Year 7 Dance

6 Units · 36 Lessons · 96 Activities

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Pairs create structured dance sequences incorporating specific technical elements with creative stimulus inspiration
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Individual choreography activity combining movements into structured 32-count sequences with musical accompaniment
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Small groups create original 8-count movement sequences with freeze elements
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Fast-paced elimination game requiring quick reactions and spatial awareness to form groups
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Transform stationary actions into travelling movements using levels, pathways and directions
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Creative exploration activity transforming stationary movements into travelling sequences using spatial elements
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Students travel around space and interpret describing words through movement improvisation
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Learn traditional Haka chant with coordinated hand movements to develop rhythm and cultural understanding
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Groups take turns walking across the space in time with music and holding freeze positions
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Students create original movements to represent abstract concepts of British Values through physical expression
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Groups use dice to randomly generate movement combinations, creating sequences through chance choreography
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Groups use dice to randomly select movements and create structured choreography incorporating technical dance elements
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Groups use random methods like dice, cards, or drawing to generate original dance movements
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Structured exploration of character actions developed into travelling sequences
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Step-by-step breakdown of authentic Charleston dance movements with progressive skill building
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Groups practice and refine use of specific choreographic devices in their movement sequences
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Groups create movements for different body parts and rotate through stations with music
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Whole class combines individual sections into complete structured performance with transitions
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Pairs create movements that represent abstract concepts, developing creativity and interpretation skills
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Supportive circle activity to build confidence, reduce performance anxiety and create positive mindset before performances
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An energetic warm-up where students travel around space and create era-appropriate freeze poses in themed corners
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Active warm-up combining movement to music with multiple-choice quiz questions using room corners
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Active warm-up combining travelling movements with subject knowledge quiz questions
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Small groups create and perform original movement sequences expressing specific emotions with percussion leadership
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