About Dance

The Dance Program has been an integral part of City College of San Francisco’s Physical Education Department since its inception over 70 years ago. Due to the integrity, diversity, and excellence in teaching, this program has steadily grown.

The curriculum for the Associate Degree in Dance allows students to develop skills to pursue careers in choreography, dance performance, dance education and criticism, as well as fulfills most of the lower division requirements for many four-year institutions. Faculty are dedicated to creating a discipline that carries over to all aspects of lifelong health, nurturing the “whole” dancer in mind, body, and spirit. The Dance Program provides comprehensive studies including history, theory, choreography, technique, conditioning, and performance. Additional classes such as anatomy and nutrition are included to support the student’s development.

The program highlights dance technique (ballet, modern, hip hop, contemporary, tap, jazz, and African Haitian) and performance while providing the student with all the tools necessary to become a healthy and well-rounded dancer. The student will also have ample performance, choreography, and production opportunities, in addition to exploring the sciences and history as part of our diverse program. Special focus is given to prepare the dancer for transfer to upper-division courses at a four-year college or university.