Description:

This is an introduction to ballroom dance with emphasis on basic patterns and fundamental steps of the waltz, fox trot, swing, polka and cha-cha. Common rules of dance courtesy and a brief overview of ballroom dance history will be included. Music or dance background is not necessary. 2 hrs./wk. This course will meet the general education requirement for Health and/or Physical Education.

Associated Costs: These are additional (out-of-pocket) expense considerations that students should expect in addition to the course tuition, fees, and textbooks. $20 to $40.

Supplies: Refer to the instructor's course syllabus for details about any supplies that may be required.

Prerequisites: NONE

Textbook(s): For information see - http://bookstore.jccc.net

Course Fees: NONE

Course Objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course the student should be able to:

1. Perform basic steps in foxtrot, polka, cha-cha and western two-step and line dances in rhythm with the music.
2. Develop knowledge of basic courtesy on the dance floor.
3. Explore that ballroom dancing is enjoyable.
4. Explore as a part of a fitness routine and stress reliever.

Content Outline & Competencies:

I. Foxtrot
   A. Demonstrate the proper dance position of foxtrot
   B. Perform basic step specific to foxtrot
   C. Perform turns required of the foxtrot
   D. Explore variations of basic step of foxtrot

II. Polka
   A. Demonstrate the proper dance position of polka
   B. Perform basic step specific to polka
   C. Perform turns required of the polka
   D. Explore variations of basic step of polka

III. Cha-Cha
   A. Demonstrate the proper dance position of cha-cha
   B. Perform basic step specific to cha-cha
   C. Perform turns required of the cha-cha
   D. Explore variations of basic step of cha-cha

IV Swing
   A. Demonstrate the proper dance position of swing
   B. Perform basic step specific to swing
   C. Perform turns required of the swing
   D. Explore variations of basic step of swing

V. Western Dance
   A. Demonstrate the proper dance positions for two-step
   B. Perform basic two-step
   C. Perform turns as options in the two-step
   D. Explore variations of the two-step

VI Line Dance
   A. Perform basic steps in line dance
   B. Explore variations of  line dances

Methods of Evaluation of Competencies:

Evaluation of student mastery of course competencies will be accomplished using the following methods:

In-Class physical demonstration of competencies  40-60% of grade
Written examinations                             20-30% of grade
Skills development Tests                         20-30% of grade
Projects                                          0-10% of grade
                   Total:                          100%

Caveats: NONE

Disabilities:

If you are a student with a disability, and if you will be requesting accommodations, it is your responsibility to contact Access Services. Access Services will recommend any appropriate accommodations to your professor and his/her director. The professor and director will identify for you which accommodations will be arranged.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521 or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.