Dance

Students acquire dance knowledge and skills, study the role of dance in various cultures, and observe and critique dance performances, using specified criteria and appropriate dance terminology. Students develop coordination, flexibility, strength, and techniques that serve as the foundation for choreography. They can extend their understanding of dance in various dance forms, public performance techniques, and choreographic concepts. Students study prominent historical figures in dance and classical dance works. They practice dance analysis and movement sciences as related to injury prevention and technical training.