In the outdoor practicums, which are integral parts of the curriculums, instructions are provided in golf, swimming, camping, skiing, marine sports, etc. These practicums are designed for the students to learn sport theories and techniques in nature in
a well-balanced manner to improve their instructional skills.
Faculty of Sport Science / Faculty of Sport Culture / Faculty of Sport Management / School of Childhood Sport Education
Beach practicum
This four-day practicum, which is held in July of each year, is part of NSSU’s long-standing tradition. It includes a 4-km long-distance swim intended to train the students both mentally and physically. This learning experience allows the students to
understand and practice the concept ofwa(harmony) that is necessary when living with others in groups, while appreciating the preciousness of the natural environment. It not only involves activities in the ocean (to practice emergency rescue
techniques) but also entails study sessions and lectures that are taught by the participating instructors.
Camping practicum
This practicum is intended for the students to acquire the essential knowledge and technical skills (outdoor living and activity skills) involved in camping. Through the process of engaging in such learning experience out in nature, the students are able
to comprehend the different aspects of the environment that surround us all—including the relationships between nature and humans, society and its members, and culture and people—and to develop into the individuals that can thrive in each of these contexts,
both personally and professionally.
Skiing practicum
This skiing practicum has been part of the curriculum since 1953 (Showa 28). During the five-day practicum, the students train in the sport in an attempt to obtain Ski Association of Japan Grade 1–3 certification.
Skating practicum
In this annual four-day practicum, which takes place at an ice rink in Yamanashi Prefecture that is also used for official competitions, the students train in speed skating, ice hockey, and figure skating.
Golf practicum (only for the Department of Physical Education)
In this practicum, the students go on an actual golf course to play rounds and learn the positive features of golf as a lifelong sport. It is taught by currently competing golfers that are invited from outside NSSU and also by the members of the varsity
golf club, which allows the students to learn advanced skills.
Faculty of Medical Science
Outdoor activity practicum (Department of Judo Therapy and Medical Science)
This outdoor activity practicum is designed to provide the students with the essential knowledge and skills necessary for becoming professionals that can competently train others and provide instructions on sport safety and health-enhancing exercises
in actual sport and exercise activities. The practicum involves training practice at an altitude training facility, climbing mountains, conditioning practice at a hydrotherapy facility, and first aid training.
Outdoor activity practicum I – IV (Department of Emergency Medical Science)
This practicum is held over the course of the four years, with each outdoor-subject-specific course session taking place annually. It is designed for the students to learn the essential knowledge and techniques of outdoor rescue and emergency medical
care along with the right set of skills and attitude for addressing various environmental issues, while coming to appreciate the grandeur of the natural environment in the sea, snow-covered mountains, rivers, and mountains along with the hazards they
present. The students will also improve their capacity for self-direction, cooperation, and sociability through group living activities.
- First-year compulsory course: Outdoor Activity Practicum I (sea)
- Second-year compulsory course: Outdoor Activity Practicum II (snow-covered mountains)
- Third-year elective course: Outdoor Activity Practicum III (rivers)
- Fourth-year elective course: Outdoor Activity Practicum IV (mountains)
