Physical Education & Athletics (PE)Athletics

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Course descriptions provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

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  • Schedule of Classes - January 30, 2026 12:11PM EST

PE 1100
Beginning Swimming

An entry level class for those with little or no swimming experience. Instruction and practice in the basic skills necessary to meet the University Swim Requirement. Areas of emphasis are: developing proper ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1031 PE 1100   LEC 001

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    • MTWRF
    • Jun 1 - Jun 18, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none

  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1032 PE 1100   LEC 002

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    • TWR
    • Jun 22 - Jul 31, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1445
Outdoor Beginning Tennis

Instruction and practice in the basic skills of the game. Grip, serve, forehand, backhand, and lob are areas covered along with scoring systems. All equipment is furnished. view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1033 PE 1445   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Jun 22 - Jul 31, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1600
Introduction to Aerials

This aerial arts course will focus on aerial fabric, as well as conditioning and flexibility training to enhance your practice and creative exercises to develop your artistry. The aerial arts get you upside ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - Three. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1044 PE 1600   LEC 001

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    • TWR
    • Jul 14 - Jul 30, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall then go together to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca. Transportation is provided. No experience is necessary to participate, and all skills can be modified for different levels of fitness. Please wear clothing that allows you to go upside down comfortably.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1615
Introduction to Circus Arts

The circus arts are an exciting hybrid of art and sport. In this course you'll dive deep into the basics of a multitude of circus disciplines, including aerials (fabric, lyra, trapeze, and hammock), juggling, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1043 PE 1615   LEC 001

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    • MTW
    • Jun 1 - Jun 17, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The first class will meet briefly on campus in front of Bartels Hall then go together to Circus Culture, located in downtown Ithaca. Transportation is provided. No experience is necessary to participate, and all skills can be modified for different levels of fitness. Please wear clothing that allows you to go upside down comfortably.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1622
Day Hiking: Self-Guided

Interested in getting PE credit for hiking, but on your own schedule? This fully independent section of day hiking will meet twice online to discuss the basics of hiking and outdoors safety practices, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  1041 PE 1622   LEC 001

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    • W
    • Jun 24, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1624
Trail Running: Self-Guided

Interested in getting PE credit for trail running, but on your own schedule? This fully independent section of Trail Running will meet twice online to discuss the basics of trail running, then subsequently ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  1042 PE 1624   LEC 001

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    • W
    • Jun 24, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: Online

    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1640
Basic Rock Climbing

We will introduce you to rock climbing movement and techniques, belaying, equipment, knots, rappelling, and safety. Courses ensure a high degree of individual attention and a supportive space to explore ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1040 PE 1640   LEC 001

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    • TR
    • Jun 2 - Jun 18, 2026

    • Staff

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    The class will take place at the Lindseth Climbing Center, in Bartels Hall. No previous experience necessary.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

PE 1662
Outdoor Leadership in Practice

Improve your leadership skills through hands-on experience and practice. In this course, you will complete some basic leadership assessments that will help you reflect on your leadership style and opportunities ... view course details

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Syllabi: none

  •   Three Week - First. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1045 PE 1662   LEC 001

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    • R
    • Jun 11, 2026

    • Staff

    • SSu
    • Jun 13 - Jun 14, 2026

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    No previous experience necessary. Participants must be relatively comfortable at heights of 10-60 feet.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.

Syllabi: none

  •   Six Week Summer. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  •  1046 PE 1662   LEC 002

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    • R
    • Jul 9, 2026

    • Staff

    • SSu
    • Jul 11 - Jul 12, 2026

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    No previous experience necessary. Participants must be relatively comfortable at heights of 10-60 feet.
    This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit: https://sce.cornell.edu/.
    Enrollment open to: Precollege Studies Commuter program students. See https://sce.cornell.edu/precollege/program/on-campus for additional information.