International Dance Day ideas for OSHC
8 DIY activities for International Dance Day at before and after school care or vacation care. Pick and mix, or build a balanced day in one click.
Community Dance Share
Families, educators or local dance groups are invited to teach the children a dance they love, from their own culture or community.
International Dance Day · Dance-Off Day · Music and Dance Day +2Dance Dice Choreography
Teams roll giant dice to choose moves, levels and directions, then string them together into a short dance to perform.
International Dance Day · Messy Play Day · Art Attack Day +2Dancing Feet Paint Art
Children step in washable paint and dance across a long roll of paper outdoors, creating a colourful record of their moves.
Greek Day · Music and Dance Day · International Dance Day +3Greek Circle Dance
Children learn a simple Greek line dance, holding hands in an open circle behind a leader, as danced at Greek celebrations, weddings and festivals in Australia.
St Patrick's Day · Music and Dance Day · International Dance Day +2Irish Dance Step Class
Children learn a few simple Irish dance steps, keeping their arms still by their sides and their feet quick, then dance together to a lively jig.
International Dance Day · Mindfulness Day · Pamper and Zen Day +2Mirror Partner Moves
Partners face each other and slowly mirror each other's movements to calm music, building focus, trust and connection.
International Dance Day · Music and Dance Day · Dance-Off Day +2Ribbon Wand Dancing
Children make ribbon wands from sticks or straws and crepe paper, then dance to music to create swirls, spirals and waves.
International Dance Day · Music and Dance Day · Dramatic Play Day +2Shadow Dance Screen
Children dance behind a backlit sheet so the audience sees giant moving silhouettes, playing with size, shape and stretch.