Afro contemporary dance
Course
In London
Description
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Type
Course
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Location
London
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Start date
Different dates available
The course is about developing the dance styles and music from West Africa with Contemporary dance influences. The course will use undulating sequences to develop fluidity within the movement. Further techniques will be incorporated to develop the grounded aspect in West African Dance. The course will develop the dynamic flavours of Afro Contemporary dance by incorporating styles from; Senegal, Guinean, Benin and many more.
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About this course
Explore dance styles from different regions of West Africa
Use spatial awareness and co-ordination in relation to dance
Develop increased stamina and fitness
Demonstrate improved knowledge and musicality
Perform the dance sequences with a strong dynamic and confidence.
Please wear clothing that does not restrict your movement and allows you to adapt to changes in your body temperature. Bare feet or anti-grip socks should be used except in exceptional cases to be discussed with the teacher. We recommend a dance belt be worn by men and all students to tie their hair back if it is long for their own safety and comfort. Please remove jewellery for both comfort and health and safety.
Teacher Demonstrations and supportive feedback
HEALTH CHECK
You may or may not be asked to participate in rigorous activity from time to time. Please consider whether you could do this, if you are in any doubt consult a medical practitioner.
As part of the course content, your tutor may record your image for initial and ongoing assessment purposes. You are entitled to decline to participate in the recording of your image.
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Subjects
- Contemporary Dance
- Music
- Dance
Course programme
Each class will commence with a warm up followed by development of the movement topic, for example Sabar movements. Travelling sequences are used to develop the dynamic of Afro Contemporary dance, incorporating elevation sequences which have a distinct rapport to the music. An Afro Contemporary sequence will be worked on which is a combination of movement learnt during the course and occasionaly Afro Contemporary dance improvisation will covered.
Additional information
Afro contemporary dance