PE 151 - Contemporary Dance I

2 CR

Same as DANCE 151.
Introduces basic technique and movement studies. Students gain flexibility and strength together with movement vocabulary. May be repeated for a maximum of ~ 6 credits. Either PE 151 or DANCE 151 may be taken for credit, not both.

Course Outcomes

Learn a series of exercises to improve posture, balance and alignment,
while working toward correct body placement and muscle reconditioning.
Establish practical guidelines needed to improve personal dance stills.
Improve elements of physical fitness, range of motion, coordination and
flexibility.
Learn techniques to incorporate timing, phrasing and dynamics in dance
movement.
Notice improvement in stamina and balance.
Perform choreography at regular tempo using correct counts.
Perform dance sequences by being secure enough in the basic movement,
technique and rhythm.

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