Parachute Dance

Learning Outcomes

The students will be able to perform a parachute dance which promotes rhythm, coordination, the development of upper body strength, and locomotor skills

Description Of Activity

 When the music begins hold for 4 sets of 8 counts. Step-Close Sequence: 1-16 -- Step R to R side and close L, taking weight onto the L foot (2 counts). Repeat the move for a total of 8 times for a total of 16 counts. On the last count, tap with the L foot so that the move can be reversed. 1-16 -- Step L to the L side and close R, taking weight onto the R foot (2 counts). Repeat the move for a total of 8 times for a total of 16 counts. Shake and Sway Sequence: 1-8 -- Stand in place and gently shake the parachute up and down to the music. 1-8 -- Repeat the shaking movements. 1-8 -- Students will all sway to the R for 2 counts, back to the center for 2 counts, to the L for 2 counts, and back to the center for 2 counts. 1-8 -- Repeat the swaying movements for 8 more counts. The Mushroom Move Sequence: 1-8 -- Raise the arms above the head making the parachute lift into the air to form a mushroom PE EFFECTIVENESS For younger children, you can slow down the step-close sequence and only do half as many movements Ask the students all the sequences and clear all doubts.  

Equipment/Material Required

 Four cones for boundaries (same color), Beach ball Music Player & pen drive. Parachute. 

Spread the parachute completely and lay it on the ground
Have children hold the handles of the parachute or rolled up edges