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Music and Dance Day / Group Dance Routine Creation

Group Dance Routine Creation

Small groups choreograph their own dance routine to a chosen song, then perform it for the rest of the service.

How to run it

  1. Help each group choose an appropriate song.
  2. Give groups time to invent moves for the verse and chorus.
  3. Practise the routine until it flows from start to finish.
  4. Perform for the group and cheer every team.

You will need

  • music player or speaker
  • age-appropriate songs
Make it easier or harderTeach a few set moves for younger children; older children can add formations and transitions.
SafetyCheck song lyrics are appropriate and clear the space of trip hazards.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3, Outcome 5Children collaborate, keep active and build confidence through performance.

Fits these theme days

Music and Dance DayDance-Off DayDisco DayK-Pop Dance PartyTalent Show DayTeamwork Day

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