Note: Grade 10 students can take more than one dance class at the same time.
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DANCE FOUNDATIONS 10
An extension to Dance Foundations 9, Dance Foundations 10 is open to any level dancer. No previous experience necessary. A variety of dance styles will be explored which could include Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Lyrical, Ballet, Disco, Street Jazz and more. This course includes warmups and various dance activities. Dance vocabulary and technique is further developed alongside exploration of choreography. Students can expect to work individually, in pairs, small groups, and as a class to create one class dance piece to be performed at the Year End Dance Recital. Please note that students who take a dance class in grade 10, 11, and 12 will be qualified for a dance scholarship upon graduation.
NEW COURSE! DANCE CREW 10
Dance Crew 10 is a new course for students who are interested in focussing on urban dance styles such as Hip Hop, Tutting, Locking, Breakdance, and more. Students do not need to have previous experience. The general structure will include warmups, team building exercises, small group movement explorations, and technical building. This is a great course for beginner to intermediate dancers and adjustments in difficulty levels are made for more advanced students as well. Through a progressive approach, students can expect to improve in strength, flexibility, stamina, balance, and coordination; in addition to building confidence, building trust with one another, and learning how to lead by example. Students can expect to work in pairs, small groups, and as a large class in preparation for the Year End Dance Recital. Please note that students who take a dance class in grade 10, 11, and 12 will be eligible for a dance scholarship upon graduation.
DANCE COMPANY 10 (by audition)
Dance Company 10 is open to qualified grade 10 students who may apply through teacher approval or an audition. This course is a class for students who are highly motivated and those who have extensive previous dance training or experience in either modern, jazz, ballet, hip hop, or breakdance. It is recommended that students take an additional dance class in either dance foundations or an after–school dance course to improve their technical learning. There are two groups in this class. One focuses on hip hop technique while the other focuses on modern technique. Students are given the opportunity to create their own choreography to be presented in future shows. Students also participate in a large class dance to be performed at the Burnaby Festival of Dance and the Year End Dance recital. Please note that students who take a dance class in grade 10, 11, and 12 will be eligible for a dance scholarship upon graduation.
WORLD DANCE 10 (after school)
World Dance is a 4 credit 9th block course for grade 10 students. Previous experience is not necessary. Students will explore at least 2 types of world dance styles that may include Bhangra, Tahitian, Tinikling, Hawaiian, Broadway Jazz, Musical Theatre, or Maori Poi. Students will learn dance technique, choreography, history, and other aspects such as costuming and performance. Students may be asked to perform at various events which includes the year end dance recital. Please note that students who take a dance class in grade 10, 11, and 12 will be eligible for a dance scholarship upon graduation.
DANCE PRODUCTION 10 (after school)
Dance Production is a 4 credit 9th block course for grade 10 students. There is no dancing involved in this course and no experience is necessary. Students gain experience in the behind-the-scenes aspects of putting on a dance show. Students can expect to improve their practical skills in the areas of costume design, graphic design, marketing, organization, stage effects, music mixing, set construction, makeup design, prop design, and stage management. Teamwork is a huge aspect of this class. Students who are not enrolled in another dance course will be expected to help run the year end dance recital backstage. This course would be beneficial for students who are thinking of pursuing marketing, visual art, fashion design, or stage management. Please note that students who take a dance class in grade 10, 11, and 12 will be eligible for a dance scholarship upon graduation.