The Kinesiology Physical Activity Program (KPAP) is a university-wide program offering a variety of physical activity experiences. Students from across Temple may enroll in any of these classes to enhance their own physical activity, subject code ACTV. KPAP allows participants to explore human movement and its impact on personal health, society and lifelong physical activity; it relies on a team of dedicated physical activity professionals who work together to promote physical literacy, to teach skills and to disseminate health and fitness knowledge. KPAP classes are taught by highly qualified instructors who utilize their knowledge and expertise to ensure every student’s success, while maintaining safe practices and having fun. KPAP encourages Temple students to “move more and sit less” (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2018). 

KPAP participants will acquire numerous health and cognitive benefits while earning academic credits. Currently, KPAP enrolls almost 1,500 students per semester and offers over 80 sections of various physical activity courses. All KPAP courses promote and address the components of health-related fitness: cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength & endurance, flexibility and body composition.   

KPAP classes with a two-credit load are offered every semester and include activities related to the general areas of fitness, sports, martial arts, outdoor adventure and mind-body movement. Activity Workshops carry a one-credit load and focus on similar physical activities but on an abbreviated schedule, 07A and 07B terms. KPAP also offers Special Topics in Fitness; these classes vary semester to semester depending on the expertise of the instructor and availability of meeting space. For more information on Special Topics in Fitness and Workshop courses please contact the KPAP director for current offerings. 

Did you know?

According to the Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, the recommended amount of moderate intensity physical activity for adults is at least 150 minutes (2 hours and 30 minutes) to 300 minutes (5 hours) per week. This recommendation is based on new evidence that shows a strong relationship between increased sedentary behavior and increased heart disease, high blood pressure, and all-cause mortality. Researchers also found that the more physically active people are, the better their mental health status. KPAP courses are designed to meet this weekly activity recommendation! 

All physical activity, especially moderate-to-vigorous activity, can help offset these risks. The Department of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences and the College of Public Health are committed to solving health complexities through physical activity, and we encourage the entire Temple community to #getACTV in KPAP!