Musical Dance Statues with Five Concepts
Students explore travel, turn, jump, gesture, and freeze concepts through musical movement and statues
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About This Activity
Students explore travel, turn, jump, gesture, and freeze concepts through musical movement and statues
Quick Info
moderate
20
8m x 8m minimum
Equipment Required
Sound system
1
Music playlist
3-4 songs
Tunnel Systems
As needed
Music Player
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Dance
Activity Tags
Space
Indoor
Outdoor
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Spatial Awareness
Body Control
Coordination
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Fun
Teaching Focus
Cooperative Learning
Differentiation
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Values
Communication
Cooperation
Respect
Intensity
Low Intensity
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