PE 141 Swing Dancing

Introductory course in single and triple-time East Coast swing. Students will learn basic steps and proper technique, posture, balance and coordination. Students will learn how social dance contributes to an active lifestyle, improves confidence and well-being and reduces stress. Repeatable up to 12 credits.

Credits

1

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Explain the general, physical, mental and social benefits of dancing
2. Demonstrate proper dance etiquette on and off the dance floor
3. Demonstrate proper posture and frame while dancing as a lead or follow
4. Dance as a lead or follow East Coast swing single- and triple-time basic steps
5. Dance as a lead or follow beginning and intermediate level steps, figures and combinations