Physical Education

Facilities

At Twin Peaks we have tried to be an example to others as to how to create new facilities, (which in turn expands your curriculum). Over the years we have spent countless hours designing, creating, building, and improving our facilities. The result is that we have one of the best Physical Education facilities anywhere.

Exercise Science Lab est. 1999

The Exercise Science Lab is divided into four sections: Body Analysis I and II, Cardio-Vascular testing, and Body Works. Within Body Analysis the students complete over forty self-tests and measurements. The twenty-five minute Cardio-Vascular tests are done with Polar Heart monitors and results are downloaded into a computer. As tests are completed, the data is entered into each student's computerized personal profile. As this profile is completed it will allow each student to monitor his or her growth and progress over a three-year period. Body Works, the final section of our program, uses interactive computer software (Adams Inside Story and Body Works) to teach human anatomy and physiology.  

The Adventure Academy est. 2001

The Adventure Academy is a strategically designed outdoor adventure program that teaches our students, through their own experience, to improve communication skills as well as how to gain the confidence to pursue and achieve goals which may be perceived as unattainable. The Adventure Academy consists of three components. First, individual and group initiatives are conducted at or near the ground to develop communication, decision- making and problem solving skills. Next, students use low elements to allow individuals and teams to engage in solving a challenge. Finally, students will progress to activities conducted thirty feet or more above the ground, using specialized safety gear and training, to encounter strong tests of individual and group initiative. This program offers students the opportunity to explore new modes of communication and leadership.

The Twin Peaks Golf Academy est. 1983

The Twin Peaks Golf Academy is designed to give students the opportunity to explore the basics of golf as a lifetime activity. The academy consists of a full 21 station driving range, a sand trap and a 3500 square foot putting green. The Twin Peaks Golf Academy is used in both the seventh and eighth grade physical education classes and is open to students, faculty and the public before school and on scheduled weekends.
 

Body Shop est. 1992

The Body Shop is a total fitness center that is designed to introduce students to the basic use of weights, plyometrics, balance, and the State Fitness Test. The Body Shop has 24 stations. The students work in pairs and rotate through the stations. The stations are designed to give the students a balanced workout regardless of where they start each week. Students usually experience 12-15 stations per session. Music is played, individual effort and partner support is encouraged. All lifts (weight and repetitions) are based on the latest research for children of this age. This insures maximum success and enjoyment.

Power Plant est. 2000

The Power Plant is our new fitness center that is designed for the 7th and 8th grade program. The use of machines, free weights, plyometrics and stations including fitness testing takes each student to a new level of strength training. The Power Plant has 24 stations. The students continue to work in pairs and rotate through 12-15 stations per session. The opportunity to participate in the State strength fitness components on a weekly basis helps prepare each student for the Annual State Fitness Test.

Cross Country Course est. 1972

The 2 Cross Country Courses are 1.5 mile in length. Each run meanders through and around the campus. Each student runs a course once a week. Depending on grade level each run has a value. All students must complete at least 7 runs per quarter under a certain time. Students with poor fitness that cannot successfully complete the course (under our designated times)