10DANC

Year 10 Dance

Course Description

Teacher in Charge: Mrs G. Visser-Heydon.

Welcome to the exciting world of Dance! Work will build on the introduction to Dance that students experienced in the Year 9 Dance course. Students will develop practical and theoretical knowledge in Dance. They will explore the Dance elements and choreographic devices through choreography tasks based around the ideas and images of Waka/Journey, Spoken Word and Myths and Legends. We have a variety of tutors who share their skills and knowledge during the Dance Studio Series. A variety of genres will also be explored both in practical and theoretical lessons; including Ballroom Dance, Contemporary, Flamenco, Zumba Dance Fitness, Musical Theatre, African, Country Linedance, Lindy Hop and Hip Hop. Each of these topics will allow students to learn particular dance styles and then use them to generate their own ideas and choreography.  Students will watch, discuss and analyse dance films, documentaries, productions, and performances. They will also develop ideas about the societal contexts of different genres. The course will run for a full year and genres may change depending on the teacher of the course. 

Course cost $15.

If times allows, students will attempt Samoan Sāsā, Chinese Fan Dance, Scottish Country Dance and Māori Poi. Students also have the opportunity to perform or help backstage with the annual WGHS Dance Showcase.


Recommended Prior Learning


Subject

Level 

Recommendations

Year 9 Dance


Open entry

Year 10 Dance


Open entry

Level 1 Dance

1

Year 9 or 10 Dance. Students with dance experience in the community or studio dance experience are also able to join this class at the discretion of the HoD.

Level 2 Dance

2

NCEA Level 1 Dance.  Students with sufficient community or studio dance experience may also be considered at HoD discretion.

Level 3 Dance

3

Level 2 Dance. Students with sufficient community or studio dance experience may also be considered at HoD discretion.





Other entry can be considered in consultation with HOD/TIC.


Pathway

Disclaimer

Courses will only run based on minimum entries

Selecting a course does not guarantee entry into this course

You may apply for an exemption if you do not meet the prerequisites of a course or if the course requires this for entry

Standards offered can be altered at the discretion of the HOF or HOD of the Department

Some standards in NCEA courses might be optional depending on student strengths