Nov 22, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

DANC 1040 - Intro to Dance Jazz I


An introduction to jazz dance techniques and jazz dance styles. Emphasis will be placed on developing basic jazz skills that serve as the foundation for all styles of jazz dance from vernacular through hip-hop. Students will learn the dance vocabulary that is specific to jazz dance and that incorporates strength, flexibility, coordination, and rhythmic awareness.

Credit Hours: 1
Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 2.0 hours.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 studio
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Demonstrate basic jazz dance skills in several different jazz styles.
  • Demonstrate improved coordination, strength, flexibility and rhythmic awareness.


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