Dance Foundations: Technique and Movement for Everybody

About this course

The course introduces core movement principles including weight transfer, levels, dynamics, movement qualities, body-led initiation and core support. Participants work with material drawn from contemporary dance and some street dance styles, applying foundational technique through creative and set tasks. Teaching combines tutor demonstrations with guided activities undertaken individually, in pairs and as a group. The sessions address body awareness, efficient movement and physical safety, alongside opportunities to perform and express ideas through dance and creative movement.

What you'll learn

• Apply weight, levels and dynamics to initiate, propel and modify movement
• Recognise and use different movement qualities
• Use the core to support movement and develop greater body awareness
• Apply foundational elements of contemporary dance and some street dance styles
• Move and express ideas through dance with greater ease and confidence

Is this course right for you?

The course is open to all abilities, with adaptations available where needed. It involves physical activity ranging from low to intense exercise, so participants should be able to sustain that level of exertion. Activities include individual work as well as paired and group tasks.

• Adaptations can be made for different abilities
• The class includes low to intense physical exercise
• Participation involves individual, paired and group activities

Before you go

• Wear comfortable clothes suitable for movement. As some sessions may include floorwork, a long-sleeved top and trousers are advisable.
• Bring socks and trainers.