West Valley College Kinesiology Department

Spring 2021 semester begins Feb. 1st. Let's get back into shape together. We are offering Pilates, Yoga, Swimming, Tennis, and more!

Pilates and Yoga classes are a great way to stay fit and stress free while earning college credits. Enroll at West Valley College today.

The Pilates instructor program is an affordable option that will give you valuable tools you need to succeed in the fitness industry - from independent instruct...ors at small studios to teachers at major organizations like the YMCA. #westvalleycollege #kinesiology #wvc #wvckinesiology #makeyourfuture #sanjose #college See more

Small props can make a huge difference with pilates mat exercises. WVC professor, Heidi Davis shows you how to tone your abs, legs, arms, and glutes using the stability barrel, toning balls, magic circle, and foam roller. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=viG14lVsmjA&feature=youtu.be

No matter how intelligent you are, how much money you have, or how talented you may be, if you cannot employ your body as you wish, it impairs your ability to meet your potential. As a pilates instructor, you help people possess control of their body and frees them to meet their full potential in life. #Fitness #Exercise #SportsCareers#SportsMedicine #PilatesInstructor#Careers #Saratoga#WestValleyCollege #Jobs

The instructor training program at West Valley College provides you the opportunity to help other people of all ages and ability levels to improve their health and well-being. In addition, you will have a career path into the fitness industry and opportunities for professional growth. #Fitness #Exercise #SportsCareers#SportsMedicine #PilatesInstructor#Careers #Saratoga#WestValleyCollege #Jobs

Join WVC Professor, Heidi Davis in this mini pilates workout using 3 pound weighted balls for arm toning. This session uses flexion and extension exercises on the mat for core strength and is appropriate for all levels of fitness.

WVC kinesiology professor, Heidi Davis shares two exercises for the core and legs using the Ladder Barrel: the Swan Dive and the Grasshopper.

Here's what one graduate said about the Pilates Instructor Training Program: "I really enjoyed the Pilates Instructor training program at WVC because of the small class size, lots of group and one-on-one instruction and the comprehensive scope of the program (Mat, Reformer, Cadillac, Human Nutrition, Anatomy, etc. I was able to learn the exercises and then practice them and teach them in the workout classes. It's a great program at a great price point." #Fitness #Exercise #SportsCareers#SportsMedicine #PilatesInstructor#Careers #Saratoga#WestValleyCollege #Jobs

We love this article! A career in kineseology for someone with a love of sports, fitness, and health is like working his or her dream job every day! What's your dream job? . . .... #WestValleyCollege#fitness #exercise #wellness #kinesiology #WVC #WVCVikings See more

Take the next step in your career as a fitness professional by earning a Certificate of Achievement as a Personal Trainer or Pilates Instuctor. #WestValley College can help you get there. The Certified Personal Trainer Certificate of Achievement prepares you to sit for the NASM exam. The Pilates Instructor certificates prepares you to take the Pilates Method Alliance exam. #fitness #exercise #wellness #kinesiology #WVC #WVCVikings https://www.clubindustry.com//four-reasons-fitness-profess

As a Certified Personal Trainer, you'll help your clients achieve their fitness goals through personalized workouts, hold them accountable for their dedication and freshen up boring workout routines. Start your journey to CPT with #WestValleyCollege's Certificate of Achievement program and prepare for the National Academy of Sports Medicine's Certified Personal Trainer examination. #fitness #exercise #wellness #kinesiology #WVC #WVCVikings https://www.westvalley.edu/academics/kinesiology/degrees.

Earning your certificate of achievement as a personal trainer or Pilates instructor can prepare you for a career. #WestValleyCollege gives you the tools you need to to be successful in the fitness industry. #fitness #exercise #wellness #kinesiology #WVC #WVCVikings Register for classes today. https://www.westvalley.edu/classes/schedule/... #pilatesinstructor #certifiedpersonaltrainer #healthcoach #sportstrainer #fitnesscoach #sportsconsultant #healthteacher #fitnesscareer #healthfitness #fitnessrehabilitation #Dietitian #dancetherapist #OccupationalTherapist #sportsentrepreneur #wvc