DANCE 1
1 CREDIT
GRADES: 10, 11, or 12
1 SEMESTER
The content of the Dance in Physical Education class is designed to provide students with a survey of artistic dance principles. The course places emphasis on physical and creative skill development while providing opportunities to experience various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, modern and lyrical. Students are encouraged
to identify personal areas of interest within the various styles and given opportunities to develop choreography for performance. Since Dance is a Physical Education elective course the components of physical fitness training such as flexibility and strength are improved through the practice of Pilates, yoga and body balancing techniques. Social and team building skills are enhanced throughout the dance curriculum.
1 CREDIT
GRADES: 10, 11, or 12
1 SEMESTER
The content of the Dance in Physical Education class is designed to provide students with a survey of artistic dance principles. The course places emphasis on physical and creative skill development while providing opportunities to experience various dance styles such as ballet, jazz, modern and lyrical. Students are encouraged
to identify personal areas of interest within the various styles and given opportunities to develop choreography for performance. Since Dance is a Physical Education elective course the components of physical fitness training such as flexibility and strength are improved through the practice of Pilates, yoga and body balancing techniques. Social and team building skills are enhanced throughout the dance curriculum.