MODULE IN HEALTH OPTIMIZING PHYSICAL EDUCATION 3

(H.O.P.E )

Topic Nature of Dances

Name of Teacher Jean M. Hugo
Position Teacher III
District/School: San Agustin Integrated School
Curriculum Information:
Education Type: Senior High School
(Mother Tongue, Primary,
Multi-grade, Elementary,
Junior HS, Senior HS)
Grade Level: Grade 12
Keywords:

Learning Area: P.E and Health 3

Domain: Module 1 Nature of Dances
Sub-Domain: 1.
2.
3.
Content Standards: The learner demonstrates understanding of
dance in optimizing one’s health; as requisite
for physical activity assessment performance,
and as a career opportunity.
Performance The learner leads dance events with
Standards: proficiency and confidence resulting in
independent pursuit and in influencing others
positively.
Competency PEH12FH-Ia-19
Code/s: PEH12FH-Ia-t-8
PEH12FH-Ia-t-12
Learning 1. Discusses the nature of the different
Competency/s: dances.
2. Engages in moderate to vigorous physical
activities (MVPAs) for at least 60 minutes
most days of the week in a variety of settings
in- and out-of school.
3. Demonstrates proper etiquette and safety
in the use of facilities and equipment.
Intended users: Grade 12
Objective/s:
Description: The learners are expected to identify the
three energy systems that motivate all
performances.
Activity 1. CHOOSE ME!
Directions: Match Column A with the correct answer on the column B.
Write only the letter of answer on the blank provided at the right side of
the module.

COLUMN A COLUMN B

1. The rebellion against the confining a. Hip-Hop dance 1. ____

nature of classical ballet.

2. It was called competitive ballroom b. Latin Dance 2. ____

dancing in the past.
3. It is also known as the Street dance c. Contemporary 3.____
Ballet
4. The mother of Philippine Folk Dance d. Classical 4. ____
Ballet
5. Cha-cha-cha, Rumba and Jive e. Jovita Sison 5. ____

6. Traditional dances found in a certain f. Standard Dance 6. ____

country.
7. The routines contain many g. Dance Sports 7. ____
components of cheers, jumps, dance,
gymnastics and stunting.

8. Dancers are free to express their h. Francisca 8.____

feelings through movements without Reyes-Aquino
adhering to any rules in dance particularly
in the ballet.
9. Waltz, Tango and Quickstep i. Folk Dance 9.____

10. Known for its exactness of technique j. Cheer Dance 10.____

That highlights pointed toes and turn-
Outs, high extensions and gracefulness.

k. Modern Dance

l. Ethnic Dance
 Readings

Dance is a particular series of graceful movements of the body and

feet. When we dance, we move our body and feet in a way which follows a
rhythm, usually in time to music. It is a way of moving that uses the body as
an instrument of expression and communication. Dance enables us to
understand ourselves and the world in which we live. It also enhances our
skills of perception, observation, and concentration.

Type of Dances:
1. Folk Dance- are the indigenous dances of any specific “folk” or the
common people. They are traditionally customary or recreational dance
forms of a given country which have evolved naturally and were
handed down across generations. They are related to everything of
importance in our daily lives, such as customs, rituals, and occupations
of a specific group of people.
Characteristics:
1. It is traditional
2. It has an expressive behavior
3. Simple, basic rhythm dominates the folk dance and establishes the pattern
of movement.
4. It is created by an unknown choreographer or by communal efforts.
5. It performs a function in the life of the folk people.
What are the differences between national, and ethnic dance?
National dances—are traditional folk dances but have a national scope. They
ae popular and widely danced throughout a given country, often with a
number of regional variations. (e.g.Cariňosa, Curacha, Pandanggo)
Ethnic Dances—or Ethnological dances are those performed in primitive
tribes and have retained their close kinship with religious ritual and community
custom. These dances may “require a certain level of special performing
skills” that are symbolic in meaning, making it harder for those outside the
group to understand.
Types of Ethnic Dances:
 1. Ritual dances—dances that depict ritual ceremonies. Ex. Dugso
(Bukidnon) and Pagdidiwata (Palawan).
2. Life-Cycle dances—dances relating to the cycle of human life such as
birthing, courtship, wedding, and funeral. Ex. Binasuan (Pangasinan)
and Daling-daling (Courtship dance from Sulu)
3. Occupational Dances—dances thociety. at exhibit work and occupation
of the dancers. Ex. Mag Asik (Cotabato) and Mananagat (Cebu)
dances.

Francisca Reyes-Aquino—the first National Artist for Dance and the Mother
of Philippine Folk Dance.

2. Ballet—was taken from the Italian word Ballare, meaning to dance,

and ballo, referring to dances performed in a ballroom.
According to Haskell (1965)—is a combination of the arts of dancing,
poetry, music and painting. The essential quality of the ballet dancer is grace
that is phrasing, fluidity, harmony, the making of words into a poetic whole;
bound up with the reaction to music that goes far deeper than a purely
rhythmic reaction.
Ballet is an artistic, programmatic, scenic dance accompanied by music
(Burian 1963). It is basically a special and generically unique from, which
resulted from the synthesis, collaboration and equilibrium of several different
types of art. The art of gesture and mime interprets, by specific means of
expression, the thematic and emotional content of the scenario on which it is
based, bringing the poet’s ideas to life, presenting the story with all its
conflicts, plots, and solutions.
--The first ballet performs were men. The ballet costumes before were
Grecian; sandals, diaphanous skirt, low-necked body, hair in form of wreath.

Classical vs. Contemporary Ballet

Classical Ballet—is known for its exactness of technique that highlights
pointed toes and turnouts, high extensions and gracefulness. It also uses
traditional mime that utilizes gestures for conversation instead of words.
“These gestures are as precise as ballet steps and have to be learned and
performed accurately.”
Contemporary or Modern Ballet—mainly uses ballet steps and more natural
movement to convey meaning. It incorporates elements of both classical
ballet and modern dance that allows a greater range of movement that does
not support the strict bodylines that are traditional in any of the classical ballet.
--the first ballet company in the Philippines is the Cultural Center of the
Philippines Dance Company (now ballet Philippines? And Dance Theater
Philippines.
3. Modern Dance—a term to describe contemporary dance, is a style of
dancing where dancers are free to express their feelings through
movements without adhering to any rules in dance particularly in that of
ballet. It is actually a rebellion against the confining nature of classical
ballet.
Unlike ballet, dancers of modern dance use their own interpretations
instead of structured steps. They thrust aside the classical ballet stance of
an upright, erect body, and instead often opt for deliberate falls to the floor.
The movements are not always necessarily light, beautiful, and effortless
 but instead strong and sometimes ugly as the effort involved in producing it
is revealed. Modern dance uses more of the torso on a horizontal rather
than a vertical plane.
Beauty and ethereal qualities of the human situation is what is mostly
being emphasized in ballet, while modern dance portrays the actual human
situation as it is. Modern dance makes use of the floor as part of the
movements, whereas in ballet, the floor was merely for standing or sitting
purposes. It also includes several areas of dance movement, namely,
technique, improvisation, and choreography.

4. Cheer Dance— Cheerleading is an event that consists of cheers and

organized routines for sports team motivation, audience entertainment, or
competition. The routines contain many components of cheers, jumps,
dance, gymnastics, and stunting. The purpose is to encourage the
spectators of events to cheer for sports teams at games. The yellers,
dancers, and athletes involved in cheerleading are called cheerleaders.
When they are grouped together as one, they are called a squad.

5. Dance Sport—is a combination of art and sport. It was called

competitive ballroom dancing in the past. This goes with partners (male and
lady) competing against other partners dancing on the floor at one time.
Dance sport provides an avenue to gain discipline of the body and mind of
the dance athletes.

Latin Dances: Samba, Cha-Cha-Cha, Rumba, Paso Doble and Jive

Standard Dances: Waltz, Tango, Viennese Waltz, Slow Foxtrot and
Quickstep, which constitute the dance style.

6. Street Dance (Hip-Hop Dance) --is one of the newest dance genres in
the 20th century that immensely attracts the new generation particularly the
youth. It came from the African-American hip hop culture and tremendously
spread worldwide. It is a freestyle in nature and maybe practiced in either a
dance studio or in an open space outdoor. Other terms that are used are
crews, freestyling, and battles. It can be entertainment or a hobby.

7. Festival Dance-- are cultural dances performed to the strong beats of

percussion instruments by a community of people sharing the same culture
usually done in honor of a Patron Saint or in thanksgiving of a bountiful
harvest. Festival dances may be religious or secular in nature.

Move On
All dances start with the basic arms and feet positions. Learning the
basics makes the study of dances a lot easier and enjoyable.

Let’s recall the fundamental position of the arms and feet.

A. Arms Positions
 First Position- Arms slightly raised and encircled in front
at
chest level with fingers an inch apart.

Second Position- Arms slightly raised sideways below

shoulder level.

Third Position- Encircle one arm overhead while the other

is
raised sideways.

Fourth Position- Encircle one arm overhead while the

other is
Placed in front of the chest.

Fifth Position- Raise both arms overhead with fingers

slightly
apart.

B. Feet Positions

First Position- Heels together and toes open at about 45

degrees.

Second Position- Feet parallel at about shoulder width

Third Position- Heel of one foot touching the instep of the

other.

Fourth Position- Open-crossed. Heel of front foot in line

with
 the heel of the rear foot.

Fifth Position- Close-crossed. Heel of front touching the

toes
of the rear foot.

Activity 2. Practice the arms and feet positions with partner.

Directions:
1. Practice the arms positions by describing each step.
2. Practice the feet positions while describing each step.
3. Together, practice the arms and feet positions.
4. Practice both with music.
5. Let your partner rate you.

5- Outstanding
4- VS
3- S
2- F
1- Needs more practice.

Rating:
Arms ________
Feet ________
 Activity 3. Match Column A with Column B.

1. a. Heels together and toes

open at about 45 degrees

2. b. Heel of one foot touching

the instep of the other.

3. c. Close-crossed. Heel of front

foot touching the toes of the
rear foot.

4. d. Feet parallel at about

shoulder width.

5. e. Open-crossed. Heel of front

foot in line with the heel of
the rear foot.

6. f. Arms slightly raised

sideways below shoulder
level.

7. g. Arms slightly raised and

encircled in front at chest
level with fingers an inch
apart.

8. h. Raise both arms overhead

with fingers slightly apart.

9. i. Encircle one arm overhead

while the other is placed in
front of chest.

10. j. Encircle one arm overhead

while the other is raised
sideways.