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Intro to Ballroom
COUSE
DESCRIPTION
Created by Movement Specialist Nicole Byrne
Dance at any age
increases blood flow, mental health, and social
interaction. Join this fun, relaxed, easy-to-follow class
and learn a variety of ballroom dances.
DESCRIPTION: This course is designed to stimulate a variety
of levels, interests, and abilities. At a comfortable pace,
we learn basic patterns and more from over 13 dances
including swing, latin, and ballroom. A great way to get in
shape, show off your skills, and meet new people!
TIME COMMITMENT: 1 hour a week
CONTRACT HOURS: $35 per month or $10 drop-in
INSTRUCTIONAL METHOD: Demonstration/Improvisation/TV
Media/Live Performance
MAJOR LEARNING OUTCOMES:
The student
will:
1. Develop
understanding of basic ballroom technique, posture, and
etiquette.
2.
Build body awareness, self-expression, self-confidence, and
performance quality.
3. Increase flexibility, musicality, and expressive
capacities.
5. Proficiently partner and follow basic steps and more in
13 dances.
OUTLINE
OF COURSE CONTENT:
A. Warm-up
B. Technique
C. New pattern
D. Traveling through space
E. Cool-down
COURSE OUTLINE:
o Intro to
Ballroom
o Partnering techniques
o Latin:
Paso Doble, Bolero, Salsa/mambo, Samba, Cha-cha, Rumba,
Merengue, Bachata
o Swing:
Single-time swing (hustle), Triple-time swing (East Coast
Swing), West Coast Swing
o Ballroom:
Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Vienese Waltz
Class
Information
What type of
class do you offer?
Introduction to Ballroom
Age group(s) designed for:
Adults and Senior Citizens
How many hours will the class require to complete?
1 hour a week
What are your goals for the participants?
To increase body awareness, coordination, stimulate senses,
spark creativity, and build self-confidence. Exhibit
comprehension of a variety of dance styles and rhythms.
Demonstrate general physical skills such as: strength and
control, endurance, balance, timing, sense of body in
space, and efficient locomotion.
What specific skills will participants learn?
Body awareness, physical expression, and musicality.
Anyone of any
level or physical ability can reap the infinite physical
and mental benefits of dance.
What kind of facility do you need?
A clean studio with smooth floor, preferably a sprung
floor. Mirrors are not necessary.
How many participants could you instruct and still maintain
a quality program with an enjoyable atmosphere?
25 students is the maximum for this course. Any more people
and the movement is restricted.