Formation Freeze Dance
Students dance freely then quickly arrange into formations when music stops
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About This Activity
Students dance freely then quickly arrange into formations when music stops
Quick Info
high
24
15m x 15m minimum
Equipment Required
Music player/speakers
1 set
Formation reference cards
1 set
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Self Assessment
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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