YEAR 8 OPTIONS PE DANCE COURSES BTEC SPORT

YEAR 8 OPTIONS PE & DANCE COURSES

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 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.

• 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