NCSSM COURSE CAtAlOG - North Carolina School of Science and ...
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use <strong>of</strong> breath to support mindful movement that develops strength <strong>and</strong><br />
flexibility. The Pilates mat work is especially effective in the development <strong>of</strong> core<br />
strength, while the Yoga emphasizes flow, balance, <strong>and</strong> flexibility. No previous<br />
experience with Pilates or Yoga is required. Students meet in class weekly for 90<br />
minutes <strong>and</strong> are expected to participate in two additional weekly exercise<br />
sessions beyond the class meeting to comply with the Surgeon General’s<br />
recommendation <strong>of</strong> three moderate exercise sessions weekly.<br />
PA148 Social <strong>and</strong> Folk Dance<br />
One trimester<br />
Credit: One unit physical activity or additional elective credit.<br />
Meeting pattern: One period per week including lab.<br />
Students learn a selection <strong>of</strong> dances that are typically performed in social<br />
situations. Dances are drawn from a variety <strong>of</strong> forms such as ballroom, Latin, line<br />
dance, <strong>and</strong> international folk dance. Emphasis is on energetic dances that help<br />
develop coordination <strong>and</strong> rhythmic skills. Class work includes a full body warm<br />
up <strong>and</strong> contextual information about the dance forms. No previous experience<br />
with dance is required. Students meet in class weekly for 90 minutes <strong>and</strong> are<br />
expected to participate in two additional weekly exercise sessions beyond the<br />
class meeting to comply with the Surgeon General’s recommendation <strong>of</strong> three<br />
moderate exercise sessions weekly.<br />
PA150 Studio to Stage<br />
One trimester<br />
Credit: One unit physical activity or additional elective credit.<br />
Meeting pattern: One period per week including lab.<br />
This course is designed for students who are interested in performing in our<br />
annual spring dance concert. The focus is on dance technique <strong>and</strong><br />
choreography. No experience necessary. Students meet in class weekly for 90<br />
minutes <strong>and</strong> are expected to participate in two additional weekly exercise<br />
sessions beyond the class meeting to comply with the Surgeon General’s<br />
recommendation <strong>of</strong> three moderate exercise sessions weekly.<br />
PA152 Ballet<br />
One trimester<br />
Credit: One unit physical activity or additional elective credit.<br />
Meeting pattern: One period per week including lab.<br />
This course is designed for students interested in ballet. Students learn<br />
coordination, musicality, <strong>and</strong> strength as well as ballet vocabulary <strong>and</strong><br />
choreography. No experience necessary. Students meet in class weekly for 90<br />
minutes <strong>and</strong> are expected to participate in two additional weekly exercise<br />
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