Living room dance party
Get the whole family moving to their favourite tunes!
A living room dance party is a simple but high-energy way to encourage active play and let everyone let loose! Whether it's a children's playlist, your favourite throwback songs, or a mix of both, this activity is about freedom and fun. Dancing provides great physical activity while also boosting creativity, rhythm, and body awareness.
Let the little ones groove to their favourite kids' songs, but don’t hesitate to play the music that brings out your own inner child. Whether it's disco, rock, or hip-hop, everyone can join in the fun!
Add some extra excitement by incorporating fun accessories like play silks, musical instruments, sunglasses, balloons, or even bubbles. It’s all about moving, grooving, and having fun together.
This can also be a handy one for active independent play with you appreciating their moves while you get stuff done nearby.
Or, if you have a little one in tow this is a great idea for you to have some fun with bub at home!
Materials
Prep
Step 1:
Set up a playlist with a mix of kids' music and your favourite tunes.
Step 2:
Gather some accessories like play silks, musical instruments, sunglasses, or bubbles.
Step 3:
Clear a space in the living room to make sure there's enough room for dancing.
Play
Step 1:
Play the music and encourage everyone to dance in their own unique way.
Step 2:
Have fun with spontaneous dance moves or take turns leading the dance party with your favourite songs and moves (how about the Moonwalk?)
Extend
Freeze Dance: Pause the music randomly and challenge everyone to freeze in place when the music stops. When it starts again, dance faster or slower!
Limbo: Grab a broom or cardboard roll and have your little one dance under it to get to the other side - lowering it each time for a challenge!
Copycat: Mirror each other's moves as best as possible, switching turns for leading the choreography
