Dancercize (Brownie Try-it)

Please add ways to customize the Dancercize Try-it activities here, and include useful resources below.

As with all Brownie Try-its, scouts need to complete 4 activities to earn the badge.

Dancing is a great way to exercise. Tap you feet, kick your heels, and spin around while you combine dance and exercise.

Move to the Beat
Practice these movement to your favorite music:


 * 1) March in Place
 * 2) Step forward and backward and swing your arms to the sides.
 * 3) Step sideways and swing your arms in circles.
 * 4) Put your hands on your hips and move from side to side.
 * 5) Walk in a circle, lifting your knees very high while clapping your hands.

Make up some of your own moves. Do them for at least 10-15 minutes.

Dance on Stage
Watch a dance performance at a theater or community center, on an outdoor stage, or on television. What parts of the dance you imitate?

My Own Dance
Make up a dance to your favorite song. Teach your new dance to other girls.

Dance Party
Have a dance party with you a group of friends.

You will need:


 * Your choice of music
 * Snacks


 * 1) Pick a time and place for a get-together with your friends.
 * 2) Decide on the music. Each girl can bring her favorite dance music.
 * 3) Teach each other dance steps.
 * 4) Have a healthy snack for energy.

Follow the Leader
Take turns with other girls in being the leader in your troop. The leader should call out a movement and show everyone how to follow it. You can do these movements to start: climbing ladder, reaching for the sun on tiptoe, moving like a windmill, touching toes with knees slightly bent. Think of others you can do.

A Dance Story
Use dance to tell a story. Use movement to express feelings such as fear, excitement, sadness or surprise.