JMJ Marists Brothers

Notre Dame of Marbel University

Module College of Education

PHYSICAL EDUCATION DEPARTMENT

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Health and Rhythmic Activities
PE 112 Ginarie M. Cadiz, LPT

Lesson 3: INTRODUCTION TO BriefFOLKDANCE:

Historical Background of Dance, Characteristics, Classifications,
Forms of Dance

I. Learning Outcomes

At the end of the lesson, the students can:

1. trace briefly the history of dance and the terms through a parody; and
2. identify the characteristics, classifications, forms through a short quiz.
BTI. 3.2.1 Implement teaching strategies that are responsive to the learners’ linguistic, cultural,
socio-economic and religious backgrounds

II. Introduction
The folkdance is a traditional or native dance form arranged to express people’s distinct
cultural thoughts, emotions and way of life. It has been handed down from generation
to generation. It has a distinct character of the blending of the Spanish and Oriental
movements brought about by the long colonialization of the oriental by the Spain.
Folk dances have been popular in the Philippines and in any oriental countries.
Philippine native folk dances have caught the attention of the world when these native
dances brought delight and entertainment to royal courts, theaters, and other elite
venues. These dances have promoted national goodwill through depicting the habits
and customs of people all over the world. (Gandola, 2012)

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 III. Activity

Click this link:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6PnwAnrMT4

Write down your observations as you watch the video. You will be guided with the
following questions.
1. What did you see in the video?
2. Are you familiar with this dance? What are the steps or actions that you are
familiar with?
3. What can you say about their costumes, music, and the props they are using?

IV. Acquisition of New Knowledge

FOLKDANCE
The folkdance is a traditional or native dance form arranged to express people’s distinct
cultural thoughts, emotions and way of life. It has been handed down from generation
to generation. It has a distinct character of the blending of the Spanish and Oriental
movements brought about by the long colonialization of the oriental by the Spain.
Folk dances have been popular in the Philippines and in any oriental countries.
Philippine native folk dances have caught the attention of the world when these native
dances brought delight and entertainment to royal courts, theaters, and other elite
venues. These dances have promoted national goodwill through depicting the habits
and customs of people all over the world. (Gandola, 2012)

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Brief Historical Background of Dance
The written paragraphs were taken from “Rhythm and Dance “Physical Education
2 by Quipse F. et.al (2019)

Art and religion were the most serious concerns of primitive civilizations. Although
during the primitive times, their concerns were mainly how to find food and how to
increase its supply. Unaware of the artistic aspect, they made use of hunting and fishing
as their way of life. With regards to religion, they believe that the supernatural beings
govern their fate. So, to express their feelings, they created rhythmic movements by
stamping, shaking their bodies, chanting and other bodily expressions with the use of
natural accompaniment. They employed wood, bamboo, dried leaves and other things
to accompany their rhythmic movements which develop into dance by generally
perpetuating the movement and passing the tradition to the next generation. The
interweaving factors of rhythm created the dance and later developed into high quality
movement and became part of an established art form up to this time. Quipse, et. al
(2019)

When teaching a dance, the following are to be considered.

Characteristics of Philippine Folkdance (Quipse, et al, 2019)
1. As a rule, Philippine folkdances begins and end with a saludo.
2. In general, dancers are far apart. A distance of about 6-8 ft. from each other is
normal.
3. There is very little, if any, body contact although holding hands is common.
4. Most of the dances done in pairs and hand movements play a very important
role.
5. Many of our dances are done in long formation.
6. Our dances are performed by both young and old and by both sexes.

This is where you will understand why dances varies. Based on their costumes, props
or even music and the like.

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CLASSIFICATIONS OF THE PHILIPPINE FOLKDANCES
I. General Classification
A. Geographical
B. Nature
II. Special Classification
A. Christian
B. Non-Christian
C. Ethnic

Classifications of the Philippine Folkdances According to its Nature

1. Occupational Dances – depicting action of certain occupation, industry or
human labor. Example: planting, harvesting, pounding, etc.
2. Religious or Ceremonial Dances – is performed in connection with religious
vows and ceremonies. Examples: Putong, Sta. Clara Pinong- Pino
3. Comic Dances – depicting funny movements for entertainment. Example
Kinoton
4. Game Dances – is done with play elements ( dance mixers) Example: Pabo,
Lubi-Lubi
5. Courtship Dances – depicting love making. Example: Hele- Hele, Bago
6. Wedding Dances – performed during wedding feasts. Examples: Pandang-
Pandang, Pantomina
7. Festival Dances – suitable for special occasions or any social gatherings.
Examples: Kuratsa, La Jota, Pandanggo
8. War dances – showing imaginary combat or duel. Examples: Sagayan, Palo-
Palo

Dance Forms
1. Classical Dance – dances with standardized rules and restrictions. It can be
religious related dance or for court or royal entertainment.

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 2. Classical Ballet – a dance of supreme standards learned from an academe.
This originated from Italy, from the word Bal- lo- meaning to dance and
flourished in the royal court of France.
3. Modern Dance – a deviation from the principles of classical ballet developed by
Isadora Duncan. This is characterized by natural and true expression of the
human body and soul.
4. Contemporary Dance – a combination of ballet and modern dance.
5. Folk Dance – a cultural art form handed down from generation to generation. It
communicates the customs, beliefs, rituals and occupation of a region or country.
Folk dancing belongs to and emanates from the people.
6. Ethnic and Tribal Dance – a dance particularly found in a group of people living
together in a locality with common beliefs and customs.
7. Recreational Dance – includes dance mixers, square dancing and round couple
dances.
8. Social and Ballroom Dances – a dance set in a social gathering with more
formal atmosphere than the simple informal parties in which the recreational
dances are the usual forms. This is usually held in the evenings and participants
are usually in formal attire for purposes of recreation and entertainment.
9. Creative Dance – the highest form of dance for the purpose of entertainment. It
is the end product of movement exploration and improvisation as the dancer or
choreographer expresses his/ her feelings, ideas, and interpretation. The
principles of an art form are all observed in the composition of this dance.
10. Popular Dance – highly recognized as a dance form in television and other
dance centers like disco houses and social gatherings.

Application

Research 10 folkdances then identify its origin based from the table below.
(Short bond paper)

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 FOLKDANCES PLACE OF ORIGIN NATURE CLASSIFICATION

Assessment

Quiz 2 @ Schoology Quiz Folder

References

• Borabo, Milagros Lim. Ph.D., Borabo Heidi Grace Lim. Ph.D. (2015) Interactive
and Innovative Teaching Strategies: A Resource Book for 21 st Century
Teachers, Vol. 2, LORIMAR Publishing Inc., Copyright 2015
• Quipse, Felino I. et. al, (2019) Rhythm and Dance, Physical Education 2, Mutya
Publishing House Inc., Philippine Copyright 2019