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PE Credit Classes
Dance
Students explore fundamental matwork evolved from the teaching of Joseph H. Pilates, the seminal conditioning pioneer. Individuals are taught to balance flexibility with strength within the context of proper body alignment. The concepts of centering and stabilization with a strong and mobile abdominal "core" develop finely-tuned athletes and dancers and benefit all who seek an intelligent approach to movement.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
10 - 11am |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L137 |
NA |
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| Mon Wed |
11am - Noon |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L137 |
NA |
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| Tue Thu |
11:30am - 12:30pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L137 |
NA |
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Introduction to a selection of smooth dances (fox-trot, waltz, tango, and Viennese), and rhythm/Latin dances (cha-cha, rumba, mambo, bolero, samba, disco hustle, east coast swing, and west coast swing). Note: Time constraints reduce the selection to only three or four dances per semester.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue |
1 - 2pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
211 |
NA |
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| Tue |
2 - 3pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
211 |
NA |
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| Wed |
1 - 2pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
211 |
NA |
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Focus is on the tango, a smooth dance with Latin roots, popularized in the 1920s and enjoying a resurgence. Beginning and intermediate dancers learn the traditional steps and some of the Argentine variations.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon |
3 - 4pm |
09/10 |
12/10 |
211 |
NA |
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Course material includes a variety of tempi and different rhythm variations, such as the triple, lindy, and jitterbug.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue |
3 - 4pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
211 |
NA |
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Students learn the spiciest of the Latin dances. Includes an introduction to other Latin dances.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon |
1 - 2pm |
09/10 |
12/10 |
211 |
NA |
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| Mon |
2 - 3pm |
09/10 |
12/10 |
211 |
NA |
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| Mon |
1 - 2pm |
09/10 |
12/10 |
211 |
NA |
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| Mon |
2 - 3pm |
09/10 |
12/10 |
211 |
NA |
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This ballroom class focuses on the International Standard style dances including the Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep, and Viennese Waltz. Men are encouraged to register for the class.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Wed |
2 - 3pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
211 |
NA |
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This ballroom class focuses on the International Latin style dances including Cha Cha, Samba, Rumba, Paso Doble, and Jive. Men are encouraged to register for the class.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Wed |
3 - 4pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
211 |
NA |
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Program of classical ballet for the beginner, including alignment of the body, positions of the feet, elementary port de bras and locomotive movements, basic ballet turns, and jumps.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
12:30 - 2pm |
09/01 |
12/12 |
L126 |
NA |
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Program of classical ballet with some experience.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
3:30 - 5pm |
09/01 |
12/11 |
L126 |
NA |
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An introductory class designed to heighten spontaneity and creativity. Class begins with an energetic movement warm-up,then explores a variety of improvisational games, structures, and compositional studies. Class includes partnering. Dancers and non-dancers welcome.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
12:30 - 2pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L137 |
NA |
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| Tue Thu |
12:30 - 2pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L137 |
NA |
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An introduction to the people, events and masterworks that shaped the development of dance in the twentieth century. Course includes lectures, viewing videos and films, select readings and discussions. Course does not presuppose a technical knowledge of dance.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Wed |
4 - 6pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
222 |
NA |
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Focus is on the fundamentals of the major modern dance techniques (Limon, Graham, Horton, Release)to improve agility, physical awareness, coordination and expressiveness in a fun and supportive environment. Class includes energizing warm-up and choreography.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
Noon - 1pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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A funky combination of low-impact aerobics, hip-hop, and jazz dance. Designed to improve muscle tone and cardiovascular strength while learning the fundamentals of jazz dance and the latest dance club moves. No prior dance experience is necessary.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
10 - 11am |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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| Mon Wed |
11am - Noon |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 150 or previous dance/aerobic dance training. Learn hip-hop and street funk dance choreography and get a fitness workout in this fun and challenging class.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
9:30 - 10:30am |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L240 |
NA |
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| Tue Thu |
10:30 - 11:30am |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L240 |
NA |
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Students will learn the basic steps while focusing on rhythm and coordination. A variety of tap styles will be introduced in increasingly dynamic and challenging combinations as students become more proficient. Tap shoes required.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
Noon - 1pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
220 |
NA |
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An invigorating workout that incorporates West African and Caribbean dance with contemporary jazz technique. Each class begins with a core-strengthening warm-up and continues with fun and fluid combinations. All levels welcome.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
5 - 6pm |
09/01 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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Technique class in jazz dance emphasizing mastery of fundamental jazz principles, development of lyrical jazz styles, and learning combinations to traditional and contemporary jazz music.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
2 - 3:30pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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| Mon Wed |
2 - 3:30pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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Program of classical ballet for students who have completed beginning level ballet courses.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
3:30 - 5pm |
09/01 |
12/12 |
L126 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 229 or previous ballet experience. Classical ballet including work in allegro, adagio, pirouettes, turns, and jumps.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
2 - 3:30pm |
09/01 |
12/11 |
L126 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 140 or dance experience. Modern dance with an emphasis on technique development, study of movement qualities, and improvisation.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
4 - 5:30pm |
09/01 |
12/11 |
L240 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 170 or previous experience. For students who have successfully completed a beginning-level tap course. Includes various rhythms and tempos as well as combinations of tap with jazz movements. Tap shoes required.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
10 - 11am |
09/05 |
12/12 |
220 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 180 or previous dance training. Technique course with an emphasis on style, placement, strength, and stretch.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
12:30 - 2pm |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L240 |
NA |
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Time |
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Room |
Fee * |
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Prereq: PDP DA 229 or previous ballet experience. A program of advanced classical ballet.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed Fri |
2 - 3:30pm |
09/01 |
12/12 |
L126 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 229 or previous experience. Introduction or reintroduction to basics of pointe work. Ballet barre and center work.
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Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Fri |
2 - 4pm |
09/01 |
12/07 |
L126 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 240 or previous experience. A technique course designed to enhance the experienced dancer's kinesthetic awareness and performance capabilities.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Tue Thu |
9:30 - 11am |
09/04 |
12/11 |
L137 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 270 or previous tap experience. Course develops students technical skills and performance capabilities.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
11am - Noon |
09/05 |
12/12 |
220 |
NA |
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Prereq: PDP DA 280 or the equivalent. Practice in the fast, dynamic jazz dance style associated with Broadway, hip-hop, and dance video with an emphasis on style and sound anatomical technique. Students must be at the intermediate/advanced level and be ready for a workout.
| Day |
Time |
Begin |
End |
Room |
Fee * |
| Mon Wed |
3:30 - 5pm |
09/05 |
12/12 |
L240 |
NA |
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Prereq: Previous dance training and the instructor's consent. Students are part of the choreographic process as faculty members create or rework pieces. Dances are performed in a Dance Theatre Group concert.
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