DANC 205 - Somatic Studies: The Anatomy of Innovation

FC ARHU

4 credits
The discipline of somatic studies, “somatics” coming from the Greek word “soma” meaning ‘the body in its wholeness,’ underscores the indivisibility of body and mind. It defies dualism and strives to improve embodied self-awareness. This course will introduce students to broad somatic principles as they explore the history, theory, and practice of three fundamental somatic modalities: Sweigard Ideokinesis, Alexander Technique, and Bartenieff Fundamentals. Experiential learning sessions will offer opportunities for students to deepen perceptual capabilities and physical sentience. During the semester, an increase of ease, efficiency, and facility of movement, as well as expressivity, will be developed.