DAN - Dance Courses

DAN 121 Jazz I
1 credit
DAN 121 introduces the basic techniques and vocabulary of jazz dance and the basic elements of dance.   Focuses on movement oriented dance, comprised of warm-up exercises, center combinations, traveling combinations and cool down.   May be repeated for a maximum of three credits.

DAN 130 Dance Sampler
1 credit
DAN 130 introduces the beginning dancer to popular dances through a social dance sampler in Salsa, Swing, and Country Western Dance technique, footwork, body posturing, rhythms, and dance floor etiquette.   Examines a variety of dances such as Salsa`s Mambo, Cha-Cha, and Rumba; Swing`s Lindy Hop (jitterbug); and Country Western`s Two Step, Cowboy Waltz, Cotton-Eyed Joe and various Country Western line dances.

DAN 141 Regional Dances
1 credit
DAN 141 introduces the basic terminology, techniques and routines of several dances from a specific country or region. Focuses on the music, costumes and customs related to the dances studied. Partners are not required. May be repeated for a maximum of three credits.

DAN 142 Regional Dances II, Latin American Ballroom
1 credit
DAN 142 continues DAN 141 with focus on regional dances, customs and rhythms. Partners are not required. May be repeated for a maximum of three credits.

DAN 143 Tap I
1 credit
DAN 143 introduces basic tap dance movements and techniques. The shuffle, ball change, brush, flap heel drop, stomp and stamp step are covered.

DAN 151 Belly Dance I
1 credit
DAN 151 presents belly dance - the oldest dance form known to humankind and a celebration of life. Emphasizes developing balance and enables the student to perform a belly dance and learn the history of belly dance and costuming techniques.

DAN 152 Belly Dance II
1 credit
DAN 152 continues DAN 151, with emphasis on coordination and balance and additional techniques. It includes costume design.

DAN 154 Dance and Stage Movement
3 credits
DAN 154 introduces students to the basic elements of modern dance and to the potential of dance and stage movement as a means of communication.

DAN 224 Dance for Musical Theatre
3 credits
Prerequisites: DAN 154 or permission of instructor.
DAN 224 introduces students to dance within the context of musical theatre. Enables you to practice non-verbal communication and expressive movement techniques.

DAN 275 Special Topics
1-6 credits
DAN 275 provides students with a vehicle for in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.