DNCE 360 - Dance Injury Prevention

Description:
The purpose of this course is to explore dance related injuries and their most common causes, analyze movement tendencies, and investigate research to reduce injury, expel myths and enhance performance. Course will be offered on odd numbered years (Spring).

Prerequisites:
Prerequisite: DNCE 355.

Credits: (3)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

Demonstrate a working knowledge of fundamental body mechanics and principles of correct anatomical body alignment in order to train safely and efficiently.
Analyze common dance-related injuries and their causes.
Assess general principles of dance injury prevention as well as specific exercises to increase strength, flexibility, mobility and control in the dance classroom
Design a dance specific conditioning program using current research and resources.