Hi, I'm Oti. Are you ready to boost your mood with me?
We are going to dance our socks off by listening to lots of different types of music.
By the end of our dance party. We will feel happy and full of fun.
So let's start with some feel good pop music.
Oh yeah and step to the side from right to left and click your fingers or you could clap.
Sometimes we can feel a bit sad or upset. So dancing can make us feel happy.
So let's dance together and give ourselves a boost.
Now when you hear this noise, that means the music will change and we will switch to a different type of dance.
You can dance like me or you can dance in any way you choose. Just keep dancing.
That's rock now, watch out for those near you, giving yourself plenty of space. Let's give some headbanging, shake your head, flick your hair around and and air guitar!
Let’s really go for it.
Oh, okay. We're changing now.
So we have to slow it down.
Now try and be graceful with your movement and hand to the side and point your toes.
Let's be brave with this one and try spin.
That's it. Well done.
And just like that the music has changed.
Now let's try some line dancing.
Okay, so now we're gonna go to the side.
Just like that. See, I was feeling a little bit fed up earlier.
Now this is really cheering me up.
Yes, techno.
Let's see if you can join in.
Little fish, now big fish.
Now cardboard box and we stack the shelves and go a little bit lower, higher and happy shopper.
Make sure you smile when you do this.
Now we're gonna pick the apples, and pick the mushrooms.
Oops, it's changed again.
Okay, that sounds like Charleston, we've gone back to the 1920s.
Copy me. So now you can copy me, and lift your feet.
Go forward, and we're gonna add a little kick.
We're gonna go kick and back and kick and down and kick and down.
That's it. Feet up, feet up.
Now we're gonna do the last one which is a disco.
So now we can put our hands in the air. Other way, we go one, two, three, four.
Shake to the side and shake to the side.
Well done everyone.
See, I really feel proud of us for taking time to boost today.
I was feeling a little bit meh in the morning but dancing with you has really cheered me up.
Now, let's say together. I feel good.
Are you ready?
I feel good.
Well done.
Hope to see you all soon.
And remember. Keep dancing. Bye
Get ready to dance your socks off with Strictly Come Dancing champion Oti Mabuse as she incorporates a wide range of musical genres in a fun and high energy dance party.
Pupils are encouraged to have fun together by practicing their own unique and confident dance moves.
This classroom activity can be used to energise the class, helping them feel good and ready to take on the rest of the day.
Teacher Notes
- Phase and setting most suitable for: KS2. Whole class gratitude practice.
- When to use: Start of the day/Movement break between lessons .
See our Moodboosters School Timetable for more ideas.
- Curriculum/topic/SEMH links: PE Dance/Emotional regulation tools .
- Visit the Teacher Guide for more information and support.
Enrichment activities
- Lyrics of Energy
- Children write a short, fun energy boost chant or song about feeling good and rocking out. Example: "Jump up high, touch the sky,Play that guitar, don't be shy!"
- Energy Reflection
- Finish the sentences: "Before rocking out, I felt ___. After rocking out, I feel ___." , "My favourite move was ___ because ___."
- Battle of the Bands
- Split the class into two groups.
- Each group does a short, energetic performance using their instruments and moves.
- Everyone cheers for both groups — no competition, just celebration!
More from Boost:
Animal Safari. video
Bethany Shriever uses movement and exercises to help primary school children recognise the importance of taking time to pause and reflect.
Boat Race. video
Ade Adepitan shows primary school pupils that it’s ok to go wrong from time to time through a combination of rowing, jumping and leaning.
Volume Up. video
Rhys Stephenson and George Webster encourage primary school pupils to join in with a body percussion routine to inspire confidence and self-belief.
Wacky Workout. video
Dr Ranj Singh leads a wacky workout for primary school pupils about being able to change negative moods to positive ones through movement.
Power Up. video
Rhys Stephenson and Joe Tasker use simple hand movements and actions to help up the energy levels in the room.
MC Hype. video
Oti Mabuse becomes MC Hype in this fun activity that aims to get children off their feet to help combat feelings of tiredness and fatigue.
Make Some Noise. video
Evie Pickerill inspires children to turn their bodies into musical instruments to help stimulate awareness of controlling movement.
Emotion in Motion. video
Amy Dowden demonstrates how primary school children can explore different emotions through movement and impersonations of animals.
Let's Rock. video
Evie Pickerill assembles an air instrument rock band for children, where everyone has their own part to play.
More from Moodboosters:
Recharge. collection
Activities to help children become aware of the importance of self-care, whilst building resilience and recognising what makes them special.
Connect. collection
Fun, movement-based activities for children centring on relationships and how to recognise emotions in others through empathy.
Imagine. collection
Learning activities to promote creativity and optimism in children whilst encouraging them to use their imagination to envision their goals and aspirations.
Teacher's guide
Curriculum-linked ideas and tips about how you can use Moodboosters with your class during the school day.
Watch again - our live launch. video
Watch highlights as children from around the nations join together for a big mood-boosting moment.
About Moodboosters
Everything you need to know about our initiative to get KS1 / KS2 pupils moving for mental health and wellbeing.
