Coney Island University Course Catalog

History - CH 100 - Coney Island History
Delve into the rich past of Coney Island, from Deborah Moody founding Gravesend to John McKane's shenanigans and Mayor Zigun. Explore Sea Lion Park, Luna Park, Dreamland, Steeplechase, Astroland, and more!
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Fire Breathing - FB 101 - Introduction to Fire Breathing
You'll learn the history of Firebreathing through the years, the tools and techniques you need to swallow a flame, breathe a fireball, and not get singed!
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Fire Breathing - FB 102 - Advanced Fire Breathing
Learn trailing, fire on the tongue, transfers, and lighting a cigarette with your fingers. And learn the tricks to avoid the scorch of the torch!
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Human Blockhead - HB 100 - Basics of Being a Human Blockhead
Hammer nails up into your head for the demented entertainment of others. Learn how to select your hammer and nails, and get your sinuses used to new experiences.
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Human Blockhead - HB 200 - Master Blockhead
You've nailed the basics. Now it's time to learn Mental Floss and other tricks. Don't allow your performances to be wooden, come down and hammer away at the material with our professors.
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Photography - PH 100 - Coney Island Photography Seminar
Summer Session Only - Students will explore and document the ever-changing area of Coney Island through a camera lens. Students will work with instructors to choose a documentary theme to focus on for the length of the course.
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Snake Charming - SN 101 - Charm Without Harm
Learn the ins and outs of charming a snake, from selecting the right performance partner to caring for it, and interacting with it in your act.
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Electives - SS 500 - Glasswalking
Put all that broken glass on the Coney Island Beach to good use! Learn how to walk barefoot on shards of broken glass without getting hurt.
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Sword Swallowing - SW 101 - Beginner's Sword Swallowing
Everything you need to know to swallow swords (eventually). Start out with a very basic spoon and work your way up to sharp objects.
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Sword Swallowing - SW 102 - Sword Swallowing Master Class
In this advanced class, students will learn to swallow neon tubes and lightbulb canes to show off to the audience, ticking pocketwatches, and the razor blade on a string trick.
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Burlesque - XB 101 - Burlesque Core Class
You too can shimmy and shake like the best of them. Learn classic burlesque, dance, act development, and self-confidence. Taught exclusively by Professor Weldon.
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Burlesque - XB 201 - Burlesque Master Class
Hone your craft with hula-hoop, go-go dancing, and more. Go from a dull edge to a sharp cookie.
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