Learn Dance Module 1

Foundational Technique

An entry level learning to traditional African dance. Includes useful body conditioning and stretching technique to in relation to rhythm cycles, as well as recognising and familiarisation to dunun melodies.

Strengths:

Knowledge and Technique Perform Improvisation and Arrangement Leadership and Mentorship Teach

US$380.00
10 WEEKS >

What you will learn

Dance
Level 1A
Dance Level 1A:
- Yankadi steps 1, 2, 3
- Makru steps 1, 2, 3
- Kuku steps 1, 2
- Soli Rapide steps 1, 2
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Level 1B
Dance Level 1B:
- Soko steps 1, 2, 3
- Mendiani steps 1, 2
- Tiriba steps 1, 2, 3
- Soli des Manian steps 1, 2
Dunun melody Part 1
Warming up and Stretching Technique

What you get

Interact with TTMDA teacher
Lifetime access to web videos
Online assignments
Video and audio demos in-app
Learn at your own pace anywhere in the world

Requirements

None!

Start Learning

US$380.00
10 WEEKS >

Lesson Plan

Lesson1

Yankadi steps: 1, 2, 3.
Makru steps: 1, 2, 3.
Lesson2

Kuku steps: 1, 2. Soli Rapide steps: 1, 2.
Lesson3

Soko steps: 1, 2, 3. Tiriba steps: 1, 2, 3.
Lesson4

Mendiani steps: 1, 2. Soli Des Manian steps: 1, 2.
Lesson5

Dunun melody: Yankadi, Makru, Tiriba and Soli des Manian.
Lesson6

Warming Up and Stretching Technique Part 1.
Lesson7

Warming Up and Stretching Technique Part 2.

How it works

Teacher assigned
A TTMDA teacher will be assigned to you, who will be guiding you throughout the learning process.
Virtual classroom
A classroom code will be set up and sent to you before class begins. Get the app and join the virtual classroom to begin interactive learning with other students.
Online assignments
Video and audio demonstrations will be provided via the learning app, together with online assignments (text and video-based) and quizzes.
Assessment
Demonstrate required skills from onsite lessons.
Module achieved
Complete all the above at quality levels and achievement unlocked!

Earn your certificate

This module is part of the curriculum for the following certificates:

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