THEA 330 - Kinesiology of Dance

3 Credits

An introduction to the field of Dance Science for performers. Emphasis is placed on anatomical analysis, conditioning principles and injury prevention,with special attention given to application of information to technique class, rehearsal, choreography and individual anomalies. The student will be introduced to the field of dance science with a focus on specific application of the information to the dancer’s health, technique and injury prevention. the course covers the skeleton, specific muscles and their actions, chronic injuries and anatomical abnormalities common to dancers, and methods of assessing posture and fitness, as well as healthy lifestyle choices and professional care options.