Fall 2024 - CA 122 D100
Dance Training and Movement Systems I (5)
Class Number: 5406
Delivery Method: In Person
Overview
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Course Times + Location:
Sep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Mon, Wed, Fri, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
GOLDCORPSep 4 – Dec 3, 2024: Mon, Wed, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
GOLDCORPSep 4 – Oct 11, 2024: Tue, Thu, Fri, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
GOLDCORPOct 15, 2024: Tue, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
GOLDCORPOct 15, 2024: Tue, 12:30–2:20 p.m.
GOLDCORPOct 16 – Dec 3, 2024: Tue, Thu, Fri, 9:30–11:20 a.m.
GOLDCORP
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Instructor:
Marla Eist
eist@sfu.ca
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Instructor:
Nicole Bond
nbond@sfu.ca
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Instructor:
Stina Fredriksson
sefredri@sfu.ca
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Prerequisites:
Prior approval as a result of an audition. Corequisite: CA 122 and CA 129 must be taken concurrently.
Description
CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:
First of two studio courses in contemporary dance, ballet and other movement techniques. This is one of four courses required for entry into the dance major and minor programs. Students with credit for FPA 122 may not take this course for further credit.
COURSE DETAILS:
First of two studio courses in contemporary dance, ballet and other movement techniques. This is one of four courses required for entry into the dance major and minor programs. Students with credit for FPA 122 may not take this course for further credit.
COURSE DETAILS:
Contemporary Dance Component:
Studio work in contemporary dance. The course will use a variety of contemporary dance practises/movement forms and improvisational tasks to develop somatic awareness, functional and resilient body alignment, increase strength, stamina, flexibility, explore articulation and isolation of spine and limbs and expand rhythmic, spatial and dynamic movement choices. The development of cognitive versatility when exploring movement alternatives will be cultivated. Students are encouraged to work with curiosity, rigour and care for themselves and their cohort across a wide range of movement forms.
Ballet Component:
The emphasis of this ballet class will be on an anatomically sound contemporary approach to ballet technique to support students with diverse skill sets and training backgrounds. A number of elements from various classical methodologies well be employed and incorporated in the course. Anatomically sound principles of the body will be employed and will be contrasted with body myths and misconceptions, which can be harmful, unbalanced or even injurios. Each student will be encouraged to work constructively with their individual structure. We will work to promote awareness and efficient use of the body in ways applicable to ballet technique and all other dance forms.
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
COURSE-LEVEL EDUCATIONAL GOALS:
Students will deepen their understanding and appreciation for the expressive capacity and physical intelligence of the human body.
Students will work to develop strategies for managing personal motivation, focus and concentration to promote skill development and personal agency through the art and practice of dance.
Students will be encouraged to manage their own health and wellness (physical/mental/emotional) as a dancer in a full-time University Dance Program.
Grading
- Technical Level 40%
- Growth/Improvement: 30%
- Professional Work Habits/Active Participation 30%
NOTES:
GRADING: *Note: Final Grades in Dance Training and Movement Systems I, shall be an average of the grades given the Ballet and Contemporary Technique components of the course. (Video and other small assignments may be used during the semester as an assessment tool.)
-Determined by observation of in-class work throughout the semester.
Technical Level: 40% Ability to execute warm-up, center combinations and phrases through space ultilizing the principles set forth in the course description, as well as a mindful consistency in deepening the artistic commitment brought to this process. Daily commitment to the working process and an engaged, curious and progressive approach to practice.
Growth/Improvement: 30% Improvement/change and growth throughout the semester Professional
Work Habits/Active Participation: 30% The way you take and work in your daily class: punctuality, regular attendance, consistency of focus and practise, integration of feedback, willingness to take risks and embrace change, the depth of your presence/practise in class.
REQUIREMENTS:
DANCE AREA GRADING POLICY IN REGARDS TO ATTENDANCE IN STUDIO COURSES: Attendance is mandatory in all studio classes. Any missed studio classes will affect your grade. This policy does not give you permission to miss classes. The policy only documents the specific outcomes of missing class. It is understood that some courses are mostly or completely participatory (technique). In these courses your grade will be greatly affected by any absences. In specific situations related to illness, emergencies, injury, etc., communication with your faculty is important and excusing these absences will be at the discretion of the instructor and Dance Area Coordinator.
MID-SEMESTER MEETING: Participation in an individual mid-semester meeting (to be arranged with your instructors) is mandatory. Your instructors will provide you with a way to sign-up for mid-semester meetings. Students may also schedule an appointment with the instructor/s during the semester, as needed.
WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT: Instructions for written assignments will be provided by your individual instructors.
Materials
MATERIALS + SUPPLIES:
MATERIALS & SUPPLIES: *Please note: Pointe Work - Students must ask the instructor for permission to take ballet class on pointe. No rosin allowed in studios. REQUIRED READING NOTES: Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials
REQUIRED READING NOTES:
Your personalized Course Material list, including digital and physical textbooks, are available through the SFU Bookstore website by simply entering your Computing ID at: shop.sfu.ca/course-materials/my-personalized-course-materials.
Registrar Notes:
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: YOUR WORK, YOUR SUCCESS
SFU’s Academic Integrity website http://www.sfu.ca/students/academicintegrity.html is filled with information on what is meant by academic dishonesty, where you can find resources to help with your studies and the consequences of cheating. Check out the site for more information and videos that help explain the issues in plain English.
Each student is responsible for his or her conduct as it affects the university community. Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, is ultimately destructive of the values of the university. Furthermore, it is unfair and discouraging to the majority of students who pursue their studies honestly. Scholarly integrity is required of all members of the university. http://www.sfu.ca/policies/gazette/student/s10-01.html
RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION
Students with a faith background who may need accommodations during the term are encouraged to assess their needs as soon as possible and review the Multifaith religious accommodations website. The page outlines ways they begin working toward an accommodation and ensure solutions can be reached in a timely fashion.