Jun 28, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024

DANC 1240 - Jazz Dance Technique I


Beginning through intermediate level instruction in various styles of jazz dance including the use of proper technique, performance quality, and rhythmic complexity. Development of movement skills from various styles of jazz through using a series of challenging exercises and movement phrases to improve technique and to build strength, stamina, and performance quality.

Requisites: Permission required
Credit Hours: 1.5
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 3.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 studio
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate accurate movement reproduction and performance quality in various jazz styles.
  • Demonstrate beginning through intermediate level skills in jazz dance technique including: proper technique and form of specific style.
  • Demonstrate rhythmic accuracy and sensitivity.


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