Why Study Kinesiology at Southwestern?

The Kinesiology Department provides classes and support for Physical Education, Wellness, and Exercise Science majors as well as minors in Wellness, Physical Education, and Coaching. Classes to support the general studies students in fitness, physical education, and wellness are also provided. In the basic fitness and wellness classes, students are guided through a personal fitness program and encouraged to adopt a proactive wellness lifestyle, consistent with Adventist teachings. Infrastructure to the University is provided by the Kinesiology Department through the management of an intramural sports program and the operation of a fitness / recreation center that is available to all students and faculty 16 hours a day.

SWAT: Southwestern Acrobatics Team

Our gymnastics program--the SWAT Team--is an active, outreach that integrates Christian witness with basic and power tumbling, pyramid building, and basket tossing skills. The SWAT team tours in the local area, regionally, and nationally.

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