Description:

Develops the movement techniques that are the basis for a highly energized, theatrical style of jazz dance. May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credits.

Outcomes:

After completing this class, students should be able to:

• Understand the characteristic elements of exercise for a Jazz Dance Class.
• Learn progressive exercises to stretch, strengthen, align and condition the dancer's body.
• Understand how specific jazz movements in warm-up will later be incorporated into a dance combination.
• Understand how alignment and placement determine the dancers ability to turn, jump or move fluidly through space.
• Perform isolation exercises while standing or moving across the floor.
• Combine the elements of technique, coordination and memory to learn a dance combination.