My Lesson Plan

Daniela Marta Abbo

DAN 385 - Methods of Teaching Dance (K-12)

Lesson Plan


  1. Lesson Plan Details 

    1. Title: Stretching & Meditation

    2. Theme: Balanced Mind-Body connection

    3. Art Discipline: Dance Technique

    4. Grade Level: Ninth through twelfth grade.

    5. Teacher's Name: Daniela Marta Abbo

    6. Volume: Volume 1, The Basics 


  1. Date

    1. April 1st, 2024, 2:00-2:30 pm


  1. Objective & Component 

    1. Component: Movement Skills & Underlying Principles

    2. Objectives: Explain the need for warming up before each dance experience. Executes a variety of warm-up exercises specific to dance.


  1. Standard (Competency)

    1. The student can identify healthy lifestyle choices and dance conditioning. 

      1. (DA.E.1.4.1) (DA.E.1.4.2) (DA.E.2.4.3)


  1. Plan (Activity) 

GOOGLE SLIDES: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1KBdIK0g57oapxzJIxwM50NQ21QQqZewr2WSBovDO4CE/edit?usp=sharing 

  1. Introduction - 2 minutes

    1. Welcome to my Stretching & Meditation class! 

    2. Why Stretch and Meditate? As dancers, you want to develop a balanced Mind-Body Connection to sharpen your physical and mental performance.

      1. Physically (Body) → Stretching

        1. Elongate our muscles, enhance our range of motion, and promote overall body awareness.

      2. Mentally (Mind) → Meditating

        1. Mental focus, stress reduction, and emotional regulation

    3. Agenda Run-Through


  1. The Science of Stretching (Video) - 5 minutes 

    1. Explains the science of stretching and how it helps sharpen physical & mental muscles.

    2. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1pb2aK2we4 


  1. Stretch Sets - 10 minutes

    1. Ask students to go get a mat and find a comfortable spot on the floor.

    2. Exercise Sets (Each for about 30secs - 1 minute)

      1. Crossed-Legged Seat with Twists

      2. Wide Leg Seat with Pulses

      3. Windshield Wipers

      4. Sitting Glute Stretch / Right

      5. Sitting Glute Stretch / Left

      6. Toe Seat

      7. Lean Back

      8. Cat-Cow Circles

      9. Puppy Pose

      10. Child Pose

      11. Deep Lunge with Arm Opening / Right

      12. Deep Lunge / Right

      13. Half Split / Right

      14. Deep Lunge with Arm Opening / Left

      15. Deep Lunge / Left

      16. Half Split / Left

      17. Table Top & Rock Front to Back / Right

      18. Pigeon Pose / Right

      19. Table Top & Rock Front to Back / Left

      20. Pigeon Pose / Left

      21. Lying Butterfly


  1. Guided Meditation - 6 minutes

    1. Explain Diaphragmic Breathing

    2. Headspace Video

      1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pB_qUY1dPrs 


  1. Gratitude Circle - 7 minutes

    1. As an extension of the meditation portion of the class, students will be asked to share with the class one thing they are grateful for and why. 


  1. Assessment 

    1. Informal Formative assessment style is executed through positive reinforcements, necessary corrections, and answering questions.


  1. Homework (.5 pt)

    1. Encourage students to practice guided meditation techniques learned in class to minimize stress during the upcoming finals week.


  1. Careers Skills Learned (1 bonus pt)

    1. The focus and concentration cultivated during meditation sessions can enhance cognitive abilities such as problem-solving and decision-making. It can also help develop stress management and emotional regulation skills, which in turn can lead to greater resilience in the face of workplace challenges. Stretching techniques can enhance physical abilities, which can be useful for primarily sedentary jobs.

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