DS 202 - Contemporary Dance Technique II

2 Credit Hours

This is an intermediate course in contemporary dance technique. This class builds on the foundations taught in the Contemporary Dance Technique I class. The class consist of concepts in body placement and alignment; strengthening and stretching exercises; and the physical explorations of space, time and energy. Class periods will utilize floor work, center floor exercises, movement phrases and progressions (all designed to develop an understanding of space, direction, rhythm, and dynamics). Some movement explorations and improvisation exercises will be introduced to increase the dancer’s range and understanding of movement. The course will conclude with a live group performance presentation.