Mission

The Physical Education Department subscribes fully to the College’s commitment to help women realize their full potential. The diversity of the curriculum and the specialization of the faculty permit the student to focus on personal interests and learn the importance of regular participation in physical activity as a lifetime choice. These opportunities instill the basic principles of physical activity in the pursuit of wellness.

The curriculum is driven by the seven components of wellness: physical, occupational, social, intellectual, environmental, emotional, and spiritual, using the physical dimension as a foundation. Through regular participation in guided physical movement, the student gains enhanced physical fitness, improved self-esteem, expanded sport-specific skills and stress management techniques. Physical Education and the extra-curricular programs address the body-mind connection as the student learns skills that will influence the quality of her life currently in academic achievement and in all future endeavors.

The Barnard Annual Stationary Bike-A-Thon

Join the Barnard Physical Education Department as we host our 9th annual Stationary Bike-A-Thon on Thursday, March 1, 2012 in the LeFrak Gymnasium.

 2012_barnard_college_bike_a_thon_registration_form2.pdf

Every year we ride to raise awareness about the importance of cardiovascular health while raising funds that circulate into the heart of our community. Each year dozens of community-based nonprofit organizations benefit from contributions to Columbia Community Service, Inc (CCS). Every dollar received goes directly to those individuals and families in our community served through a variety of health and service organizations located within walking distance of Columbia University.

›  Check out last year's 2011bikeathonresults.pdf and start your preparations for this year!