Potomac High – Modern Dance 1
Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester
This course provides an introduction to the elementary aspects of modern dance techniques: level change, weight shift, dynamic alignment, breath support and expression, and application of modern dance. Students will work backstage for the winter production and may perform in the spring concert. Informal in class performance assessments and formal stage performances will be required. There will also be written and oral Modern vocabulary assessments.
Prerequisites: Audition into the VPA Dance Program (9th & 10 graders)
Grades: 9-10
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