The physical education block comprises a physical education class (Strength & Conditioning, Yoga, Wellness of the Mind & Body, Dance) that meets three times per cycle and a Life Balance class once per cycle. These classes promote healthy choices that contribute to healthy living. Through course offerings, students learn the significance of regular physical activity for both physical and mental well-being. Upper school classes focus on improving motor skills, form and functional movement, and respect for oneself and others. The program cultivates overall wellness by offering challenging learning experiences across various aspects of physical fitness, prioritizing movement. In addition, a self-defense unit develops students’ risk awareness and risk-reduction strategies. Girls enrolled in Yoga or Wellness of the Mind and Body will practice basic self-defense techniques, leading to a nationally recognized R.A.D. System of Self-Defense certificate of completion after two semesters. As a graduation requirement, each student at Harpeth Hall is required to take seven semesters of wellness courses, which are semester-long and can be repeated as often as a student chooses.

Read the Upper School Curriculum Guide for more details on our specific physical education offerings and our life balance classes.