The physical education curriculum at Marian focuses on issues of lifelong physical health. It is the mission of the Department of Physical Education to promote the acquisition of healthy lifestyles by teaching the relationship among physical activity, physical fitness and health. To this end, the department assists students in becoming more aware of their personal health by promoting healthy lifestyles and by creating an environment conducive for students to experience the immediate benefits of physical fitness/physical activity while also acquiring the knowledge, skill and appreciation of these attributes.