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60's and 70's Dance Motif Learning

Learn and perform characteristic dance movements from the 1960's and 70's era including The Swim, Mashed Potato, Hitch Hike, and Saturday Night Fever arms

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About This Activity

Learn and perform characteristic dance movements from the 1960's and 70's era including The Swim, Mashed Potato, Hitch Hike, and Saturday Night Fever arms

Quick Info

moderate
25
15m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Music system

1

60's/70's Era Music Playlist

1

Visual reference cards/images

4-6

Tunnel Systems

As needed

Cards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance

Activity Tags

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Fun

Skills

Timing
Body Control
Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Creative Expression

Weather

All Weather

Intensity

Low Intensity