TEORIA TECNICA E METODICA DELLA DANZA 1

Academic Year 2025/2026 - Teacher: CHIARA ARENA

Expected Learning Outcomes

Theoretical and practical knowledge of Caribbean dances 

Aquire the ability to manage and plan a dance class

Knowledge and planning of dance movement therapy classes suitable for individuals with Parkinson's, Dementia, Autism, dyslexia...  

Course Structure

in-person pratical-theoretical lessons

Required Prerequisites

A sports medical certificate is needed to carry out the activity 

Attendance of Lessons

Mandatory attendance

Detailed Course Content

1. History and origin of dance with in-depth study of Caribbean dances 

2. Music, rhythm, harmony and percussion instruments 

3. Pratical and theoretical movements, both in pairs and individually ( pasitos)  

4.Dance movement therapy

Textbook Information

Course notes and slides will be provided by the teacher. For those who wish to explore the topic further, the following texts are recommended


AuthorTitlePublisherYearISBN
Alberto Valdes, Mirko Stefio…Le Danze Caraibiche Latino Americanedeposito S.I.A.E2004A000088018
Antonella Adorisio e Maria Elena GarciaDanzaMovimentoTerapia, modelli e pratiche nell’esperienza italianaRotomail S.p.A9788874872565

Course Planning

 SubjectsText References
1History and origin of dance with in-depth study of Caribbean dances 
2Music, rhythm, harmony and percussion instruments 
3Pratical and theoretical movements, both in pairs and individually ( pasitos)  
4Dance movement therapy

Learning Assessment

Learning Assessment Procedures

Pratical test during the course and final written exam 

Examples of frequently asked questions and / or exercises

what is the rhythmic figure of salsa?

- Clave 

- Tumbao

- Cascara 

VERSIONE IN ITALIANO