09DAN

Year 9 Dance

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Kerrily Aitchison.


You will learn a variety of performance skills and techniques through various genres such as Hip Hop, Contemporary and also exploring genres from other cultures. There will be the opportunity to choreograph in small groups, pairs and as individuals to help you explore how to communicate through your body. There is a large focus on interpersonal skills and communicating with others.

We will spend time watching dance and observing how to use the elements of dance to best communicate with our audience. There may be the opportunity to perform in the Junior Arts showcase and to watch a live dance performance.

All assessments are performed in front of peers and a camera so we can reflect on our learning.

Course Costs

There may be an opportunity to further extend learning with visits to live performances or attend specialist workshops in school (costs TBC).
Students also require a 1B8 exercise book.

Description Type Value
Course Contribution Contribution $25.00
$25.00

Pathway

Disclaimer

Course availability is dependent on numbers and staffing, and course entry cannot be confirmed until the beginning of the 2025 school year.