Through direct personal experience, students will gain a deeper understanding of the body in motion. We will engage in movement research from a multitude of improvisational, somatic, dance and movement approaches; will delve into using floor patterns and scores for sensing and tracking the body while moving; will discover alliance with breath, floor, imagination, and communication; and will develop a deeper understanding of anatomy. We will be experimenting with speed and using the senses deliberately while in motion.
Learning Outcomes:
• Gain a broad understanding of concepts and practices in uses of breath, crossing
through space/floor, experimenting with speed, tuning in to imagination and
using the senses deliberately in motion
• Experiment with various types of Somatic practices
• Strengthen the body and the mind.
• Learn new specific movement patterns to enhance efficient movement
Delivery Method: Fully in-person
Corequisites: Corequisites: Dance or Drama Lab Assignment if students are registered for 4 or more credits in Dance.
Course Level: 2000-level
Credits: 2
T/F 2:10PM - 4:00PM (Full-term)
Maximum Enrollment: 20
Course Frequency: One time only
Categories: All courses , Dance , Fully In-Person
Tags: dance , improvisation , somatic studies