Dance · Fall 2026, Winter 2027, Spring 2027, & Summer 2027

SDSU DANCE 181 — Introduction to Dance

3.00 units 3 enrollment options

Foundations of dance in Western civilization. Dance as art, therapy, fitness, ritual, and social discourse. Analysis of dance in film, video, and live performance with an appreciation for artistic intent, technique, and style.

Course requirements

Prerequisites: Review the SDSU Catalog for prerequisite requirements. Proof of completing the prerequisites may be required on the first day of classes.

Review the SDSU Catalog for prerequisite requirements. Proof of completing the prerequisites may be required on the first day of classes.

Fall 2026 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
11474 Discussion	In person	Open	53 / 65	Tue/Thu 11:00 AM–12:15 PM	M 113	Anna Massey	3.0/5 · 26 reviews Difficulty 2.7 · 38% take again
2846 Discussion	In person	Open	26 / 40	Tue/Thu 11:00 AM–12:15 PM	M 218	Jessica Friedman	No RateMyProfessor match available

Spring 2027 enrollment options

Seat status can change

Class #	Format	Status	Seats	Time	Location	Professor	RateMyProfessors
5342 Discussion	In person	Open	0 / 100	Tue/Thu 11:00 AM–12:15 PM	OP 230	Jessica Friedman	No RateMyProfessor match available

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