Capoeira is a Martial Art that Brazilian slaves created as a dance to disguise the fact that they were training to fight. Children can replicate some of the basic actions to create their very own NON-CONTACT duets. The Jinga The…
Welcome to another year! The start of January is often associated with resolutions and new beginnings, and 2020 is also the Tokyo Olympics. I can’t wait! I love The Olympics - it reminds me of being a child and watching…
Our blog last week looked at children's mental health, with a focus on year 6s and SATs. We all know that mental health is a serious issue for everyone, even at early years and Key Stage 1. This is why…
It is definitely that time of year! We’ve got our tree up at home and the kids have written their letters to Santa. Are you looking for some festive dance fun? Then read the ideas below for inspiration… Create a…
This week we are continuing the blog series on Early Years dance. Tasked with the job of creating a project to develop physical literacy in early years children, JumpStart (in conjunction with our local School Sports Partnership – Team Charnwood)…
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…