Dance Department EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS SUBJECTS & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS. Dance Specialities (DNCESPC)

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1 S2-108F DANCE (323) The ELAC is concerned with the dance training of anyone with any level of interest, ability, and skill in dance in order to help each student reach a functional performance level in dance. The ambassadors of Dance at ELAC, our Let s Dance Company, has auditions every semester to place all levels of dancers in core technique courses, which significantly develop their skills in just two years. We provide an outstanding comprehensive curriculum for the student who aspires to become a professional dancer, or for the student who wants to complete a general education, or for someone who just wants to dance better throughout life. Our S2 Dance Building houses two of the largest smart classrooms for dance technique classes in Southern California, and we also share a beautiful 350-seat recital hall in our building with Music. This state-of-the-art facility helps our dedicated faculty provide an exceptional, comprehensive curriculum for the dance student with any goals. Many of our Let s Dance Company alumni are teaching dance in community services, recreation, and after school programs everywhere in our service area. Some of our dancers are dancing in Community Theater, on Cruise Lines, and even on Broadway! The ELAC has performance opportunities each semester in the Recital Hall, in the community, and the Let s Dance Company has even performed in European performance tours. The East Los Angeles College Let s Dance Company (LDC) consists of passionate, committed, and talented young women and men. LDC represents a diverse group of prestigious dancers with multi-cultural backgrounds who obtain a common goal to grow and prosper by taking an enthusiastic approach to learning, bonding, and gathering memorable experiences. Through this process of unification, they develop a strong foundation of camaraderie and demonstrate persistent dedication. Years of refined disciplinary skills contribute towards their accomplishments in rehearsals, performances, community events, tours, academic goals, and future endeavors. The LDC members are well aware that they are constantly in the public eye throughout the community and always do their best to represent East Los Angeles College with the utmost respect, traditions, and pride. For more information about Dance at ELAC and the LDC, performance information, audition schedules, and ticketing, please call the Director/Chair, Kimberly Rabins, at Faculty Rabins, Kimberly D., Chair, Professor Crawford, Richard C., Professor Reutimann, Kristin P., Associate Professor Adjunct Associate Professors Evans, Wanda Lee Karmiryan, Kristina Yee, Annie EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS SUBJECTS Dance Specialities Dance Studies Dance Techniques Title 5 changes effective Fall 2013 substantially restrict how many times students can take specific types of classes. Students enrolled in active participation courses in Kinesiology, visual arts, or performing arts are limited to four (4) enrollments per family. Failures and W grades count as enrollments. A family can contain multiple courses, but a student can only take four of them. LACCD courses in, Art, Dance Techniques, Kinesiology, Music, and Theater are all affected. For courses in the Dance department, families have been created as follows: DANCE FAMILY NAMES AND COURSE NUMBERS: Ballet Techniques DANCETQ 111, 112, 113, 114 Latin and Social Dance...DANCETQ 321,, 322, 411, 412 Dance Productions DANCETQ 814, 815, 816, 820, 821 Hip Hop Techniques... DANCETQ 171, 172, 173, 174 Jazz Dance Techniques... DANCETQ 121, 122, 123, 124, 468 Modern Dance Techniques... DANCETQ 141, 142, 143, 144 Special Projects in Dance... DANCETQ 535, 536, 537, 538 Tap Dance DANCETQ 211, 212 Yoga/Stress Management...DANCETQ 181, 182, 221, 222, 570, 571, 572, 573, KIN 247 Dance Choreography...DANCEST 452 Dance Performance...DANCEST 822, 823 Folk Dance Forms. DANCESP 491, 492, DANCETQ 421, 422 SUBJECTS & COURSE DESCRIPTIONS Dance Specialities (DNCESPC) 491 Special Topics in Dance I (1) CSU This course introduces students to the historical and cultural origins and fundamental Dance Techniques of folk, ethnic, recreational, or other specialized dance genres. Foundational steps and combinations of steps from the particular genre are utilized by students to create an understanding of musical phrasing and rhythms utilized in that particular dance form. This level one course provides a foundation for further study in the particular genre of dance. 492 Special Topics in Dance II (1) CSU Prerequisite: Dance Specialities 491. This course continues to expose students to the historical and cultural origins and beginning Dance Techniques of folk, ethnic, recreational, or other specialized dance genres. Basic steps and combinations of steps from the particular genre are utilized by students to establish a basic knowledge of musical 214 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG

2 phrasing and rhythms utilized in that particular dance form. This level two course provides a greater foundation for further study in the particular genre of dance. Dance Studies (DANCEST) 452 Introduction to Choreography (2) UC:CSU Advisories: Dance Techniques 111, or 121 or 141 or 171, or 535, or 570 or Dance Specialties 491. Lecture 1 hour; Laboratory 2 hours. This course introduces students to choreography with an emphasis on basic steps and combinations, creating dances, terminology, music, and appreciation of dance as a performing art form. 457 Dance Perspectives and Appreciation (3) UC:CSU IGETC Area 3A LECTURE, 3 HOURS. This course focuses on historical perspectives, world dance cultures, dance as an art form, and appreciation of dance in its various forms, folk, ethnic, artistic-theatrical, and social. 458 Latin American Dance Cultures (3) UC:CSU IGETC Area 3A LECTURE, 3 HOURS. This class focuses on Latin American folk dance appreciation, studying dance as culture, and how each region manifests its traditions, history, and lifestyle as expressed through movement. Students explore and analyze folk dances and how they are reflected by the worldview of people who practice them. They also analyze symbolic movements from selected dances to recognize the quality of movement and the relationship between religious and secular dances 814 Dance Production I (2) UC:CSU Note: Audition required. LECTURE, 1 HOUR; LABORATORY, 2 HOURS. This course provides fundamental instruction and laboratory experience in methods and techniques involved in producing a dance concert, including publicity, lighting, audio, costuming, audition and performance skills, and dance critique and assessment. 815 Dance Production II (2) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Studies 814. LECTURE, 1 HOURS; LABORATORY, 2 HOURS. This course provides basic instruction and laboratory experience in methods and techniques involved in producing a dance concert; including publicity, lighting, audio, marketing, and audition and performance. 816 Dance Production III (2) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Studies 815. LECTURE, 1 HOURS; LABORATORY, 2 HOURS. This course provides instruction and intermediate laboratory experience in methods and techniques involved in producing a dance concert; including publicity, lighting, audio, costuming, audition and performance skills, and dance critique and assessment. 820 Dance Staging and Methods (4) UC:CSU LECTURE, 2 HOURS; LABORATORY, 4 HOURS. This course provides instruction and laboratory experience in methods and techniques involved in producing a dance concert or event, including rehearsal management, scheduling, choreographic applications, lighting, costuming, publicity, audition and performance skills, dance critique and assessment. 821 Dance Staging and Methods II (4) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Studies 820. LECTURE, 2 HOURS; LABORATORY, 4 HOURS. This course provides basic discussion and laboratory experience in methods and techniques involved in producing a dance concert or dance event, including rehearsal management, scheduling, beginning choreographic applications, lighting, costuming, publicity, audition and basic performance skills, and dance critique and assessment. 822 Dance Rehearsals and Performances I (1) UC:CSU LECTURE, 0.5 HOUR; LABORATORY, 2.50 HOURS. This course is structured rehearsal time for the study and performance of selected dance works, which may be traditional, contemporary, or experimental in concept and composition. Students participate as dancers and may perform on campus and/or in the community. 823 Dance Rehearsals and Performances II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Studies 822. LECTURE, 0.5 HOUR; LABORATORY, 2.50 HOURS. This course further explores the study and performance of selected dance works through structured rehearsal time. Examination of the dancer s role in the creative process such as, improvisational techniques, movement assignments, characterization and style attributes exposes students to a deeper understanding of dance as a historical and performing art form. Students participate as dancers and may perform on campus and/or in the community. 826 Dance Performance Company (1) UC:CSU RPT3 This course develops knowledge and techniques for students to perform in college-based, professional dance companies and/or touring dance troupes. Students explore various dance genres which enhance their abilities to become well-rounded dance artists in and around our community. This course provides opportunities for participation in the American College Annual Dance Festival and the Los Angeles Community College Dance Competition/Invitational as part of the East Los Angeles College Dance Company, as well as opportunities for master classes, community outreach, performances and college-sponsored events, and national and international tours. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG

3 Dance Techniques (DANCETQ) 111 Ballet Techniques I (1) UC:CSU This fundamental course in classical ballet provides a foundation for the appreciation of how to take a ballet class by introducing fundamental step sequences and combinations, terminology, music, and appreciation of ballet dance as a historical performing art form, which prepares students for further study in ballet technique. 112 Ballet Techniques II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 111. This beginning level ballet course continues to establish a basic knowledge of a complete classical ballet class by utilizing compound step sequences and combinations, higher level codified terminology, and faster tempo music, and affirms each student s appreciation of ballet dance as a historical and performing art form by reviewing cumulative ballet technique and information while preparing students for further study at higher levels. 113 Ballet Techniques III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 112. This intermediate level ballet course solidifies learned techniques and knowledge of a complete classical ballet class through the application of acquired skills and technical elements demonstrated in compound step sequences and combinations. Advancement of codified ballet terminology, musical phrasing in ballet composition, physical aptitude and performance skills prepare students for higher study of ballet and affirm each student s appreciation of ballet dance as a historical and performing art form. 114 Ballet Techniques IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 113. This pre-performance level ballet course advances acquired techniques and knowledge of a complete classical ballet class with emphasis placed on the development of stylistic nuances in ballet performance. Artistic development of performance components are applied to acquired skills and techniques learned in previous studies of ballet. Students apply knowledge of codified terminology, dancer technique and training, musical phrasing, and performance skills to existing dance technique vocabulary for the purpose of stage performance preparation. Performance practices prepare students for real world performance opportunities and solidify the student s appreciation of ballet dance as a historical and performing art form. 121 Jazz Dance Techniques I (1) UC: CSU This fundamental course in Jazz dance provides a foundation for performance-based dance techniques of Jazz by introducing fundamental step sequencing and combinations, music, terminology and appreciation of the evolution of Jazz dance as a performing art form, which prepares students for further study in Jazz dance technique. 122 Jazz Dance Techniques II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 121. This beginning level Jazz dance course continues to establish basic knowledge of performance-based Jazz dance technique by utilizing compound step sequences and combinations, higher codified level terminology, diverse selections of musical rhythms and phrasing and affirms each student s appreciation of the evolution of Jazz dance as a performing art form by reviewing cumulative jazz technique and information while preparing students for further study at higher levels. 123 Jazz Dance Techniques III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 122. This intermediate level jazz dance course solidifies learned techniques and knowledge of a complete jazz dance class through the application of acquired skills and technical elements demonstrated in compound step sequences and combinations. Advancement of codified terminology used within the jazz genre, musical phrasing, physical aptitude and performance skills prepare students for higher study of jazz dance and affirm each student s appreciation of jazz dance as a historical and performing art form. Social issues in the mid 20th century, including globalization and popularization of jazz as an artistic expressive form are discussed. 124 Jazz Dance Techniques IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 123. This pre-performance level jazz dance course advances acquired techniques and knowledge of a complete jazz technique course with emphasis placed on the development of stylistic nuances in jazz performance. Artistic development of performance components are applied to acquired skills and techniques learned in previous studies of jazz. Students have the opportunity to explore diverse stylings of jazz dance including, but not limited to theatrical jazz, lyrical jazz, jazz funk, and contemporary jazz. Students apply knowledge of codified terminology, dancer technique and training, musical phrasing, and performance skills to existing dance technique vocabulary for the purpose of stage performance preparation. Performance practices prepare students for real world performance opportunities. Sociocultural media influences are assessed to examine performance platforms available for professional jazz dancers today and analyzing jazz dance as a culturally relevant performing art form. 141 Modern Dance Techniques I (1) UC: CSU This fundamental course in modern dance provides a foundation for the appreciation of how to take a modern dance class through an exploration into foundational body movement skills, introductory performance qualities, fundamental theory of modern dance principles, an introduction to various styles of modern dance for the new dancer, and exposure to the historical development of modern dance forms as we know them today. Emphasis is placed on the development of technique and style. 216 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG

4 142 Modern Dance Techniques II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 141. This second level modern dance course establishes basic knowledge of beginning techniques of modern dance. Instruction includes broadening the exploration body movement skills, basic performance qualities, deeper study of modern dance principles,and a greater ability to distinguish the differences of various modern dance forms as we know them today. Emphasis is placed on the development of individual expression and integration of creativity in order to prepare dancers for further study in modern dance. 143 Modern Dance Techniques III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 142. This intermediate level modern dance course solidifies learned techniques and knowledge of a complete modern dance class through the application of acquired skills and technical elements demonstrated within movement form, performance qualities and artistry. Advancement of modern dance terminology, movement theory, physical aptitude, and musical phrasing prepares students for higher study of modern dance and affirms each student s appreciation of modern dance as a historical and performing art form. A review of modern dance history and an exploration of choreographic principles reinforce an understanding of the creative and expressive foundations of modern dance. Social, cultural, and political ideologies illustrated within the genre are surveyed, as well as some basic theoretical perspectives used to analyze the development of modern dance during the early 20th century. 144 Modern Dance Techniques IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 143. This pre-professional level modern dance course advances acquired techniques and knowledge of a complete modern dance class with emphasis placed on the development of stylistic nuances and improvisational techniques demonstrated within movement form and artistry. Artistic development of performance components are applied to acquired skills and techniques learned in previous studies of modern dance. Students apply knowledge of codified terminology, dancer technique and training, musical phrasing, and performance skills to existing dance technique vocabulary for the purpose of stage performance preparation. Performance practices prepare students for real world performance opportunities and solidify student s appreciation of modern dance as a historical and performing art form. Students have the opportunity to create unique projects for a comprehensive understanding of contemporary relevance of this dance form. Social, cultural, and political ideologies illustrated within the genre are surveyed, as well as theoretical perspectives used to analyze the development of post-modern dance during the second half of the 20th century. 171 Hip-Hop Dance Techniques I (1) UC: CSU This fundamental course in Hip Hop dance provides a foundation for Hip Hop and Funk dance techniques by introducing fundamental step sequencing and combinations, music, terminology and the appreciation of Hip Hop dance as a historical performing art form, which prepares students for further study in Hip Hop dance technique. 172 Hip-Hop Dance Techniques II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 171. This beginning level Hip Hop course continues to establish a basic knowledge of Hip Hop and Funk dance techniques by utilizing compound step sequences and combinations, higher level codified terminology, diverse selections of musical rhythms and phrasing and affirms each student s appreciation of Hip Hop dance as a historical and performing art form by reviewing cumulative Hip Hop technique and information while preparing students for further study at higher levels. 173 Hip-Hop Dance Techniques III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 172. This intermediate level hip-hop course solidifies learned techniques and knowledge of a complete hip-hop and funk dance class through the application of acquired skills and technical elements demonstrated in compound step sequences and combinations. Advancement of hip-hop movement vocabulary, diverse selections of musical rhythms and phrasing, physical aptitude, and performance skills prepares students for higher study of hip-hop dance techniques and performance. Exploration of the origins of hip-hop movement and the artistic influences embedded within the culture affirms each student s appreciation of hip-hop dance as a historical and performing art form. 174 Hip-Hop Techniques IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 173. This pre-performance level hip-hop course advances acquired techniques and knowledge of a complete hip-hop and funk class with emphasis placed on the development of stylistic nuances in hip-hop performance. Artistic development of performance components are applied to acquired skills and techniques learned in previous studies of hip-hop. Students apply knowledge of funk and popping techniques, terminology, dancer technique and training, character, musical phrasing, and performance skills to existing dance technique vocabulary for the purpose of stage performance preparation. Exploration of hip-hop dance trends, including music and movement styles will be discussed. Performance practices prepare students for real world performance opportunities and solidify student s appreciation of hip-hop as a historical and performing art form. 181 Pilates I (1) UC: CSU This fundamental level Pilates course focuses on the fundamental exercises which build a foundation of core strength and a nominal level of flexibility, strength, and endurance, which become essential in the proper execution of the exercises and in an increased functional capacity of the body, thereby preparing dancers for later levels of this course. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG

5 182 Pilates II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 181. This course focuses on the basic exercises which continue to build a foundation of core strength and a greater level of flexibility, strength, endurance, and an increased functional capacity of the body, thereby preparing participants for more intermediate levels of this course. 211 Tap Dance Techniques I (1) UC: CSU This course provides students the opportunity to learn and develop fundamental tap dance skills, thereby establishing a foundational knowledge of this dance technique. Besides learning the fundamental elements of this dance style, emphasis is placed on developing skills to a fundamental performance level. In addition, students learn tap dance step terminology and history, which allow students to gain an appreciation for this type of dance as an art form. 212 Tap Dance Techniques II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 211. This course provides students the opportunity to learn and develop beginning tap dance skills, thereby establishing a basic knowledge of this dance technique. Besides learning the basic elements of this dance style, emphasis is placed on developing skills to a basic performance level. In addition, students learn tap dance step terminology and students also learn history and appreciation for this type of dance as an art form. 221 Yoga Skills I (1) UC: CSU This introductory yoga course provides a foundation to conditioning, flexibility, and endurance to supplement Dance Techniques. Yoga focuses on the development of the body/ mind through the use of specific yoga postures, breathing techniques, stretches, mental exercises, and relaxation exercises to obtain greater concentration, self-discipline, and improved physical, mental, and emotional health. The yogic system of exercise allows for different exercises to be modified in range of difficulty from beginning to advanced. Intensity can be increased over time as the body conditions and adapts to the exercises. This is a level one course with a foundational approach to practicing a complete Yoga class. 222 Yoga Skills II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 221. This beginning yoga course provides the basic knowledge of yoga conditioning, flexibility, and endurance to assist the development of a yogic lifestyle. Beginning-level yoga asanas, pranayama techniques, meditation exercises, and relaxation techniques allow students to apply the greater concentration, self-discipline, and improved physical, mental, and emotional health they have previously adopted in the level one course. This level two course is a more intense Yoga class, thereby preparing dancers for more intermediate levels of Yoga. 321 Social Dance I (1) UC: CSU This course is a fundamental survey of common, codified styles of dance typically performed in a social setting as a couple or group. Three or four varying types of social dance are taught each semester from a list that includes: American Rhumba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Line Dancing/Country-Western Swing, East Coast Swing, or American Tango. The dance history and the cultural background are presented for each type of social dance covered in this course. Also, music selection, basic rhythms, and cultural influences on the dance and music of social dance are covered. 322 Social Dance II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 321. This course is a beginning survey of common, codified styles of dance typically performed in a social setting as a couple or group. Three or four varying types of social dance are taught each semester from a list that includes: Waltz, Fox Trot, Samba, West Coast Swing, Danzon, or Disco. The dance history and the cultural background are presented for each type of social dance covered in this course. Also, music selection, basic rhythms, and cultural influences on the dance and music of social dance are covered. 411 Salsa Casino I (1) UC: CSU This course is a fundamental survey of an intensified version of Salsa dance technique called Rueda de Casino, a form of Casino danced in a round with two or more couples exchanging partners as one chosen person calls out codified terminology or cues. Rueda is Spanish for Wheel, and Casino is known outside of Cuba as Salsa. This course explores a regional form of this type of Salsa. In this course, students learn Salsa dance terminology and also learn history and appreciation for this type of dance as an art form. 412 Salsa Casino II (1) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 411. This beginning-level course covers an intensified version of Salsa dance technique called Rueda de Casino, a form of Casino danced in a round with two or more couples exchanging partners as one chosen person calls out codified terminology or cues. Rueda is Spanish for Wheel, and Casino is known outside of Cuba as Salsa. This course further explores a regional form of this type of Salsa. In this course, students learn further Salsa dance terminology and also explore history and appreciation for this type of dance as an art form in greater depth. 421 Mexican Folklorico I (1) UC: CSU LABORATORY, 2 HOURS. This fundamental level course teaches skills and dances from at least three or more of Mexico s dance regions. Emphasis is placed on the historical and cultural context of the development of these dances. Students learn to execute foundational dance steps and patterns with the style appropriate to each region. Discussion of costumes and crafts pertinent to the dances is included. This level one course provides a foundation for further study in the particular genre of dance. 218 EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG

6 422 Mexican Folklorico II (1) UC: CSU PREREQUISITE: DANCE TECHNIQUES 421. LABORATORY, 2 HOURS. This beginning level course teaches skills and dances from at least six or more of Mexico s dance regions. Emphasis is placed on the historical and cultural context of the development of these dances. Students learn to execute basic dance steps and patterns with the style appropriate to each region. Discussion of costumes and crafts pertinent to the dances is included. This level two course provides a basic knowledge for further study in the particular genre of dance. 535 Dance Team Techniques I (2) UC:CSU This course focuses on providing a foundation of dance team technique, performance qualities, and choreography for the Dance Company/Team. Students are required to perform at selected dance department events and/or Dance Company conventions and tours as part of this course requirement. This course is required for the East Los Angeles College Dance Company/Team members. 536 Dance Team Techniques II (2) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 535. This course focuses on beginning dance team techniques, performance qualities and style, and basic repertoire choreography for the Dance Company/Team. Students are required to perform at selected dance department events and/or Dance Company conventions and tours as part of this course requirement. This course is required for the East Los Angeles College Dance Company/Team members. 537 Dance Team Techniques III (2) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 536. This course focuses on intermediate dance team techniques, performance qualities, and performance and touring choreography for the Dance Company/Team. Students are required to perform at selected dance department events and/or Dance Company conventions and tours as part of this course requirement. This course is required for the East Los Angeles College Dance Company/Team members. 538 Dance Team Techniques IV (2) UC: CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 537. This advanced course focuses on pre-performance dance team techniques, applies acquired techniques, and develops stylistic nuances of the particular genre. Students are required to perform at all dance department events and/or Dance Company conventions and tours as part of this course requirement. This course is required for the East Los Angeles College Dance Company/Team members. 571 Conditioning for Dance Team Techniques II (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 570. This course establishes basic knowledge for beginning skills to condition the body for dance. In addition to developing conditioning programs aimed to increase flexibility, strength, core awareness, balance, coordination, and endurance, students have the opportunity to enhance fundamental dance techniques through discussion and application of warm-up skills, movement sequences, and beginning dance combinations. 572 Conditioning for Dance Team Techniques III (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 571. This intermediate level course solidifies learned techniques and knowledge to condition the body for dance through the application of acquired skills and technical elements demonstrated in flexibility and strength programs, compound step sequences, and combinations. Students have the opportunity to construct unique conditioning programs to challenge core awareness, balance, coordination and endurance. Advancement of dance techniques through discussion and application of warm-up skills, movement sequences, and intermediate dance combinations prepare students for dance performance. Dance team responsibilities, training, etiquette and the audition process are discussed to prepare students for future audition experiences. 573 Conditioning for Dance Team Techniques IV (1) UC:CSU Prerequisite: Dance Techniques 572. This pre-performance level dance course advances acquired techniques and knowledge of a complete conditioning for dance class with emphasis placed on the development of stylistic nuances and dynamic range for dancer performance. Artistic development of performance components and advancement in conditioning techniques are applied to acquired skills learned in previous dance conditioning programs. Students apply knowledge of codified terminology, dancer technique and training, musical phrasing, and performance skills to existing dance technique vocabulary for the purpose of stage performance preparation. Dancer marketing materials, including dance resume, bio and head shots are discussed. Simulation of professional dance auditions further prepare students for real-life audition processes. 570 Conditioning for Dance Team Techniques I (1) UC:CSU This course develops knowledge and provides skills to condition the body for dance. In addition to exploring various conditioning programs, it offers an opportunity to enhance Dance Techniques. EAST LOS ANGELES COLLEGE GENERAL CATALOG