Weekly outline

  • General

    Welcome to year 10 Dance!

    My name is Miss McGregor and I will be your teacher this year! We will be focussing the first half of the year of different genre/styles of dance. The second half of the year we will be focussing on the elements of dance and choreography. 

  • Term 1 Week 1

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 2

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 3

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 4

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 5

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 6

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 7

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 8

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 9

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 10

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.

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  • Term 1 Week 11

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.

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  • Term 2 Week 1

    Week 1: Introduction and Foundations

    Objective: Introduce the three dance genres and foundational techniques.


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

    Activities:

    • Warm-up and stretching (15 minutes)
    • Introduction to jazz dance basics (20 minutes)
    • Learn the first section of "Confident" choreography (25 minutes)
    • Introduction to musical theatre dance basics (20 minutes)
    • Learn the first section of "Hairspray" choreography (25 minutes)
    • Introduction to hip hop dance basics (15 minutes)
    • Learn the first section of "Barbie" choreography (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Practice the first sections of all three dances (15 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.


  • Term 2 Week 2

    Week 2: Building Choreography

    Objective: Build on the choreography learned in week 1 and reinforce foundational techniques.
    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

    Activities:

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Review and learn the second section of "Confident" (30 minutes)
    • Review and learn the second section of "Hairspray" (30 minutes)
    • Review and learn the second section of "Barbie" (30 minutes)
    • Discussion on stylistic elements of jazz, musical theatre, and hip hop (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Practice both sections of all three dances (20 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.

  • Term 2 Week 3

    Week 3: Refinement and Detail

    Objective: Refine choreography details and work on stylistic elements: 

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.

    Activities: 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Full review of "Confident" choreography (30 minutes)
    • Work on jazz dance stylistic details (20 minutes)
    • Full review of "Hairspray" choreography (30 minutes)
    • Work on musical theatre stylistic details (20 minutes)
    • Full review of "Barbie" choreography (30 minutes)
    • Work on hip hop stylistic details (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Focus on stylistic elements for all three dances (20 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.

  • Term 2 Week 4

    Week 4: Combining Sections and Transitions

    Objective: Combine all sections of each dance and work on smooth transitions.


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING..movement with a developing awareness of the dance elements of body, space, time, energy, and relationships.
    • We are EXPLORING...key features of the dance genre or style.


    Activities:

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Combine sections of "Confident" and practice transitions (40 minutes)
    • Combine sections of "Hairspray" and practice transitions (40 minutes)
    • Combine sections of "Barbie" and practice transitions (40 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Full run-throughs of each dance focusing on transitions (20 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.
  • Term 2 Week 5

    Week 5: Performance Technique

    Objective: Enhance performance quality and stage presence.

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.

    Activities:

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Run-through of "Confident" with performance focus (30 minutes)
    • Feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)
    • Run-through of "Hairspray" with performance focus (30 minutes)
    • Feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)
    • Run-through of "Barbie" with performance focus (30 minutes)
    • Feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Perform each dance as if on stage, focusing on expression and energy (20 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.

  • Term 2 Week 6

    Week 6: Rehearsal and Polishing

    Objective: Rehearse and polish each dance for final performance.

    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.


    Activities: 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Intensive rehearsal of "Confident" (30 minutes)
    • Intensive rehearsal of "Hairspray" (30 minutes)
    • Intensive rehearsal of "Barbie" (30 minutes)
    • Discussion on performance tips and final adjustments (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Final polish and practice focusing on any weak spots (20 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.

  • Term 2 Week 7

    Week 7: Peer Feedback and Stage Practice

    Objective: Gain peer feedback and practice on stage: 


    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.


    Activities 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Confident" on stage (30 minutes)
    • Peer feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Hairspray" on stage (30 minutes)
    • Peer feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Barbie" on stage (30 minutes)
    • Peer feedback and adjustments (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Implement peer feedback and practice weak areas (15 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.
  • Term 2 Week 8

    Week 8: Refining Performance

    Objective: Focus on refining the performance based on peer feedback.


    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...how and why cultural context has influenced key features of the dance genre or style.
    • We are FOCUSING...on refining how to show key features of a dance genre or style.


    Activities: 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Focused practice on "Confident" trouble spots (30 minutes)
    • Focused practice on "Hairspray" trouble spots (30 minutes)
    • Focused practice on "Barbie" trouble spots (30 minutes)
    • Group discussion on performance strategies and encouragement (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Refine and practice the challenging sections (15 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom.

  • Term 2 Week 9

    Week 9: Full Run-Through and Feedback

    Objective: Conduct full run-throughs and gather comprehensive feedback.


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to perform our dances so that we can demonstrate stylistic techniques and movements usually associated with particular dance genres or styles or that include personal ways of moving that emerge from improvisation and creative work


    Activities: 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Confident" (30 minutes)
    • Feedback from peers and instructor (20 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Hairspray" (30 minutes)
    • Feedback from peers and instructor (20 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Barbie" (30 minutes)
    • Feedback from peers and instructor (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Practice based on comprehensive feedback (15 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom

  • Term 2 Week 10

    Week 10: Final Preparations and Confidence Building

    Objective: Final preparations and build confidence for the performance.


    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING to perform our dances so that we can demonstrate stylistic techniques and movements usually associated with particular dance genres or styles or that include personal ways of moving that emerge from improvisation and creative work


    Activities: 

    • Warm-up and stretching (10 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Confident" (30 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Hairspray" (30 minutes)
    • Full run-through of "Barbie" (30 minutes)
    • Final tips, encouragement, and Q&A session (20 minutes)

    At Home Practice:

    • Light practice and rest to maintain energy for the performance (15 minutes each).
    • Music and videos for practice are available on Google Classroom

  • Term 3 Week 1


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...how the elements of time, space, energy, and relationships influence movement and expression in dance.
    • We are EXPLORING...how various energies (sharp, fluid, sustained) can be used to tell a story through movement.
    • We are EXPLORING...creative ways to communicate relationships between dancers using proximity and interaction in space.


    Week 1: Group Formation & Brainstorming
    • In-Class:
      • Introduction to the project and assessment criteria (15 mins).
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Group formation and initial brainstorming (35 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Share ideas for themes/music with your group members. Research 2 different songs you might want to use (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 2


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...how the elements of time, space, energy, and relationships influence movement and expression in dance.
    • We are EXPLORING...how various energies (sharp, fluid, sustained) can be used to tell a story through movement.
    • We are EXPLORING...creative ways to communicate relationships between dancers using proximity and interaction in space.

    Week 2: Music Selection & Initial Movements

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Finalize music choice (20 mins).
      • Start exploring basic movement ideas (30 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Work on movement ideas and come prepared with 1-2 steps you would like to try (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 3


    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...how the elements of time, space, energy, and relationships influence movement and expression in dance.
    • We are EXPLORING...how various energies (sharp, fluid, sustained) can be used to tell a story through movement.
    • We are EXPLORING...creative ways to communicate relationships between dancers using proximity and interaction in space.

    Week 3: Refining Choreography - Time & Space

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Focus on choreographing sections using "Time" and "Space" (40 mins).
      • Peer feedback on initial choreography (10 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Watch videos for inspiration on how "Time" and "Space" are used in dance (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 4

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA

    EXPLORE / TŪHURA learning intentions:

    • We are EXPLORING...how the elements of time, space, energy, and relationships influence movement and expression in dance.
    • We are EXPLORING...how various energies (sharp, fluid, sustained) can be used to tell a story through movement.
    • We are EXPLORING...creative ways to communicate relationships between dancers using proximity and interaction in space.

    Week 4: Refining Choreography - Energy & Relationships

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Focus on choreographing using "Energy" and "Relationships" (40 mins).
      • Run through full group section (10 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Practice movements focusing on dynamics and transitions (20 mins)

  • Term 3 Week 5

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    Week 5: Adding Layers & Transitions
    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Focus on adding transitions between sections (30 mins).
      • Begin creating layers (cannon, unison, etc.) (20 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Review transitions and work on smoothing them out (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 6

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    Week 6: Full Run-Through & Feedback

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Full run-through of the choreography (30 mins).
      • Peer and teacher feedback (20 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Rehearse weaker sections based on feedback (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 7

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    Week 7: Refining & Polishing

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Focus on polishing key sections (30 mins).
      • Work on stage presence and expression (20 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Rehearse with emphasis on expression and performance quality (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 8

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    FOCUS / ARONGA

    FOCUS / ARONGA learning intentions:

    • We are FOCUSING...on using different levels and pathways to create dynamic and engaging choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on improving synchronization within the group to enhance the clarity of our choreography.
    • We are FOCUSING...on the clarity of transitions between movements to ensure smooth flow in our choreography.

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    Week 8: Performance Practice & Peer Feedback
    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Full run-through with performance focus (30 mins).
      • Peer review and constructive criticism (20 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Final polish based on feedback (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 9

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    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

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    Week 9: Final Rehearsal

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Full final rehearsal, refining weak areas (40 mins).
      • Quick feedback and adjustments (10 mins).
    • At Home:
      • Focus on final touches (20 mins).

  • Term 3 Week 10

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    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

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    Week 10: Performance

    • In-Class:
      • Warm-up and stretching (10 mins).
      • Performance in front of the class (40 mins).
      • Peer and teacher feedback (10 mins).

  • Term 4 Week 1

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    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

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  • Term 4 Week 2

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    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

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  • Term 4 Week 3

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

  • Term 4 Week 4

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI

    PLAN & DO / WHAKAMAHI learning intentions:

    • We are PLANNING... developing a cohesive dance sequence that incorporates group formations, transitions, and unison movement, so that our performance is well-structured and visually engaging.
    • We are PLANNING.... on integrating the use of tempo and rhythm to highlight the musicality in our performance.
    • We are PLANNING... on refining our use of dynamics and movement quality to create contrast and depth in the dance, so that the performance captures the audience's attention and delivers a stronger emotional impact.

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  • Term 4 Week 6

  • Term 4 Week 7

  • Term 4 Week 8

  • Term 4 Week 9

  • Term 4 Week 10

  • 11 November - 17 November

  • 18 November - 24 November

  • 25 November - 1 December

  • 2 December - 8 December

  • 9 December - 15 December