DANC151

In this fundamental course, students will be able to perform, identify, comprehend and utilize the technical and choreographic skills of the ballroom dancing discipline. Students will be introduced to the world of dance and will be provided instruction in Latin and Smooth dances including Fox Trot, Waltz, Tango, Swing, Rhumba, Merengue, Cha Cha and Salsa. A combination of lecture and movement will be included in each class session that will provide personal growth and proper body alignment, rise and fall, balance and foot work. Partners are not necessary. Students will learn to lead and follow. Attendance at professional dance performances will be required and students will be provided the opportunity to perform in a recital at the end of each semester. No formal training is necessary

Division of Humanities & Social Science