Health and Wellness

Fall 2026: Explore a new subject—noncredit undergraduate courses are open for registration.

Dance

Noncredit
The fall semester of a year-long technique course that provides intermediate-level training for students in Level I modern technique. Students improve and reinforce technical proficiency, artistic growth, and performance skills. They also build and retain a movement range and vocabulary that demonstrates an increase in strength, agility, flexibility, and endurance through classical and contemporary modern dance techniques. Placement audition required; placement by faculty.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Mon @ 02:30 PM-04:00 PM
Tue @ 12:45 PM-02:15 PM
Fri @ 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Instructor: Tooman-Dieme, Stephanie - Clark, Larry
Type of Instruction: Traditional
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Cost: $277

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Mon Fri @ 12:45 PM-02:15 PM
Tue @ 10:30 AM-12:00 PM
Instructor: Tooman-Dieme, Stephanie - Clark, Larry
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $277

Noncredit
Learn the diverse dance & drum culture of West Africa, through dancing, drumming, singing, presentations and video clips. Cultural learning will focus on the meaning and purpose of the dances; call and response singing; the role of the drum; and social expressions of communal life.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Mon Thu @ 04:30 PM-06:10 PM
Instructor: Thiam, Lamine
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $260

Noncredit
Students delve into courting, accessing, and developing creativity, imagination, and innovation through whole-body fluidity. Several creative processes are explored, such as choreography, voice, and movement into text and movement; poetry in motion; writing; acting; and becoming aware of presence and how to embody it in a wide range of performance and life circumstances.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
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Type of Instruction: Traditional
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Cost: $180

Noncredit
Students learn the principles of the Alexander Technique, a psycho-physical method for re-educating the body. By identifying habitual ways of moving and making a different choice, students can improve the use of their bodies. The focus is on discussion and exploration of major body joints, movement explorations based on everyday actions, and movement explorations from the floor to standing and moving in space.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
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Type of Instruction: Traditional
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Cost: $180

Noncredit
An introduction to the methodology of Joseph Pilates via his originally designed Pilates equipment, which is spring-based resistance. The focus is on the Reformer; the Cadillac/Wall Units, the Wunda Chair, Electric Chair, and Ladder Barrel, plus additional equipment such as the Small Barrel and Spine Corrector are secondary. Students participate in servicing the Pilates equipment.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Mon @ 09:00 AM-10:10 AM
Instructor: Clark, Larry
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq: DPM1555
Cost: $180

Physical Education

Noncredit
Develops aquatic skills and basic knowledge of safety and accident prevention in the aquatic environment. Skills include preventive lifeguarding, emergency action planning, aquatic facility management, and preparation of records and reports. Qualified students receive Red Cross Lifeguard Training Certification.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Mon Thu @ 10:30 AM-12:10 PM
Instructor: Anker, Judy
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $365

Noncredit
This course will offer students an opportunity to learn and enjoy salsa dance. Salsa dance originated in Cuba with Spanish, Caribbean and African influences. It is an energetic social dance and one of the most popular and beautiful of the Latin partner dances. It is easy to learn and is danced worldwide. Through two weekly sessions, students will learn to salsa dance with a partner.

Term Dates: Monday, August 24 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Tue Fri @ 12:30 PM-02:10 PM
Instructor: Kincannon, Suzannah
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $320

Noncredit
Students learn the fundamentals of belly dancing (e.g., hip circles, undulations, shimmies) and progress to layering of movements. Familiarity with Arabic rhythms, cultural knowledge as it pertains to this dance form, finger cymbals, veil work, and choreography are covered. The natural movements of belly dancing, which improve flexibility, endurance, and coordination, are appropriate for all fitness levels.

Term Dates: Monday, October 12 - Friday, December 11
Meeting Times: Tue Fri @ 12:30 PM-02:10 PM
Instructor: Bora, Bina
Type of Instruction: Traditional
Prereq:
Cost: $180

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In addition to the tuition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee paid once per semester. Refund Policy

Explore more Health and Wellness courses with our online partners.

The connection between wellness and the environment, with a specific focus on air and water safety; the global impacts of overpopulation; climate changes and human health; the common health hazards found in the home; and action steps to improve the environment and human health.

Certificate in Wellness and the Environment Instructor Moderated or Self Guided / 9 Course Hours

As the population in the United States ages, there are many opportunities to learn how to work with seniors to support quality of life. Learn about various aspects that affect the way we age, including nutrition and physical activity, happiness and its effects on brain health, and the role of intimacy and sexuality. This series is designed for healthcare workers who are responsible for the care of older adults. You will complete three certificates, including the: Certificate in Healthy Aging, Certificate in Gerontology, and Certificate in Brain Health, to earn CE contact hours.

Aging and Health Bundle Instructor Moderated / 45 Course Hours

Learn how to provide compassionate dementia care and improve the lives of those living with dementia by implementing the right tools, knowledge, and mindset.

Dementia Basics: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 1.5 hours; Access Time:90 days
The Role of Direct Caregivers in Dementia Crisis Care: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 2.5 hours; Access Time: 90 days
The Role of EMS in Dementia Crisis Care: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 2.5 hours; Access Time: 90 days
The Role of Hospital Workers in Dementia Crisis Care: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 2.5 hours; Access Time: 90 days
The Role of Law Enforcement in Dementia Crisis Care: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 2.5 hours; Access Time: 90 days
The Role of the Communication Center in Dementia Crisis Care: $89; Estimated Time to Complete: 2.5 hours; Access Time: 90 days

Who Can Register?

Noncredit courses offered by the School of Continuing Education are open to anyone qualified to do college-level work. Proficiency in English is required.

Adults with a high school diploma or its equivalent and visiting students from other colleges. .
High school students who are at least 16 years old and who have the ability to do college-level work may enroll in noncredit adult courses with parental permission and at the discretion of the School of Continuing Education Appeals Committee.
SUNY Purchase matriculated students may enroll (excluding the noncredit option in credit courses). To guarantee space in a noncredit course, Purchase matriculated students need to register early and pay the full noncredit tuition.
Students who register for noncredit courses do not receive college credit or grades.

What is the Cost?

In addition to the tuition, there is a $25 nonrefundable registration fee paid once per semester.

What is the Refund Policy?

To drop or withdraw from a noncredit course, students must submit a completed and signed add/drop form.
The refundable tuition amount (excluding nonrefundable fees) is based on the tuition refund schedule and determined by the date the add/drop form is received.
No refunds can be granted for any reason (including illness or other medical reasons) after the periods listed in the tuition refund schedule.

What are the Online Partners: Course Policies?

Noncredit courses offered by our online partners are not eligible for the early registration discounts, SUNY Purchase student, employee, or alumni discounts. Each partner has its own cancellation and refund policies (School of Continuing Education policies do not apply). Please contact the provider directly for information on course cancellations and refunds.

Fall 2026: Explore a new subject—noncredit undergraduate courses are open for registration.

Dance

Physical Education

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Health and Wellness

Fall 2026: Explore a new subject—noncredit undergraduate courses are open for registration.

Dance

DPB 1060: Introduction to Ballet

DPD 1060: Hip-Hop

DPD 3350: Costumes for Dancers

DPM 1010: Modern Dance Technique I

DPM 1010: Modern Dance Technique I

DPM 1160: West African Dance

DPM 1552: Somatic Practice for Dancers: Fluid Form—A Moving Inquiry Course *Closed*

DPM 1553: Somatic Practice for Dancers: Alexander Technique *Closed*

DPM 1558: Somatic Practice for Dancers: Pilates—Equipment II

DPM 1800: Special Modern Technique: First Year

Physical Education

PED 1000: Lifeguard Training

PED 1355: Salsa Dance on 2

PED 1650: Middle Eastern Belly Dancing

Register Now to Secure your seat!

Explore more Health and Wellness courses with our online partners.

Certificate in Wellness and the Environment

Aging and Health Bundle

Mindfulness Meditation

Dementia Crisis Care

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