1. Year 8 Options PE & DANCE COURSES

2. BTEC SPORT Worth 1 GCSE with 3 lessons a week - 2 practical & 1 theory
The course is 75% coursework and 25% exam based with most double lessons practically based with a theory lesson follow up.
You do NOT need to be good at PE, but you need to be willing to always participate with an interest in the world of PE and sport.
You must be willing to lead others in some practical coaching sessions and officiate in various activities throughout the year.
A commitment to after school activities is required to lead various Primary school competitions, tournaments and festivals.
You must have good ICT and English skills as the majority of the coursework will be done on computers on the VLE.

3. BTEC Performing Arts Dance
3 lessons a week, a single and a double lesson
Equivalent to one GCSE
Over the three years, you will complete three units
1. Dance Skills
2. Preparation, Performance and Production
3. Individual Showcase
Largely practical with a small element of written work
Don’t need previous Dance experience if you are willing to learn and try
If you would like any more information, please speak to Mrs Moloney.

11. Why Dance?
Improve strength and flexibility, which helps keeps you healthy
Meet new people and make friends with people who have similar interests
Reduce stress levels
Build communication, team work and personal management skills needed in every profession
Increase your self esteem and confidence through mastering new skills and performing to audiences