Basic Cheerdance Hand Movements And Positions Lesson Plan for 10th Grade Students

Topic: basic cheerdance hand movements and positions

Objectives & Outcomes

• Students will be able to identify the basic skills and positions in cheerdance.

Materials

• Diagrams of basic hand movements and positions in cheerdance
• Cheerdance props (optional)

Warm-up

• Review the basics of cheerleading and discuss the importance of cheerleaders in sporting events.
• Ask students if they have ever gone to a sporting event and seen the cheerleaders. Ask them what they do and what they wear.
• Show a video of cheerleaders performing at a sporting event. Ask students to pay attention to the different hand movements and positions they see.

Direct Instruction

• Introduce the names of the basic cheerdance hand movements:
• Proper grip and technique for each movement:
• Demonstrate each movement, including proper technique and body positioning.
• Ask students to pay attention and try to mimic the movements you are demonstrating.

Guided Practice

• Divide students into small groups and have them practice the movements and grips on their own.
• Demonstrate the movements again, this time allowing for students to practice alongside you.
• Encourage students to ask questions and offer feedback as you go along.

Independent Practice

• Have students work in pairs to practice the cheerdance moves and grips.
• Encourage them to mirror each other's movements and pay attention to their partner's body positioning.

Closure

• Review the names and descriptions of the basic cheerdance moves and grips.
• Ask students to share any questions or feedback they have about the activity.

Assessment

• Observe students during the practice session to assess their understanding of the material.
• Collect and review the completed worksheets to assess their ability to identify and describe the basic cheerdance moves and grips.
• Conduct a short quiz or written test to assess students' knowledge of the material covered in the lesson.