Fitness & Recreational Leadership

Ideal For: Leaders passionate about guiding recreation or youth programs with purpose and community focus

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The Bachelor of Science in Fitness and Recreational Leadership at Central Christian College of Kansas combines hands-on experience with in-depth study to prepare students for dynamic careers in fitness, recreation, and wellness. Students develop practical skills in program design, leadership, and facility management while gaining a strong foundation in the science of human performance.

Graduates are equipped for a variety of roles, including fitness and recreation management, community recreation supervision, parks and recreation leadership, fitness facility management, health and wellness coordination, tourism and resort planning, camp administration, and intramural programming.

The Sport Science & Health Department provides opportunities to build critical skills in areas such as fitness training, coaching, exercise physiology, adaptive physical education, and sports psychology. As interest in health, wellness, and active lifestyles continues to grow, so does the demand for knowledgeable and skilled professionals in fitness and recreational leadership—making this an exciting and impactful field to enter.

Possible Career Paths

Event Coordinator – $31,000*
Recreation Therapist – $37,000*
Fitness Director – $41,000*

*O*Net – National Median Wage Data

Program Information

Core Courses
<h4>Fitness & Recreational Core (44 Credits)</h4>

SP-SH 202 Introduction to P.E., Sports, & Fitness (3)
SP-AC 205 Recreational Activities (2)
SP-SH 208 Introduction to Team Sports (2)
SP-SH 250 Leisure and Sport Programming (3)
SP-SM 302 Sport Law (3)
SP-SM 315 Sport Marketing (3)
SP-SM 330 Event Planning & Management (3)
SP-SH 309 Outdoor Recreation (3)
SP-SH 312 Adaptive Physical Education (2)
NS-BI 246 Basic Nutrition w/Lab (3)
SS-PY 400 Sport & Exercise Psychology (2)
SP-SH 410 Recreational Facilities (3)
SP-SM 425 Administration in Sport & Fitness (3)
SP-SH 491 Sport Science Seminar [Capstone] (1)
SP-SM 395 Practicum (3)
SP-SM 495 Internship (3)
Activity Course (2)
Degree Requirements
Bachelor of Science in Natural Science: FItness & recreational Leadership = 120 Credit Hours
- 43 Credits – General Education
- 44 Credits – Fitness & Recreational Core
- 33 Credits – Open Electives
Departmental Outcomes
Mind
- Utilize written and verbal communication skills to demonstrate effectiveness in communication.
- Identify the basic cognitive precepts in foundational and investigative studies.
- Determine how the basic cognitive concepts and principles learned in the foundational and investigative studies apply to sports science.
- Design measurement tools for the assessment of performance and/or health indicators of a student, patient, client, team, or group.
Heart
- Coordinate sport science services (exercise testing, teaching, coaching, etc.) for individuals of different races, abilities, and genders.
- Establish risk management procedures based on ethos, liability issues, constitutional, state, and local laws.
Soul
- Identify with ethical boundaries and Christian philosophies to determine how they apply to the sports science and health fields.
- Articulate a clear personal philosophy regarding their field of interest within sport science.
Strength
- Learn concepts that will lead to a lifetime of wellness through formal instruction and lab practice.
- Develop recreational skills for the enjoyment of sports and games through classes and organized intramural activities.
- Participate in both didactic and clinical experiences that provide the opportunity to develop as a professional in the sport sciences.
Off Campus Programs

The Central Christian College business student has multiple ways to enrich their educational experience through off-campus opportunities. The department regularly offers national and international travel opportunities to study various topics including economics, finance, culture, trade, and monetary systems. Arrangements can also be made to study with the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU) in their Best Semester program. CCC is also partnering with Students International where students have the opportunity to spend a semester in another country studying local culture, finance, economics, language, investment, entrepreneurship, etc.

Course Examples

Introduction to Team Sports
The study, practice, and organization of sports such as soccer, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, etc.
Outdoor Recreation
A foundational course detailing numerous outdoor activities, their effects, and benefits for our society.
Adaptive Physical Education
Methods of classification of exceptional students, program planning, and teaching of activities appropriate to needs of the handicapped are examined.
Recreational Facilities
This course focuses on designing, planning, and managing sports arenas and facilities.
Recreational Activities
The purpose of this course is to introduce the student to the use of recreational games and activities in order to improve quality of life. Focus is on small and large group activities.