Learning Recommendations: C or better in any General Physical Education class

General Description: This is a one-semester class that may be repeated and is for students who are interested in ballet and dance.  This class will both condition and work on body placement and posture.  Dance is a total fitness package – a low impact, non-jarring activity that lengthens the body’s muscles, increases mobility, builds strong muscles, and increases endurances, flexibility, coordination, and balance.  

Content:  Class activities include daily participation, performances, skills and written tests, cardiovascular fitness, observation and analysis of dance performances.

Strategies:  Group projects, group choreography, dailiy warm-up and strengthening routines

Homework:  Minimal

Course Fee / Materials:  PE Shirt Required.  Race Timing Chip/Bib fee approx. $10