Health, Physical Education, and Recreation

WHY HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION?

The Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department is committed to increasing local health outcomes.  Muskegon is ranked among Michigan’s least healthy counties in MI (70^th out of 83 via 2022 data).

• Physical Education is required as part of the Associate in Science and Art (ASA) degree.
  • Students choose from 1 of 2 options:
    • For General Populations – Complete PEA 101A (Fitness, Wellness and Nutrition) AND an activity class of choice (weight training, walking/jogging, yoga, tai chi, golf, basketball, archery, kayaking, judo… etc)
    • For Exercise Science Majors – Complete PEA 121 (Online)
• We offer an Exercise Science Pathway as a way to infuse wellness experts into the community.
• We offer multiple certifications within the department, including NASM Personal Trainer, Certified Coach, and First Aid CPR through the American Red Cross.
• In 2019 the HPER department helped to open the “Health and Wellness Center,” on MCC’s Main Campus. This $14.1 million facility includes state-of-the-art fitness area that includes 23 cardio machines, free weights, squat racks, bench presses and more.  The facility also has a full-size gymnasium, fitness lab, walking jogging track and locker rooms.
• The HPER Department offers scholarships to incoming or current students who want to pursue a career in health, physical education and recreation. Apply here.

Mission:

The mission of the Health, Physical Education and Recreation Department at Muskegon Community College is to improve our community’s overall wellness through educational opportunity and guided activity.  Our department is focused on creating lifelong learners and providing vocational training and transfer pathways for all students.

Fast Facts:

• The HPER department employs 15 instructors (2 full time and 13 adjunct)
• Class sizes typically range between 12-28 students
• In a typical year the HPER department serves around 1350 students
• 33 different classes are offered
• 10 classes are offered online
• Some classes meet off campus and allow for you to explore the local community (Kayaking, cycling, beach volleyball, and golf)