Movement and Choreography · Dance and Kinesthetics

Body Awareness and Control

Learning the physiological basics of movement, balance, and coordination essential for all dance forms.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does proper alignment prevent injury and improve performance?
  2. 2What is the relationship between breath and fluid movement?
  3. 3How can a dancer use tension and relaxation to communicate different ideas?

Common Core State Standards

NCAS: Performing DA.Pr5.1.6NCAS: Performing DA.Pr4.1.6
Grade: 6th Grade
Subject: Visual & Performing Arts
Unit: Movement and Choreography
Period: Dance and Kinesthetics

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