CENTER OF
HUMAN KINESTHETICS
VISION
The CHK envisions to be recognized as one of the exemplary leading educational institutions in physical wellness, sports and recreation industry. It commits to produce physically educated, health and wellness advocates, service oriented practitioners who will deliver the competencies of teaching and the demands of the corporate industry.
MISSION
To attain its vision, the CHK will provide comprehensive and cross-disciplinary curriculum that are responsive to the needs of the students and other stakeholders. It shall promote excellence in teaching and management of sports and wellness education.
Center Of Human Kinesthetics
PROF. MICHAEL C. TOLENTINO
College Dean
PROFILE OF THE DEAN
Prof. Michael L. Tolentino Graduated with the degree of Bachelor in Physical Education at the Polytechnic University of the Philippines and finished his degree in Master of Arts in Innovative Physical Education (MAIPE) at the University of Makati in 2016. Prof. Tolentino has been at the University of Makati Center for Human Kinesthetics for 17 years and has taught and coached various sports teams and subjects in Service Physical Education and Sports Major Students from 2010 to 2016. He was the Assistant Director in the Athletics Development Center (ADC) and Head of Training Sports Linkages. In 2017 Prof. Tolentino was appointed as the Executive Director of the Center of Human Kinesthetics.
A Licensed Basketball International Referee, National Umpired in Badminton and Commissioner in Various National Sports Competitions. Currently, Prof. Tolentino is pursuing his post-graduate degree in Doctor in Education Management (DEM) at the University of Makati.
MESSAGE FROM THE DEAN
The top priority of the Center for Human Kinesthetic (CHK) is the success of our students. We have a reputation for producing graduates who are among the very best in the city and the country. It is certainly an exciting time for our department given the recent influx of Academic appointments and major investment in facilities in the university.
Energy and Enthusiasm in the Faculty are outstanding in pursuing excellence in teaching. In the area of Bachelor of Physical Wellness and Service Physical Education, we strive for the highest of standards in a manner that is enjoyable for both our faculty staff and students.
WHO WE ARE
The Center of Human Kinesthetics (CHK) is treading the direction of quality delivery and accomplishment of UMak’s vision and mission. Whereas, future educators and fitness professionals will continue to pursue lifelong learning through carefully selected physical activities. These, in turn, serve as invaluable instruments that will hone an individual in the spirit of holism and healthy living. We are committed in preparing the students to make the most out of the complex challenges and opportunities our national and global communities will present.
CHK reinforced the continued pursuit of the city government of Makati to advance sports among students of the University. This has been supported by the construction of a state-of-the-art aesthetics and wellness facilities in the University, thus paving the way for the expansion of physical education programs and other related professional programs like physical wellness, sports facility management, among others.
CORE VALUES
- Foster the development of sports both in the local and national level through the development of sport extension programs.
- Maximize clients’ participation in sports regardless of background and build a culture of goodwill through healthy sports.
- A physically educated individual who values activity and its contributions to a healthful lifestyle.
- Health and wellness advocates who promote the importance of physically activity and the role it plays in the pursuits of life’s health and well-being.
COURSE OFFERING
CHK Course Offering 1
BACCALAUREATE DEGREE:
Bachelor in Physical Wellness Major in Sports Management
- With Educational Units
- Non-Educ
COLLEGE LEADERSHIP
PROF. MICHAEL L. TOLENTINO
Executive Director
Prof. Remedios B. Placer
Center Secretary and Concurrent Program Head
Service PE Programs
Prof. Zenaida P. Porciuncula
Chair,
BPW Programs