Chinese Folk Dance

This course is ideal for both dancers who are interested in expanding their repertoire of styles and also beginners/enthusiasts who are interested in learning traditional Chinese dance or knowing more about Chinese arts and culture.

Course Description

China has many ethnic minorities and cultures within the country, where regions will have their own signature dance. Some of these will be explored during the course, where students will be taught the choreography of how to dance a full traditional Chinese piece, alongside particular movements and training that is used in Chinese dance compared to western dance styles.

During the course, students will be taught the choreography of a full traditional Chinese dance piece (either a famous ethnic dance or well-known traditional dance). The courses will be taught by teachers from the Beijing Dance Academy (the BDA) who set the curriculum. 

This course covers:

• Knowledge of the basic background behind traditional Chinese dance.
• Knowledge of the basics relating to the dance (ie stance, posture, breathing).
• Knowledge of warm-up exercises/techniques related to similar styles of dance.
• Knowledge of dance choreography.

Discount

Goldsmiths offers a 15% concession rate on short courses to Lewisham Local cardholders.

The following participants are eligible to receive a 15% discount. Concessions are available for Goldsmiths’ staff and students, over 60s, Jobseeker’s Allowance and Income Support claimants.

Disability support

We are committed to providing reasonable teaching adjustments for students with disabilities that may impact on their learning experience. If you require adjustments, please complete the relevant section on the booking form and also contact us at shortcourses (@gold.ac.uk) so we can respond to your requests as soon as possible. 

Disclaimer 

If you are undertaking an in-person course please note that we may need to move the course online due to any unforeseen circumstances. Please note no refunds are issued for moving courses online.

Fees

£128

Goldsmiths offers a 15% concession rate on short courses to Lewisham Local cardholders, Students and Goldsmiths Alumni. Please email shortcourses@gold.ac.uk for further information.

Booking information

Please note our short courses sell out quickly, so early booking is advisable.

Location

Goldsmiths, University of London

Enquiries

If you have any questions about this course please contact confucius (@gold.ac.uk).

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