LA Dance Department - Advance Dance

Advance Dance

Course Overview

Dancers in this advanced class will develop a deeper understanding of the skills of technique, strength, flexibility, alignment, endurance, coordination and performance qualities (focus, confidence, artistic intent). They will have the opportunity to explore various genres of movement as well as incorporate the elements of dance to create their own movement vocabulary. Dancers will work to develop body awareness and kinesthetic awareness as we build flexibility, stamina, and muscle tone. They will also have an understanding of various dance genres, history, elements, and cultures while exploring dance as a means of expression. Dancers will have the opportunity to not only train their bodies but also examine and contextualize the historical and social underpinnings surrounding the WORLD of DANCE! Students will be able to experience training in Ballet, Hip Hop, Jazz, Improvisation, Composition and Modern/Contemporary dance. Students will also gain insight into Dance History and Dance Media/technology. To be literate in the arts, students need specific knowledge and skills in a particular arts discipline to a degree that allows for fluency and deep understanding. In dance, this means discovering the expressive elements of dance; knowing the terminology that is used to comprehend dance; having a clear sense of embodying dance; and being able to reflect, critique, and connect personal experience to dance. The dance curriculum at League is designed to reflect the National Standards for Dance Education and the S.C. Frameworks for Dance Education.

Winter Showcase Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Magnet Open House: Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Greenville County Dance Festival: Saturday, February 7, 2026

Spring Concert Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Syllabus

Classroom Supplies

Black Leggings and a black leotard will be needed for designated technique days and our end of the year performances.
Dancers may wear any color leggings for class as long as they are not mesh or see-through. Solid color athletic shirts or t-shirts are required for class. Shirts cannot have graphics or words. League shirts are allowed. Tank tops, crop tops and shorts are not acceptable for class.

* Black leotards can be found on Amazon, Target, Capezio.com, discountdance.com, or the Sock Basket (2433 Laurens Rd, Greenville, SC 29607).

Chromebook
Water Bottle
Deodorant (to keep in locker)
Students will have a locker in the dressing room and will dress out for class each day. Dressing out is a part of their participation grade. If a student does not dress out for class, 10 points will be taken from their participation grade for that day. Dance attire must follow the League Academy dress code. Hair must be pulled back during class.

E-learning: Google Meet guidelines for students.

Grading/Redo Information

Master Class Schedule:

7:45-8:15 (Morning Duty)

8:00- 8:40 (Planning)

8:42- 9:29 (2nd Period- Advanced Dance)

9:34-10:20 (3rd Period- Intermediate Dance)

10:24-11:12 (4th Period-6th Grade)

11:12- 12:40 (Lunch/Planning)

12:44- 1:31 (6th Period- 8th Grade)

1:37- 2:24 (7th Period- 7th Grade)

2:27- 3:15 (8th Period- 6th Grade)

3:15- 3:30 (Dismissal)