Movement and Sports Studies

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Springfield College Assistant Professor of Physical Education Korey Boyd

Transform Athletic Potential.

Springfield College has a reputation for being a leader in the field of movement studies. And, we can back it up.

Our Movement and Sports Studies major offers a comprehensive understanding of the scientific and social foundations of movement and its cultural forms of dance, sports, games, and exercise. Students engage in self-selected and career-focused fieldwork in settings that may include YMCAs, fitness centers, colleges/universities, before/after school programs, and more.

Graduates of the movement and sports studies program work in school and community-based agencies, including YMCAs and recreational facilities. Graduates also pursue graduate education in physical education, athletic administration, advanced level coaching, adapted physical education, health promotion, and sport and exercise psychology.

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"Movement and Sports Studies offered the best path to gain a broad range of experiences, allowing me to explore diverse career options within the field. This program offered me the opportunity to explore a variety of fields, from coaching and physical education to athletic administration, ultimately helping me find a direction that aligns with my interests and goals." Jared Swartz '23, G'25

“Looking into this program, what stood out to me was the dedication of the faculty. The thought, input, and purpose that the professors put into their courses are what make this stand out from the rest. The program allows you to learn ways of teaching, mentoring, and helping others, and gives you the opportunity to become more well-rounded as a person to pursue other minors and interests you want to learn while in college.” Hayden Brown '25

"The favorite thing about my major is the wide variety of careers that can come out of it. I have decided to become an athletic director, but I can do so many different things. I will keep an open mind to what I find after graduation. This major has taught me about problem-solving, event management, and health science." Gavin Carzello ’24

"The faculty and staff in the Physical Education Department hold us to the highest standard and take great pride in the College’s legacy as a national leader in physical education and sports-related fields. Their focus on experiential learning, combined with their constant support and guidance, has helped me grow both professionally and personally." Jacob Ferland, Class of 2026

American Kinesiology Association Membership

The School of Physical Education, Performance, and Sport Leadership is a member of the American Kinesiology Association.

An advocate for kinesiology at the national and international levels, the American Kinesiology Association supports educational opportunities in the fields of exercise science and sport studies, health education and physical education, and sport management and recreation management.

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