DANC 4250 - Alignment and Conditioning for Dance/Pilates

Credits: (2)
Typically taught:
Spring [Full Sem] even years

Strength and alignment for dancers, using Pilates mat exercises and Reformer. The class addresses areas of strength essential for dancers, focuses on breathing techniques integral to the exercises, and uses the exercises as a means to better understand and improve alignment. The course also addresses how strength and alignment facilitate ease and efficiency of movement. Co-Requisite: DANC 2250. May be repeated once up to 4 credit hours, but use toward Major/Minor must be approved by program advisor.