| Course Title: Bollywood Dance |
| Start Date: 09/09/2026 End Date: 12/22/2026 |
| Term: Fall Semester 2026 |
| Description: This course focuses on the techniques, styles, and cultural aspects of Bollywood dance originating from India. Throughout the course, students will build a solid foundation in rhythm, coordination, strength, and stamina, applicable to various dance styles. Focus will be on fundamental footwork, grooves, rhythm patterns, and expressive hand gestures that define Bollywood dance. Students will engage in ear training exercises to develop their ability to discern various beats, enabling them to recognize and appreciate the unique sounds of traditional Indian instruments. Through this practice, they will gain a deeper understanding of the intricate rhythm system that underpins Indian music. |
| Distribution(s): PE - Physical Education |
| Academic Level Of Course: Undergraduate | Credits:2.00 |
| Faculty | Phone | Email address |
| Chavi Bansal | cbansal@mtholyoke.edu |
| Meeting Dates | Method | Meeting days | Meeting times | Building name | Room | Frequency |
| 09/09/2026 - 12/22/2026 | Performance | Monday and Wednesday | 03:15PM - 04:30PM | KEND - Kendall Hall/Sports Complex | STTH | Weekly |
| Requisite Courses | ||
| None |
| Comments |
| Additional Comments |
| Repeatable for credit. |
| Course Tags | ||
| 1-2CR0001 | 1-2CR: One and two credit undergraduate courses | |
| PE0002 | PE2: Courses counting for 2 PE units | This course counts for 2 PE units when completed satisfactorily. |
| DANCE0005 |
| Cross-listed Sections |
| None |
| Course Availability | ||||
| Section status: Open | Capacity: 28 | Enrollment: 0 | Available: 28 | Waitlist: 0 |
BOOK INFORMATION
| Book List | Required | Publisher Full Price |
| To be determined. |
| Additional Book Comments |
| This is NOT the complete book list for this class. |