~ Welcome DiscoverDance families ~
This is your digital, on-the-go resource.
Together, we can keep your little one movin'-n-groovin', exploring, and learning outside of the dance studio.

Nothing could ever replace the in-person experience DiscoverDance classes offer, however, we know that early childhood learning follows a child wherever they go! DiscoverDance is here to offer resources, creative tips, and encouragement as you continue dance education in the comfort of your own home. 

Below are easy-to-follow activities that both grown-ups and little ones can explore together.
Get creative and have fun!

​Happy Exploring,
Andrea Trench
Founder of DiscoverDance, LLC

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Here's what you need to get started:
* Internet Access
* Source to Play Music
* Spotify Account (Free Option Available)
* Clear, Safe Space to Move
* Props Listed in Activities (if applicable)
* Dance Uniform or Comfortable Clothing

Disclaimer:  You should understand that when participating in any activity, there is the possibility of physical injury. If you engage in these activities, you agree that you do so at your own risk, are voluntarily participating in these activities, assume all risk of injury to yourself, and agree to release and discharge DiscoverDance, LLC and participating dance studios from any and all claims or causes of action, known or unknown, arising out of the DiscoverDance On-the-Go Series.

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We're exploring...
PLACE

When we explore the concept of PLACE, we discover our Kinesphere (bubble of personal space). We explore all the ways our bodies can move in our kinesphere by staying in one spot as well as moving through space. This builds awareness of our dance space and how to move through it without running into our friends. We also work on developing our impulse control by being aware of our surroundings and moving into the empty spaces. ​​

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Spotify Playlist

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Activity #1- The Freeze Dance

Song Suggestion:
Wiggy Wiggles Freeze Dance
Artist:
Hap Palmer

​At home prop: Use your creative thinking to find something in your house that you can dance with. For example: a neck scarf, small hand towel, instrument, or a stuffed animal.

A Note about the Freeze Dance: The freeze dance helps us develop our self-regulation. That's our ability to control our decision making without someone else telling us what to do. Our job is to listen to the music and freeze when we hear the music stop. Self-regulation helps us control our impulses and behavior in everyday life, so it's important that we practice this skill often. The freeze dance also increases our heart rate for proper warm up and helps us work off excited energy. Lastly, the freeze dance is an outlet for movement exploration and self-expression.

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Activity #2- Warm-up Series
Follow the directions in the songs below.

Song Suggestion:
1. Gentle Warm Up: Arm Stretch
Artist:
Kate Kuper




Song Suggestion:
2. Gentle Warm Up: Waist Twist
Artist:
Kate Kuper




Song Suggestion:
3. Gentle Warm Up: Head Circles
Artist:
Kate Kuper




​Song Suggestion:
4. Gentle Warm Up: Arm Swings, Arm Circles, and Leg Swings
Artist:
Kate Kuper

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Activity #3- Introduce the Concept

Caregiver: "When we dance, we can dance ON OUR SPOT or ALL AROUND. Say, “ON OUR SPOT”. Now say “ALL AROUND”. Thank you! I am going to stand tall and show you all the amazing ways I can move ON MY SPOT. (Demonstrate the following movements) I can shake my body, bounce my knees, kick my legs, and stretch my arms. What else can I do ON MY SPOT? (Demonstrate their ideas) Those are great ideas. Now, I am going to move ALL AROUND the room. How can I move from this spot to the couch? I can walk (demonstrate) from this spot to that spot. How can I get to the chair?" Repeat several times demonstrating their ideas.

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Activity #4- Explore the Concept #1

​Song Suggestion:
Moving in Place 
Artist:
Mr. Gym

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Activity #5- Explore the Concept #2

Song Suggestion:
Locomotor Movement
Artist:
Kate Kuper

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Activity #6- Skill Development

Skill: Creating
Song Suggestion:
Dance, Freeze, Melt
Artist:
Mr. Eric & Mr. Michael

Create a dance using the prompts in the song. Each time you repeat the dance, your movements should be the same. 

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Activity #7- Cool Down
Follow the directions in the song below.

Song Suggestion:
The Cool Down Song
Artist:
Sticky Kids

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Activity #8- Reflection

Review PLACE and the movements we can do ON OUR SPOT and the movements we can do ALL AROUND.
Caregiver: "Show me your favorite movement on your spot. Now show me your favorite movement all around."

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Additional Resources:

Coloring Page

Craft

Bonus Activity

Facebook Page

Virtual Class

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Don't forget to share!

Your teacher wants to see your hard work.
​Be sure to share your coloring page, craft, a picture, or a video of you participating in this on-the-go lesson.
You can email your studio directly or share on social media and tag your studio.