Skill Game Dance Activities for Year 6

Create structured movement sequences with specific count patterns, combining multiple elements into flowing choreography

Pairs use action and dynamic cards to create and practice original dance phrases

Pairs create and perform a 3-movement sequence telling the story of astronauts discovering aliens, applying canon and matching techniques

Interactive activity where students learn to perform movements in canon (like a round) and unison (together) to understand timing and group coordination.

Students practice performing movements in canon, creating echo effects with precise timing

Groups use dice to randomly generate movement combinations, creating sequences through chance choreography

Circle-based activity for developing character expression and group connection through eye contact and interaction

Students move as different characters, then freeze in position when commands are called

Explore character-based travelling movements while developing individual 32-count sequences with thematic purpose

Groups create choreography that must include specific technical requirements while maintaining creative freedom

Groups plan and refine how formations will enhance their narrative storytelling through collaborative decision-making

Create personal dance sequences combining learned techniques with individual creativity and cultural appreciation

Pairs work together to create and teach original dance moves that fit line dancing rhythm patterns

Interactive exploration of dance relationships (canon, unison, mirroring, contact) through guided practice and creative application

Small groups work together to apply movement devices to given movements and perform for others

Students work in pairs and small groups to create and perform movement scenes showing different types of relationships and emotional farewells

Learn and perform movement sequences that express gang characteristics and attitudes

Create collaborative mind map of dance through the ages then translate ideas into movement

Partners create opposing gang characters and develop attacking movement sequences showing conflict and tension

Students explore high, middle, and low levels through structured movement challenges and creative exploration

Partners explore advanced coordination through mirroring and canon timing

Partners create sequences using mirror work technique, developing communication, trust, and synchronized movement

Create character-based movement sequences with partners using storytelling

Musical statues variation where students create formations with specific numbers of people when music stops.