Dance I

DEPARTMENT:

Physical Education, Health, and Drivers Education


GRADUATION REQUIREMENT:

Physical Education


GRADE:

11

12

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LENGTH:

One Semester

Dance I

This course introduces students to basic dance terminology and skills, choreography and movement combinations as they experience different styles of dance. Forms of dance included: Ballet, Jazz, Latin, Hip Hop, Modern, and introduction to choreography. Fitness activities include cardiovascular conditioning, toning and resistance exercises, Pilates, Yoga, and Barre Training. Students are evaluated on their individual and group performances of each dance form as well as written and practical exams. No dance experience is needed to take this course.