This course introduces the concepts of the centre of mass, gravity, base of support and the ground reaction force in the context of a balancing dancer. The final chapter of the course concerns the applied concept of postural sway. This course is worth 3 timed CPD hours.
Certificate of Completion
Juliana Cheah
Balance in dance
Issued June 1, 2017
has successfully completed the course
Luke Hopper PhD
Founder, Dance Knowledge
Juliana Cheah
This course introduces the concepts of the centre of mass, gravity, base of support and the ground reaction force in the context of a balancing dancer. The final chapter of the course concerns the applied concept of postural sway. This course is worth 3 timed CPD hours.
Skills / Knowledge
- Assess the position of the centre of mass within a dancer's body and body segments
- Consider how the base of support in dance movements interacts with the forces of balance
- Understand the concept of postural sway as it relates to balance in dance
Issued on
June 1, 2017
Expires on
Does not expire