Character Animation: Advanced Body Mechanics in Maya
Learn proper workflows and techniques to bring characters into motion
Overview
Topics Covered
Advanced body mechanics study with real-world reference analysis
Efficient workflows for simple and complex mechanics
Professional-style shot construction and iteration
Produce multiple mechanics shots for review and critique
…and more
Course Format & Structure
Class Length: 10-week live online course with weekly 3-hour sessions
Instructor-led demonstrations and structured, project-based learning
Interactive virtual classroom with peer critique and discussion
Real-time Q&A and direct instructor feedback
Software/Technique
Autodesk Maya
AnimBot
Recommended Experience
Intermediate knowledge of Animation
Course Level
Advanced
Tuition
$1,650+$25 enrollment fee (Pay-in-Full Option)
Or 3 monthly payments of
$575
+$25 enrollment fee
Total cost: $1,750 (includes $75 payment plan fee)
Payments are due monthly. Enrollment fee is due with first payment installment.
Spring Term 2026
Kevin Nguyen
Animator
Day:
Sat
Time:
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Date:
Apr 11, 2026 - Jun 14, 2026
Location:
Online
This class will be available to register during
Open Registration.
Due to a regulation released by the U.S. Department of Education for higher education institutions,
Gnomon's online course offerings are only available to residents of California and those residing
outside of the United States.
Individual courses are not vocational in nature, do not lead to a certificate/diploma, and are outside of
institutional accreditation.