Social Dance II

Catalog description

Provides a comprehensive foundation for both men and women to successfully perform on any social dance floor. Students will learn introductory steps of the Hustle, Salsa, and Tango. Intermediate/advanced skills of the Viennese Waltz, Foxtrot, and East Coast Swing will be taught. A minimum of eight step patterns per dance will be introduced. Students will practice dance etiquette and social skills, leading to increased confidence for social dancing and improved fitness. In addition, "partner" dance positions and keeping music tempos will be addressed. This course is a physical activity skills course. Skills course: Rhythmic (dual). To pass the course, students must earn the specified amount of points required in three evaluation categories: participation, performance assessment, and a teaching episode. This is a pass/fail course. Also listed as PE-118 .