18

    • Last day to drop w/out refund: Mon. 9.3.18

    • Last day to add class: Fri. 8.31.18

Required textbook:  "Way to a Long & Healthy Life", 7th Edition, ESW Dept.   FREE Download from the Exercise Science Link on left menu OR urchase at Grossmont College Bookstore for $1.50
 
Course description: This class offers a complete exercise experience for 3 different fitness levels: beginning, intermediate, and advanced. You will learn essential concepts such as health-related fitness training principles, weight management, healthy eating principles, injury prevention/treatment, and exercise techniques to improve both aerobic and muscular fitness. Each class will include exercise activities that will change in format (individual, partner, large group, circuit) and location (indoors, outdoors.) Outdoor activities include jogging, stair climbing and other cardio-based movements.  It's fun!
** Class counts towards the fitness/wellness GE requirements.

 

ES 26   Stress Reduction through Movement & Mindfulness

Course Notes:

Class Meets: Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:30-1:20pm in building 42, room 101
  • Fall 2018 semester begins 8.20.18 and ends on Thurs. 12.13.18
    • Final Exam: Thurs. 12.13.18 from 11:35-1:35PM
    • Drop deadline: Fri. 11.9.18
    • Credit/No Credit deadline: Fri. 9.21.18
    • Last day to drop w/out refund: Mon. 9.3.18
    • Last day to add class: Fri. 8.31.18
Required textbook:  "Way to a Long & Healthy Life", 7th Edition, ESW Dept.   FREE Download from the Exercise Science Link on left menu OR urchase at Grossmont College Bookstore for $1.50
 
Course description:  This class offers focuses on stress - what it is and strategies to better manage it. Each class will include exercise activities that will change in format and location (e.g. inside/outside) as well as mindfulness strategies (e.g. meditation) . . . every day will be different! You will also learn learn essential concepts such as fitness training principles, weight management, healthy eating concepts, and proper exercise techniques. 
 
** Class counts towards the fitness/wellness GE requirements.

 

ES 006 ABC  Total Body Fitness - 

Beginning/Intermediate/Advanced

Course Notes:

Class Meets: Mondays and Wednesdays 12:30-1:20pm in building 41, room 117
  • Fall 2018 semester begins 8.20.18 and ends on Mon. 12.10.18
    • Final Exam: Mon. 12.10.18 from 11:35-1:35PM
    • Drop deadline: Fri. 11.9.18
    • Credit/No Credit deadline: Fri. 9.21.18
    • Last day to drop w/out refund: Mon. 9.3.18
    • Last day to add class: Fri. 8.31.18
Required textbook:  "Way to a Long & Healthy Life", 7th Edition, ESW Dept.   FREE Download from the Exercise Science Link on left menu OR urchase at Grossmont College Bookstore for $1.50
 
What is the class about?
  • Whole body strengthening and cardio conditioning using a circuit training workout
  • Warm-up, conditioning portion, focus on core, cool-down stretching
  • Learn about proper exercise techniques, how to exercise at home, and fitness principles to stay active and healthy
  • Fun, action-packed class focused on helping you to get and stay fit!

** Class counts towards the fitness/wellness GE requirements.

 

ES 250  Introduction to Kinesiology

Course Notes:

Class Meets:
  • Mondays and Wednesdays from 8:00-9:15 am - Section #5694, room 41-117
  • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00-12:15 pm - Section #4125, room 41-117
  • Fall 2018 semester begins 8.20.18 
Course Description:   This class explores the broad spectrum of kinesiology as an academic discipline that focuses on physical activity.  You will examine the key issues and concepts connected to human movement (i.e., history/philosophy, exercise physiology, motor behavior, sport/exercise psychology).  Additionally, we’ll discuss the many career options and expectations of professionals in the field - you will learn what steps are needed to become a physical therapist, athletic trainer, dietician, PE teacher, strength & conditioning coach, wellness director, and so much more. It’s a great class!
 
No perquisites are required, however, it is strongly suggested that this class be taken after the second semester of college.  Reading and writing skills are important.
  • Drop deadline: Fri. 11.9.18
  • Credit/No Credit deadline: Fri. 9.21.18
  • Last day to drop w/out refund: Mon. 9.3.18
  • Last day to add class: Fri. 8.31.18
Required textbook:  "Introduction to Kinesiology", 5th Edition by Shirl Hoffman (the web study guide is NOT required.)*
 
* Class DOES NOT count towards the fitness/wellness GE requirements; only ES exercise performance classes 001-198 count.

 

HED 120  Personal Health and Lifestyles

Course Notes:

Class Meets:

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:45 am - Section #3198, room 38B-342 (portable trailer).  Fall semester goes from 8.21.18 to 12.13.18

  • ONLINE, 9-week class: 9.10.18 to 11.10.18 Section #5857 

Course Description:   This is an awesome class - you will learn the latest concepts to improve your overall health in many dimensions:  stress, sleep, drugs, chronic disease, weight control, relationships/communication, nutrition, alcohol/tobacco, fitness, sexually transmitted infections and more.  Class is focused on you applying the information to your everyday life.

 

Recommended Preparation: A "C" grade or higher of "Pass" in English 110 or English as a Second Language 119 or equivalent. Strong reading and writing skills are important in this class

  • Drop deadline: Fri. 11.9.18

  • Credit/No Credit deadline: Fri. 9.21.18

  • Last day to drop w/out refund: Mon. 9.3.18

  • Last day to add class: Fri. 8.31.18

Required textbook and access to MASTERING:  "Choosing Health", 3rd Edition by Lynch, Vail-Smith, & Kotecki 

 

** Class counts towards the GE requirement for Grossmont College and is transf

 

 

Background

  • A.A. Santa Rosa Junior College - General Education
  • B.A. San Diego State University - Physical Education, Emphasis in Athletic Training
  • M.S. University Nevada Las Vegas - Exercise Physiology
  • Ed.D. San Diego State University - Educational Leadership, Concentration in Community Colleges

Professor Beth Kelley is full-time faculty in the Exercise Science & Wellness Department. A northern California native, she was a kinesiology lecturer at San Francisco State University and directed their employee wellness program before making the move to San Diego - she loves teaching our classes in fitness, health, and for kinesiology majors!  (Beth also taught at SRJC and UNLV but doesn’t miss the desert heat of Las Vegas.)  She is an ACSM-Certified Exercise Physiologist and was self-employed for many years as a worksite wellness consultant and gained experience working with just about every population and topic you can think of.  Dr. Kelley is addicted to learning and growing; she has been involved with statewide initiatives and professional organizations throughout her career. A proud community college graduate, Professor Kelley is excited to give back and work with future generations of students.

 

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