Bowling I

1. What did you learn about "lifelong wellness" from taking this General Education class?

I learned that bowling is an art just like any other sport. It takes practice, discipline, and technique in order to become a good bowler. I also learned that you can get quite the workout from bowling!  As I mastered the various techniques of bowling, I found that I came home feeling like I had just gone to the gym.  My instructor told me that I am a natural in the areas needed to become a great bowler. He taught me that people who do not have that natural ability can only become a good bowler, even if they have the right technique.

2. How would you apply this information to your life?

I think this has caused me to look at all sports from a different perspective.  I now realize that bowling is not just a hobby; it is a sport.  In turn, I realize that the same respect that I have for sports such as basketball and football is the same respect that should be given to any athlete of a sport. I will no longer look at sports that I would consider “lesser” sports as not requiring technique but I will show the same respect to them that I would any other sport.

3. What is your intention to continue to practice what you have learned in your life and why?

Bowling is something that I loved to do with my family growing up. It was those fond memories that made me want to take this Bowling class. I will continue to bowl and try to improve my technique as well as enjoy the game.  I have even considered getting my own bowling ball and bowling shoes.  I would love to join a bowling league and do this more often.  I think I would be successful if I continued to develop my skills.

4. General ideas for improving this course?

I honestly cannot think of anything that would improve this class. I loved being able to get help anytime that I needed it. I also enjoyed the freedom to learn from my own mistakes. If there is anything that I would recommend it would be that one of the Bowling classes be offered in the Bountiful area as the drive is somewhat long to get to class from North Salt Lake.  Other than that, this class was just what I needed at the end of a stressful week of school.