Medium Term Plan - Dance - Year 8

The Year 8 Dance Medium Term Plan, part of the PE Resources Bank, is designed for a six-lesson duration at Key Stage 3. The intent of this plan is to delve into various dance movements, with a particular emphasis on gestures, formations, body shapes, and dynamic contrasts in rhythmic patterns. Students are encouraged to express their creativity by integrating control, rhythm, timing, and aesthetics into their dance sequences. Moreover, the plan aims to foster critical thinking by having students evaluate and refine their routines, thereby enhancing their dance skills and knowledge. They will learn to interpret music, utilise space effectively, and develop their ability to compose a sequence. Evaluative skills will also be honed as they assess their own and their peers’ performances.

The implementation of this plan is structured across six weeks, with each week focusing on specific learning objectives and activities that encourage progression in dance. Students will start by exploring Olympic-themed movements, gradually building up to composing and performing an 8-bar sequence. As the weeks progress, they will work with props like hoops, develop transitions between sections, and refine their routines based on peer feedback. The plan culminates in a final performance where students demonstrate their learned skills in timing, style, and control. Throughout the course, they will also engage in decision-making, problem-solving, and personal development, learning the importance of communication, teamwork, and maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle. The impact of the plan is measured through the students' ability to replicate movements, develop creative thinking, engage in reflective learning, and become effective team workers, with an eye on potential careers in the sports industry.