So the sun is shining and summer is approaching fast. The Olympics are around the corner and to celebrate, I've listed 5 different ways you can incorporate The Olympics into your dance teaching this term. 1. Host a Samba Party…
I thought it would be worthwhile re-sharing this post as it contains two videos you can use to create some Samba dancing for your children - perfect for linking in with the Rio Olympics this summer. Or use these ideas…
Do you find that children can get a little over-excited when they're dancing? A big empty space, freedom to move...it can be difficult to to reign children back in and keep the momentum of your dance session. Based on my…
It's been a while since I've posted a video on my blog so I thought it was about time I added one! As it's getting towards the end of the academic year and things are (hopefully) winding down, the video…
And so it is the start of a new term - I hope you had a great Easter break? I went to the Peak District with my little family and had great fun walking and cycling in the glorious weather…
Yesterday I taught Foundation Degree Dance students how to teach primary-aged children. It was a great session at Leicester College - the students all got stuck in and I had some fantastic feedback I love the resource pack and also…
Last week I ran the annual Dance Development Day for Foundation and KS1 teachers in the South Charnwood School Sports Partnership. As usual, it was well-attended, with enthusiastic teachers taking part in the practical sessions very much in the way…
Diwali is a great topic to link in with your dance teaching. I get very busy at this time of year delivering Bollywood and creative Diwali dance sessions and wanted to share some ideas with you on this blog. One…
It's the first time I've come across National Fitness Day - it sounds great! On this Friday (26th September) there will be a huge celebration of physical activity, with many exercise venues hosting events for free. See nationalfitnessday.com for more…
The 4th of August this year (2014) marked the centenary of the start of WW1 and I know many schools will be exploring this topic during the Autumn term. And even if you're not, some of the dance suggestions below…