DANC 151.1 - Social Dance I

DANC 151.1 Social Dance I

This is an introductory Social Dance class geared to beginners and taught with an emphasis on the social aspects of dance. The basics of several dance styles are taught, with attention paid to footwork, posture, and the arts of leading, following, and co-creating a dance. Each semester dances are selected from the following list: East Coast Swing, Triple Step Swing, Slow Waltzes, Cha cha, Night Club Two- Step, Tango, Foxtrot, Rumba, Merengue and Salsa. Partners are not required; no prior experience needed.

Units: 0.5 or 1
Degree Credit
Grade Option (Letter Grade or Pass/No Pass)
  • Lab hours/semester: 24-54
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
AA/AS Degree Requirements: Area E4
Transfer Credit: CSU (CSU GE Area E2), UC
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College of San Mateo

Department: Kinesiology

Number of Units: .5


This description is for the Fall 2024 term