Minor in Somatics
About the Minor
An understanding of movement and body language has become increasingly important across many fields; in communication, corporate training, movement therapy, education, performance, rehabilitation, sport and fitness. Physical health, clear communication and effective leadership all rely on an awareness of how we carry our bodies through our lives. The Somatics Minor provides an in-depth study of the body, building from an understanding of its functional/structural basis, to its patterns and habits. We focus on how to interpret, analyze, and articulate somatic concepts and develop strategies for application.
Admission Requirements
Admission on consultation with Somatics Coordinator:
Additional Information
Jennifer Morley
jsm76@drexel.edu
215.895.2018
Program Requirements
| Minor Requirements | ||
| DANC 102 | Yoga | 3.0 |
| DANC 108 | Dance Improvisation I | 2.0 |
| DANC 116 | Dance and Fitness | 3.0 |
| DANC 117 | Foundations of Somatic Theory and Practice | 3.0 |
| DANC 216 | Introduction to Laban Movement Analysis | 3.0 |
| DANC 316 | Dance Kinesiology | 3.0 |
| DANC 416 | Survey of Somatic Practices | 3.0 |
| Complete two of the following courses: | 4.0 | |
| Ballet Technique I | ||
| Ballet Technique II | ||
| Ballet Dance Technique III | ||
| Modern Dance Technique I | ||
| Modern Dance Technique II | ||
| Modern Dance Technique III | ||
| Jazz Dance Technique I | ||
| Jazz Dance Technique II | ||
| Jazz Dance Technique III | ||
| Hip-Hop Dance Technique I | ||
| Hip-Hop Dance Technique II | ||
| Dance Improvisation II | ||
| African Dance Technique I | ||
| African Dance Technique II | ||
| Total Credits | 24.0 | |
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