DNCE 30 - AFRICAN DANCE I

    Recent Professors
    M. Jones
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026, Spring 2025, Spring 2024, Spring 2023
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    1
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    CSUCSU GE Area E
    Description
    This is an overview course that introduces dances from African cultures. Students will examine the role of dance in the African society through the practice of dance traditions and rituals. Discussions on African history, empires, and instruments will help to shape the study of African dance performance. African dance movements, steps and styles will be taught with emphasis on body alignment, coordination, rhythm and body positions. All classes are aerobic in nature. Field trips may be required.
    Usually Held
    Tue 7:30pm–9:20pm, Tue 7:00pm–8:50pm