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THTD 39906 - Dance-Based Body Awareness

Course Credit: 1
DANCE-BASED BODY AWARENESS  An introductory overview of somatic movement in the context of dance.  Various techniques of body awareness will be covered including yoga, Pilates, breathwork, and basic kinesiology.  Instruction will include readings and discussions as well as physical exploration in the studio.  Emphasis will be placed on the origins, meanings, and artistic effects of these techniques, how dancing bodies experience these techniques, and how regular practice promotes a connection between the mind and the body. [AH]