- body (body parts leading movements)
- dynamics (duration, speed, and force continuum)
- relationships (alone, partner, small groups)
- space (asymmetrical and symmetrical shapes, creating and recalling pathways).
| (a) |
Identify and use the elements of dance (actions, body, dynamics, relationships, and space) to express ideas. |
| (b) |
Demonstrate various ways that body parts may initiate (lead) a movement. |
| (c) |
Explore and identify basic dance steps such as schottische, polka, grapevine, and step hop. |
| (d) |
Copy movement phrases as demonstrated, and create own movement phrases. |
| (e) |
Move with varying speeds (fast to slow), duration (short to long), and force (strong to light). |
| (f) |
Move expressively in time to different time signatures such as 4/4 and 3/4. |
| (g) |
Create a variety of dance relationships, alone (e.g., body parts to body parts, using a prop), with a partner (e.g., mirroring, beside), and in small groups (e.g., meeting and parting). |
| (h) |
Recognize that alignment means the relationship of body parts to each other, and practise proper alignment. |
| (i) |
Create asymmetrical and symmetrical shapes in dance expressions. |
| (j) |
Create and recall pathways on the floor and through the air. |
| (k) |
Use a wide range of movements considering personal expression, strength, and balance. |
