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Cornell University

Martial Arts - Fall 2025

PE 1260 - Cardio Kickboxing

Cardio-Kickboxing is a series of movements that consists of kicks, punches, and blocks done to music. It is similar to a typical aerobics class except the moves consist of martial arts techniques. Cardio-Kickboxing is a total body workout in its most complete form burning hundreds of calories and hour. No experience necessary.

1 CR S/U NoAud 08/31/2025 - 12/08/2025
4272 LEC 001
Su
10:15AM - 11:45AM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/05/2025 - 12/08/2025
4312 LEC 002
F
05:10PM - 06:40PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1345 - Introduction to Boxing

One of the oldest forms of competition known, boxing has become the sport of choice for many people. Boxing's simplistic method has few techniques, yet the application of these techniques is the true art and science of the sport. This course teaches the fundamentals and proven training methods that are sure to improve and develop your defensive and offensive skills, cardiovascular endurance, footwork, agility, speed, timing and power. Training will include shadow boxing, jump rope, two person drills, and focus glove work. Learn the fundamentals of one of the world's most popular sports.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4228 LEC 001
T
09:00AM - 10:30AM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $50 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/04/2025 - 12/08/2025
4230 LEC 002
R
09:00AM - 10:30AM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $50 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/04/2025 - 12/08/2025
4229 LEC 003
R
10:45AM - 12:15PM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $50 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1346 - Intermediate Boxing

Covers the basic skills of footwork, defensive, and offensive techniques at an Intermediate level. Jumping rope, advanced footwork, offensive and defensive skills, shadow boxing, and focus glove work are taught as methods for individual aerobic conditioning, and mastering the fundamentals of Boxing.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4231 LEC 001
T
10:45AM - 12:15PM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $50 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1347 - Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Fundamentals

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, known as BJJ was developed by Helio Gracie, and continues to develop as one of the most popular forms of grappling in the world today. This class focuses on learning and applying fundamental techniques of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. Students practice various techniques using a traditional GI/kimono. Students will learn and practice positioning, escapes, submissions, and self-defense. The fundamentals class is directed not only for the beginner but also for students who would like to sharpen basic techniques.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2025 - 12/08/2025
4279 LEC 001
W
09:00AM - 10:30AM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $75 Gi fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2025 - 12/08/2025
6713 LEC 002
W
10:45AM - 12:15PM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $75 Gi fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1350 - HIIT Boxing

Burn a ton of calories, get stronger, and punch out your stress! Learn how to move with power and confidence. Not only do participants get a fitness/cardio workout, they also learn to use real kickboxing techniques on a heavy bag. Kickboxing will help you build a great body, power, confidence, and self defense skills!

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
18438 LEC 001
TR
04:45PM - 05:45PM
 
Lamey, T. (tal33)
Course fee: $170. Gloves & wraps are provided. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
18439 LEC 002
TR
06:00PM - 07:00PM
 
Lamey, T. (tal33)
Course fee: $170. Gloves & wraps are provided. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1365 - Introduction to Karate-do

Begin a journey into the world of Shito-Ryu Karate; a tradional Okinawan style which focuses on self-defense combos using blocks, strikes, kicks, joint locks and throws with an emphasis on partner work for safe and practical learning. There is also the opportunity to show off your skills during the optional belt promotion test on the last day of class.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4232 LEC 001
MW
07:00PM - 08:00PM
 
Delgado, J. (jad25)
Course fee: $170. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1366 - Karate-do Exploration

We learn and train in Shito-Ryu Karate; a traditional Okinawan style, by introducing a new kata every semester with corresponding self-defense techniques. The optional belt promotion test allows you to show off your cumulative progress at the end of the semester.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4233 LEC 001
MW
07:45PM - 08:45PM
 
Delgado, J. (jad25)
Course fee: $170. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1375 - Beginning Tae Kwon Do

C.W. (Cho Whang) TaeKwonDo of Ithaca conducts the course. The purpose of the program is to teach TaeKwonDo in its diverse aspects as a form of self-defense, as an art form, and as a competitive sport. Classes will consist of extensive stretching, the teaching of basics to beginners, forms of self-defense, and sparring techniques. TaeKwonDo emphasizes the use of the whole body, enhances flexibility and coordination and increases aerobic capability. Promotional tests are held at the end of each semester. Han Cho may be reached at 257-7810.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4234 LEC 001
T
03:30PM - 05:00PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4235 LEC 002
R
03:30PM - 05:00PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4236 LEC 003
F
03:30PM - 05:00PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1376 - Intermediate Tae Kwon Do

C.W. (Cho Whang) TaeKwonDo of Ithaca conducts the course. At least one semester of PE TaeKwonDo or equivalent is required. The purpose of the program is to teach TaeKwonDo in its diverse aspects as a form of self-defense, as an art form, and as a competitive sport. Classes will consist of extensive stretching, the teaching of basics to beginners, forms of self-defense, and sparring techniques. TaeKwonDo emphasizes the use of the whole body, enhances flexibility and coordination and increases aerobic capability. Promotional tests are held at the end of each semester. Han Cho may be reached at 257-7810.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4237 LEC 001
T
05:00PM - 06:30PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4238 LEC 002
R
05:00PM - 06:30PM
 
Cho, H. (hdc9)
Course fee: $195. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1380 - Tai Chi Chuan

Fundamentally, Tai Chi is an integrative exercise that joins the various elements of functional fitness into a single, organically connected whole. Through a rich vocabulary of movements that enhance spatial and body awareness, Tai Chi provides a medium for harmonizing balance, coordination, flexibility, and supple strength. This course will consist of warm-ups, stretching, an introduction to the 24 Movement Form, and 2 person interactive exercises. Please loose, comfortable clothing. Students must be in bare or sock feet during class.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/08/2025 - 12/08/2025
4239 LEC 001
M
12:45PM - 02:15PM
 
Payette, S. (skp73)
1 CR S/U NoAud 09/08/2025 - 12/08/2025
4280 LEC 002
M
02:30PM - 04:00PM
 
Payette, S. (skp73)

PE 1385 - Thai Boxing

This martial art system, developed from the unique culture of Thailand, is a blend of art, science and sport. The Thai art is a very powerful ring fighting method, yet is also an excellent form of physical conditioning and street self-defense. The fighting techniques taught in Thai boxing include; the Western Boxing method, elbow -knee strikes, and the powerful Thai style of kicking. This combined with the unique training method and discipline makes Thai Boxing one of the most effective systems in the world. Kevin Seaman is the New York State Representative for the Thai Boxing Association USA.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/03/2025 - 12/08/2025
4240 LEC 001
W
12:30PM - 02:00PM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $50 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.

PE 1396 - Filipino Kali

This is an eclectic form of Filipino stick fighting and self defense that evolved as a means of preservation in the hostile environment of the Jungles of the Philippines. Having roots in the 9th century, this is one martial art that truly equalizes your chances of survival in even the most dangerous circumstances, yet is also an amazing method of increasing your coordination and fitness, keeping both your mind and your body SHARP! Kali/Escrima addresses empty hand and kicking, grappling, and tools of the jungle warrior. Kevin Seaman has studied with many of the leading exponents of this amazing Martial Art for nearly 30 years. His skill in this art made him a regional, National and World Champion, competing Full Contact in Asia in 1992.

1 CR S/U NoAud 09/02/2025 - 12/08/2025
4241 LEC 001
T
12:30PM - 02:00PM
 
Seaman, K. (ks273)
Course fee: $195 and $35 equipment fee. Drop Deadline: Wednesday, September 10, 2025. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.