Our Recitals
Winter Dance Showcase
Every first semester, the Winter Dance Showcase gives students in dance classes and clubs the opportunity to produce a dance performance. Now in its fourth year at our school, the showcase has already become a cherished tradition. Open to students of all levels and backgrounds, the event features a variety of styles—including jazz, tap, hip hop, ballet, Folklorico, Bollywood, K-pop, and Tinikling.
UDC Recital
Unity Dance Crew’s Recital is the spring semester dance show featuring dance classes and clubs. As a completely student-run production, it allows students to create their own choreography, select their outfits, music, and lighting, and curate the program. The show honors senior dance students by giving them the opportunity to showcase their talents in a final solo performance. As an annual production, it represents the culmination of a tremendous amount of work from dance students on campus.
Biennial Band/Dance Concert
The first-ever band and dance concert took place in March 2024, uniting students from both band and dance classes. Participants performed in small ensembles and created original choreography set to the music played by their classmates. They also coordinated outfits, stage space, and tempo. It was a fun experience for everyone. Be on the lookout for next year's concert in 2026.
International Showcase
The International Showcase is a variety show hosted by the International Club. As the culminating event of Multicultural Week, students and clubs are invited to showcase their talents and ethnic backgrounds in any form they choose, such as singing, playing an instrument, reciting a poem, or dancing. Many dance clubs on campus participate and demonstrate dance styles from their cultures.
Our Courses
The courses offered are:
| Dance 1 (Full Year) |
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This course is designed for all students, regardless of prior formal dance training. Throughout the course, you will develop body and kinesthetic awareness while building flexibility, stamina, and muscle tone. You will study a variety of dance genres—including jazz, hip hop, modern, contemporary, and Latin dances—and have the opportunity to learn and perform both individual and group pieces, as well as create original choreography. |
| Dance 2 ( Semester) |
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Dance 2 is designed for students with a formal dance background and has fulfilled the Dance 1 class requirement. In this course, students study a specific dance genre and analyze the work of a notable choreographer. Based on their research, they create an original dance piece that they will teach to their classmates. Throughout the process, students learn the art of choreography and discover what makes a dance shine on stage. |
Our Dance Clubs
| Folklórico |
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Folklórico is a club that began in 2022 as part of the Latinx Hispanic Student Union on campus. It became an official dance club in 2023. Folklórico is a student-run group that aims to celebrate the diversity of Mexican folk dance. Students have performed at various on-campus events and showcases, dancing to songs from different regions in México. They hope to continue sharing their heritage with everyone who witnesses this vibrant dance form. |
| FANAA |
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FANAA is our Bollywood fusion dance team on campus. Known for blending a variety of Indian dance styles, including Bhangra, classical, contemporary, hip-hop, and more, they aim to celebrate the diversity of their cultures while performing with a high level of integrity. Student choreography highlights the unique talents and skills of each team member. With performances both on and off campus, FANAA has showcased their art at many high schools across the Bay Area. |
| KDC |
| K-pop Dance Crew is our student-run dance club that performs medleys from various popular Korean girl and boy groups. K-pop, or Korean popular music, is a significant cultural force in Korea, blending Korean and Western musical styles. As a global phenomenon, known as the Korean Wave, K-pop has gained fans all over the world, including here at St. Francis High School. Since its debut in 2022, KDC has embodied incredible synchronization, electrifying choreography, and boundless energy. |
| Tinikling |
| FASU’s Tinikling Club celebrates both the traditional Filipino folk dance and its modern variations. On campus, they perform at the Winter Showcase, International Showcase, Spring Showcase, and various school events and rallies. Off campus, they share their dances at schools, churches, and other organizations for Filipino cultural events and educational summer camps. Their debut at the 2023 International Showcase was a success, sparking greater recognition and leading to more performances at Filipino cultural events. Through student-choreographed routines, they aim to honor their Filipino heritage, educate communities, and promote cultural appreciation across diverse traditions and practices. |
| UDC |
| Unity Dance Crew is the oldest dance club on campus. Since its inception, UDC has aimed to celebrate and showcase the diverse dance styles represented at St. Francis. Through their annual Spring Recital, UDC highlights ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and more. As a student-run club, members hold auditions, organize groups, create choreography, and host the culminating performance for all dance clubs on campus. |