Kinesiology is the scientific study of human anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, and human performance. Merritt offers a wide variety of classes that can lead to exciting careers, including Athletic training, Physical therapy, Sports Performance (i.e. Strength and Conditioning, coaching), Research for medical, education, and military, Physical Education, Personal Training, and Fitness Industry Management.

Kinesiology (KIN) classes are offered in the categories of Fitness Center and Recreational Activity, as well as classes leading to the Personal Training Certificate.

Find out more about Athletics at Merritt, including information on our Fitness Center, on the Merritt Athletics homepage.

Fitness Center Hours

M-F 8:00am-2:00pm
Phone: (510) 436-2634
Location: Building A, Rm 113

Contact Information

 

Department Co-Chair
Liana Gerardo
Building F-205
imarciulionis@peralta.edu
(510) 434-3849

Department Co-Chair
Sarah Stretch
Building F-205
skstretch@peralta.edu
(510) 434-3849

Dean of Division I:  Liberal Arts, Social Science & Public Safety
Dr. Chriss Warren Foster
Building L-123
cfoster@peralta.edu
(510) 436-2609

Assistant to the Dean
Denise Woodward
Building D-216
dwoodward@peralta.edu
(510) 436-2425