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Nordic Walking (LSPA_579)
About Study Course
Department: Department of Individual and Team Sports
ECTS:3
Course supervisor:Irēna Upeniece
Study type:Part-Time, Full time
Course level:All levels
Target audience:Medical Services; Public Health
Language:Latvian
Study course description Full description, Part-Time, Full time
Branch of science:Health sciences; Sport Pedagogy
Objective
To introduce students to the types of physical activity used for rehabilitation, fitness, and sports and to provide an opportunity to take part in Nordic Walking and Bungy Pump (Swedish Walking) workout, to improve physical condition of the body and to increase aerobic capacity.
Prerequisites
Interest in physical activities for healthy life. Motivation to learn how to properly practice nordic walking.
Learning outcomes
Knowledge
1.Upon completion of the study course, students shall:
• will be able to describe the rowing equipment: pole selection parameters, clothing selection, footwear selection;
Skills
1.After completing the study course, students will be able to:
• Select appropriate rowing equipment;
Competence
1.A competent choice of equipment.
Study course planning
Planning period:Year 2026, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 2 | All levels | Limited choice |
Planning period:Year 2025, Autumn semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Health | 3 | All levels | Limited choice |
Planning period:Year 2026, Spring semester
| Study programme | Study semester | Program level | Study course category | Lecturers | Schedule |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine | 2 | All levels | Limited choice | ||
| Dentistry | 4 | All levels | Limited choice |
