Rhythm in dance is simply expressive movement made with or without music. Most movements that take place in physical education class contain elements of rhythm.
Rhythmic activities are particularly appropriate for younger children.
Early experiences should center on functional and creative movement forms. The program must go beyond being a collection of movement songs and folk dances, and it must be more than the teacher playing records for the children. Locomotor skills are inherently rhythmic in execution, and the addition of rhythm can enhance development of these skills. Rhythmic activities also provide a vehicle for expressive movement. These activities offer opportunities for broad participation and personal satisfaction for all, since children personalize their responses within the framework of the idea.