Dance at Hancock!
Do you love dance? If you’d be interested in learning more about the technique and history of different styles of dance, then shimmy on over to the dance program!
Classes cover a broad curriculum including: Ballet, Composition, Dance Appreciation,
Folklorico, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Modern, Music for Dancers, Performance Skills, Tap, and
a Technical Production Lab. Students will learn to execute dance sequences, demonstrate
control and awareness, and express cultural diversity through dance.
Dance students will also discuss the works of influential dance choreographers who
have contributed to the development of dance over time. Performances and choreographic opportunities
are available through annual campus events.
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.
Certificate of Achievement- Dance
Certificate of Achievement- Ballet Folklórico
Certificate of Achievement- Commercial Dance
To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.
Programs you may also be interested in exploring:
Contact Information
Full-Time Faculty
Jesus Solorio
Dance Program Coordinator
Assistant Professor, Dance
Building F, Room 127
1-805-922-6966 ext. 3845
jesus.solorio1@hancockcollege.edu
Sydney Sorenson
Associate Professor, Dance
Building F, Room 126
1-805-922-6966 Ext. 3411
Part-Time Faculty
Ira Hardy
Horacio Heredia
Kevin Kim
Marivel Lozano
Shandy Mann
Ben Reyes
Monique Segura
Department Information
John R. Hood, Department Chair
Professor of Art and Design
jhood@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 ext. 3705
Darlene Vera
Administration Assistant II - Fine Arts
darlene.vera@hancockcollege.edu
805-922-6966 ext. 3252
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