Christian Dance Challenge: A Fun Glow-in-the-Dark Youth Group Lock-In Activity for Teen Girls

Looking for a creative and faith-filled youth group activity for teen girls? This Christian dance challenge was the highlight of our recent Chicks Lock-In—and it's perfect for any lock-in, retreat, or girl’s ministry event!

This glow-themed activity combines fun, creativity, teamwork, and worship all in one unforgettable night.

Activity Overview: Christian Dance & Costume Challenge

We wanted to encourage o girls to express their faith through movement, music, and a little bit of sparkle. So we split them into two teams and gave them a unique challenge: create costumes using simple materials and perform a choreographed dance to their favorite Christian song.

This youth ministry game is great for:

• Lock-ins

• Retreats

• Youth group nights

• Girls’ small groups

• Teen discipleship events

Supplies Needed:

Each team received a set of the following supplies:

• Plastic tablecloths (for skirts, capes, or wraps)

• Crepe paper rolls (great for layering and accessorizing)

• Toilet paper (yes—it works for fun and flowy designs!)

• Glow sticks & glow wands (for nighttime flair)

• Makeup (optional, for final stage-ready touches)

Instructions:

1. Split into teams (2–4 teams depending on group size).

2. Choose a favorite Christian dance song (upbeat worship songs work great—think Forest Frank Up!, KB Worship in the Moshpit, or other upbeat Christian artists).

3. Design and create costumes using only the supplies provided.

4. Choreograph a 1-minute dance performance to the selected song.

5. Apply fun stage makeup for a little extra flair (optional).

6. Perform the dance in front of leaders or the rest of the group.

7. Let adult leaders judge based on creativity, teamwork, and enthusiasm!

Why It Works:

This activity was a hit because it:

• Encourages creativity and confidence

• Promotes teamwork and communication

• Lets teens express their faith in a fun, modern way

• Works well with glow-in-the-dark or themed nights

• Creates lasting memories and tons of laughs

Pin-Worthy Tips:

• Set the mood with black lights or LED string lights.

• Offer bonus points for synchronized moves or creative lyrics interpretation.

• Play Christian music videos before the challenge for inspiration.

• Take plenty of photos—these make great memories and content for your youth group’s social media!

This glow-in-the-dark Christian dance challenge for girls is a perfect way to bring energy and spiritual joy into your next youth event. Whether you’re a youth leader, small group host, or teen looking to plan a fun night with friends, this activity brings it all together: faith, fun, friendship, and a little flair.

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