DA - 106 Ballet Dance I

Credits: 1.5

A beginning level course in the fundamentals of ballet technique, building strength, stamina, and flexibility while developing appropriate alignment, turn out, coordination, extension, and flow in adagio and allegro combinations in both barre and center work. The course offers a conscious approach toward understanding the experience of movement within the vocabulary of classical ballet. Methodology includes: dancing, in-class engagement, discussions, required readings, written assignments, choreographic viewings, and participation in required weekly master classes. Satisfies Physical Education requirement. This course is repeatable for credit up to four times. 3 hours, 2.5 lab. Course fee.

Prerequisite(s): Dance major status or DA 114 and permission of instructor