Follow the Leader Dance Energiser
Dynamic warm-up where students take turns leading movement patterns for the class to copy
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About This Activity
Dynamic warm-up where students take turns leading movement patterns for the class to copy
Quick Info
moderate
20
15m x 10m minimum
Suitable For
Year 3
Year 4
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Values
Leadership
Cooperation
Respect
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Team Challenge
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Team Play
Body Control
Coordination
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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