Explorer Wake-Up Call
Dynamic warm-up using explorer character movements to prepare bodies for dance
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up using explorer character movements to prepare bodies for dance
Quick Info
moderate
20
8m x 12m minimum
Equipment Required
Music player/speaker
1
Adventure music playlist
3-4 tracks
Boundary Markers
4-6
Music Player
As needed
Thematic Music Playlist
As needed
Sun Markers
As needed
Suitable For
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Features
Creative
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Cooperative Learning
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Flexibility
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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