DAN 26000 Anatomy for Dancers

This course is a study of anatomical principles as they apply to dance training and performance. Emphasis on optimal dance movement and the related principles for understanding the function of bones, joints, and muscles in movement, and the physiological systems that support these functions. By applying these principles, dancers can help reduce their risk of injury, enhance their performance longevity, and improve their own teaching of dance techniques.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

sophomore standing.

Offered

fall semester of even numbered years.