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Canon Development Practice

Collaborative group activity where students create and perform dance sections using canon technique with clear timing differences

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About This Activity

Collaborative group activity where students create and perform dance sections using canon technique with clear timing differences

Quick Info

moderate
24
8m x 8m minimum for whole class

Equipment Required

Music player with speakers

1

Music track with clear 8-count phrases

1

Whiteboard or chart (optional)

1

Music Player

As needed

Music Tracks

As needed

Whiteboards

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6

Suitable Sports

Dance
Gymnastics

Activity Tags

Features

Creative
Inclusive
Engaging

Teaching Focus

Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning

Space

Indoor
Outdoor

Competition

Non-Competitive

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Skills

Timing
Body Control
Coordination

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill
Creative Expression

Weather

All Weather