Professional instructors: choreograph creative latin moves

Incorporate creative choreography into your existing routines using influences from latin dance styles including salsa, cha cha and merengue. For level 2 and 3 instructors. Earns 4 REPS CPD points.

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Key course information

Date
30/06/12

Day(s)
Sat

Duration
1 week

Time
10:15 - 17:15

Fees
Full fee: £53^NC

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
FBA16

Availability
This date is full

^NC: No concessionary fees available as there is no government funding for this course.

This course is full

Occasionally places may become available. You can add yourself to the waiting list.

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Course outline

What is the course about?

This course is for qualified instructors who want to learn how to create interesting, challenging and fun choreography and to improve their teaching skills.

What topics will we cover?

- Enhanced cueing skills
- Position changes and right footing
- Pre-Phrasing
- Cross Phrasing
- Some principles of creative choreography.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Learn how to build user-friendly but exciting choreography.
- Learn how to switch from participant to mirror image and back again, effortlessly.
- Learn how to cue verbally and visually in advance.
- Learn the creation of a 64 count block of layered choreography.
- Demonstrate improved teaching skills.
An internal Certificate will be issued on satisfactory completion of the course.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

Participants should have at least 3 months teaching experience.

This is a second level course. You will need to have completed a Certificate in Teaching Exercise and Fitness (OCR level 2 in Exercise to Music) or hold another appropriate movement / sports related qualification, in order to gain entry to this course.

If you are unsure if your qualification is suitable you must check this with the tutor in advance of the course.

Important: this course requires full attendance.

PLEASE SEE THE PRE-EXERCISE CHECK LIST BELOW:

To assist us in providing a safe and healthy environment for you to exercise in please take a moment to consider the list below. If you have suffered from any of the conditions listed, please check with a medical practitioner whether it is suitable for you to undertake an exercise programme and bring a referral letter from your doctor to your tutor. If you have not checked, or if it is not suitable, please do not participate in an exercise or movement class.

- Do you ever have pains in your chest?
- Have you had any operations or injuries in the last year?
- Do you often feel faint or have spells of dizziness?
- Are you receiving medication for any condition?
- Do you have high blood pressure?
- Is there anything else we should know about your health?
- Do you have a bone or joint problem, such as Arthritis, Osteoporosis, back or knee problems?

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

In a workshop style including practical participation, discussion, small group and partner work.

You will be expected to prepare a lesson plan and teach a segment of a class to the group.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

None. Please wear exercise clothing and trainers. Bring a bottle of water.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made. You will be teaching your peers a component of a practical session.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Other Professional development for movement instructors' courses.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

Advice times:

During term-time Tuesday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30 Thursday 12.30 - 13.30 and 17.30 - 18.30

Non term-time Tuesday 17.30 - 18.30 Wednesday 12.30 - 13.30.

To enrol on a course, call 020 7831 7831.

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Health and movement studies

Tel: 020 7492 2622

health@citylit.ac.uk

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