This course introduces dance technique beginning principles with an emphasis on historical and cultural awareness, flexibility, body awareness, fitness principles, artistic diversity, and the choreographic process. Dance styles include, but are not limited to ballet, modern, contemporary, Broadway, novelty, jazz, hip-hop, high kick, and pom. Strength and flexibility will be taught as well. Dancers will have performance opportunities throughout the year, including winter holiday show and annual spring recital, and possible pep rally performances.