Everybody Can Dance: Practical Strategies for PE Teachers

This lively, session will engage PE teachers in techniques for making dance a fun, comfortable, and purposeful part of their curriculum. Learn proven strategies to engage all students -- regardless of experience, confidence level and ability. Participants will learn and practice skills for creating a safe environment where everyone feels successful moving to the music. Participants will discover fresh, ready-to-use dances that are adaptable for various ages and abilities. You’ll also gain techniques for introducing steps, building confidence, and connecting dance to physical education standards and life skills. Best of all, this session is fully participatory -- so come ready to move, learn, and leave with ideas you can teach tomorrow. Whether your goal is to improve coordination, encourage creativity, or simply get students active in a new way, you’ll walk away with the tools and confidence to make everybody believe they can dance.