In this class we explore, and integrate modern, jazz and ballet techniques with the art of choreography.. Technically, the class covers creating better turns, leaps, contractions, falls, and floor sequences through Graham, Limon, Ailey, and Tharpe styles. Creatively, you are offered the opportunity to develop basic choreographic skills, developing your own vision, and style. This class offers wonderful life-skills including: developing your voice, and creativity, enhancing your Emotional Intelligence, with community-communication and leadership. This is a physical, joyous class where sweat releases stress, increasing your happy hormones of: dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin.

Units: 4

Max Enrollment: 24

Prerequisites: PE124 Beginning Dance or permission of the instructor.

Typical Periods Offered: Fall

Semesters Offered this Academic Year: Fall; Not Offered