DANC 2216 - Dance Somakinesis

Credits: 2
This course is an introduction to the fields of Dance Science and Somatics and how the two areas of study support each other to create a holistic understanding of the human body in relationship to dance. Emphasis is placed on anatomical analysis including musculoskeletal variations, neurological processes and somatic movement practices/frameworks including Bartinieff, Yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique and Body Mind Centering. By utilizing both kinesiological and somatic lenses, the course will explore movement efficiency, conditioning principles and injury prevention as applied to technique class, rehearsal, choreography and individual needs of the body.