Dance Technique Classes

This course spans three quarters of attendance and is open to all students from all areas of the University. Dance technique classes meet weekly for 90 minutes. For each quarter you may choose one of three technique tracks: classical dance (primarily ballet), modern/contemporary, or Afro-diasporic forms (hip-hop, jazz, West African). Classes are taught by some of Chicago’s most recognized dance professionals and are open to all levels of experience.

To earn 100 units for your engagement in dance technique classes, you must earn a grade of ‘P’ in each of three courses. Ordinarily, dance technique courses are taken in consecutive quarters and you must attend eight of the ten class sessions offered during any given quarter to earn the subsequent grade of ‘P.’ Any interruptions to enrolling in consecutive quarters (e.g., summer session and/or travel abroad) would need to be approved by the Director of Undergraduate Studies and Director of Dance in Theater and Performance Studies. There is no option to enroll for a quality grade. For more information and for consent to enroll, please contact Julia Rhoads, Director of Dance: jrhoads1@uchicago.edu.