Level 1 Dance
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mrs K. Beer.
Level 1 Dance will be a largely practical subject discovering and refining modern dance styles, an exploration of dance in culture and history, and preparation of dance and performance skills. We will be looking at a variety of Dance styles, its techniques and its performance and expression.
We will build dance up your dance fitness and conditioning, teamwork and performance.
We will also look at Choreography optionally for those who are interested in expanding and challenging their current skill set.
Course Overview
Term 1
Term one will be an introduction and dance training.
We will be doing dance strength and conditioning, and practicing and exploring technique and different dance styles.
Term 2
Term two will be preparation of a dance for performance as a group.
Term 3
Solo and Duet performance.
Recommended Prior Learning
This course is open to anyone that is interested in Dance and Dance Performance.
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Activewear that allows for flexibility, sweating and floorwork.
Waterbottle
Pathway
https://danz.org.nz/dance-education-pathways
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Dance 1.2 - Perform dance sequences
NZQA Info
Dance 1.1 - Compose dance sequences for given briefs
NZQA Info
Dance 1.4 - Demonstrate understanding of the elements of dance
Pathway Tags
Film/Television Camera Operator, Lighting Technician, Game Developer, Diversional Therapist, Actor, Art Director (Film, Television or Stage), Artistic Director, Film and Video Editor, Sound Technician, Dancer, Entertainer, Minister of Religion, Musician, Systems Administrator, Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Radio Presenter, Early Childhood Teacher, Media Producer, Production Assistant (Film, Television, Radio or Stage), Model, Nanny/Child Carer, Private Teacher/Tutor, Television Presenter,