PED-172 Latin, Hip Hop, Swing and Social Dance

This course focuses on the development of introductory skills, fundamental steps, patterns and techniques of dances (such as Merengue, Salsa, and Cumbia), variations of the Swing/Jive and other selected social dances. The Hip Hop portion of the course will focus on the development of skills, exploration of movement fundamentals and the creation of dance choreographies. The historical background of each dance style will also be taught. Not available for supplemental.