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We developed and tested these accessibility concepts in the scope of our dance projects. 

 

They include examples that you can use and adapt for your own purposes in preparing your first lesson.

Accessibility Concepts

Not every student is crazy about dancing right from the start. So how can we bring the world of contemporary dance closer to theirs and introduce them to the topic? In our accessibility concepts, we’ve developed various approaches for a range of age groups. On top of that, we provide tips for films and videos that can establish a connection to the familiar and help to break the ice.

4th – 6th grade

Comic Book Characters and Heroes

How do Batman, Wonderwoman and other idols move, what poses are characteristic for them? For students who think dancing is uncool in the beginning.

Dancing and Sports

A perfect shot in basketball or a phenomenal flip while doing parcours – sequences of movements play a crucial role in the world of sports too. For students who would rather be in gym class than dance class.

7th – 9th grade

suitable for all school types

"Safet’s Dream" (Film)

Real men don’t dance? Think again! For students with gender-specific prejudices.

Copying is Cool?

In one of her music videos, Beyonce imitates a choreography by Anne Teresa De Keersmaeker. Is she allowed to do it, just like that? For students who love pop culture.

Optional Category

Gaming

Dances are an integral part of video games like Fortnite or Just Dance. Which moves are hot these days and where are they from? For students that are into playing video games.

High school

For all ages

Role Model Dancer

A certain sequence of steps, the first pair of dance shoes or a memento from the life of a professional dancer... For students who relate to dance through personal stories.