PHYSICAL EDUCATION & HEALTH 12

NATURE OF DANCES
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
▪ Learn why do people dance.
▪ Discuss the nature of different dance
 WHAT IS DANCE

▪ A Series of movements that follow the speed and rhythm of a piece of music.

FEATURE:
• Movement of body which includes hand, arm and head.
• Movement from one space to another.
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 ▪ Dance is one of the most beautiful forms
of art that has grown in leaps and
bounds. Dance is no longer just a hobby;
it is also one of the most lucrative
professions as well. Besides, dance
therapy is very much in vogue these days
simply because the experience of
dancing helps a person to heal from
within. Dance is a form of expression
that helps a person bring forth who they
are, and what they're passionate about

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 ▪ The different types of dances and dance
styles that are prevalent all over the
world, are an indication of the popularity
of this art form. From the olden days till
date, dance has always been performed
for social reasons or even if just
something to aesthetically display. The
various types of dances are also
considered as an entertaining way to
remain fit, with zumba, and other forms
of dance, being incorporated into
workout routines.

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 very dance form has its own unique identity. Each
dance is beautiful in its own way and has a different
appeal to it. Every country has a distinctive approach
about its dance style, with ethnicities worldwide
merging dance forms, and even creating new ones,
transforming the very idea of dance.
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 WHY DO PEOPLE DANCE???
• It has been used in worship.
• It plays a role in courtship.
• It serves as a form of acquaintance for
man and woman.
• It is an expression of one feelings.
• As in old times, it brings magical power to people.
• It brings victory or somehow restores health to life.
• It serves to entertain others.
• It gives beauty and inspiration to others.
• It is use as whole-body workout.
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 BALLROOM DANCE
Ballroom dancing is one of the most
entertaining and elite styles of dancing.
In the earlier days, ballroom dance was
only for the privileged class of people,
the socialites if you must. This style of
dancing with a partner, originated in
Germany, but is now a popular act
followed in varied dance styles. Today,
the popularity of ballroom dance is
evident, given the innumerable shows
and competitions worldwide that
revere dance, in all its form.

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 TANGO
Like all ballroom dancers, the male has to lead the
female partner. The choreography of this dance is
what sets it apart from other styles, varying
between the International Standard, and that which
is American.
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WALTZ
The waltz is danced to melodic, slow music and is
an equally beautiful dance form. The waltz is a
graceful form of dance, that requires fluidity and
delicate movement.
 VIENNESE WALTZ CHA-CHA-CHA

This style of ballroom dance is based on the original The cha-cha-cha simply called the cha-cha is a type
form of the waltz. There are many versions of this of Latin-American dance which is very rhythmic in
style of dance. It originated in the latter period of its appeal. This dance is energetic with slow
the 18th century. movements as well.

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 JIVE
This is yet another lively form of ballroom dance. This
dance is also amongst the five dances that belong to the
Latin American dance styles. Seen as a dance style that
had taken the 30s and 40s (dancers moved mostly to jazz
music) to perfect and pass on years later, still keeping it
just as upbeat like it were back in the day.
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PASO DOBLE
This lively dance is also an International Latin dance
style with less emphasis on hip movement. The
basic structure of this Latin dance is based on the
sounds and the movements used in Spanish
bullfights.
 RUMBA
This sensual dance is based on slow hip movement.
Rumba belongs to the International Standard as
well as the American style. This dance is known for
the beauty of the steps that are coordinated on a
slow rhythm.
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SAMBA
This beautiful and energetic dance also has many
forms. The steps may differ in Samba that is danced
as per the ballroom style and the traditional style
samba choreography.
 LAMBADA
Sexy and stylish, the lambada is a Brazilian dance
that is performed as a couple or even in groups.
This dance was particularly in the limelight because
of the famous track 'Lambada' by a music group,
'Kaoma'.
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SWING
This beautiful and energetic dance also has many
forms. The steps may differ in Samba that is danced
as per the ballroom style and the traditional style
samba choreography.
 BALLET
Ballet is the kind of dance that a lot of us wish we
could mimic, given the way the dancers glide over
the dance floor, often a dance that portrays a story
or idea. This dance was developed in France and
Russia. Classical ballet is the most formal and
common style of ballet. Apart from this, there is
Neoclassical ballet and Contemporary ballet.
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BREAKDANCE
Michael Jackson popularized breakdancing to a huge
extent. Breakdancing is actually a form of street dance
that was a part of the hip-hop culture. Breakdance is
relatively a male dominated type of dance style. This
type of dance is characterized with 'dance battles'
between groups. The 'Downrock' and the 'Freeze' are
some of the typical forms of breakdance.
 HIP-HOP DANCE
This style is actually a street dance style and is a combination
of dance moves combined with loads of attitude as well as
colorful dance-wear. In the early days, this style was generally
seen in breakdancing and from there on, one could witness
many innovations of this dance style. There are various other
styles used with hip hop dance, which includes popping and
locking. The hip-hop outfits have to be selected with care,
which helps to add to the overall appeal of the dance form.
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TAP
Tap dance is an extremely popular form of dance. Here
the emphasis is on the movements of the feet and
steps that create a tapping sound. This dance finds its
origins in the United States. The tapping sound is due
to the presence of metal plates on the soles of the
shoes.
 JAZZ DANCE
Jazz dance finds its origins in the African-American culture.
From the olden days till date, there are many influences that
have added variety to this dance form. One can see many
overlapping steps in jazz dancing, which are common to
others. These steps in Jazz dance that mimic other forms are
the ball change, the pivot step, the toe rise, the pirouettes,
the jazz walk etc. Jazz dance is basically an energetic form that
is equally graceful like other dances.
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MODERN DANCE
Modern dance involves the use of many dance steps that are
unusual and often interpret a dancer's emotions and mood.
The dancer in this case typically performs on bare feet. In
Modern dance, it's not only the choreography that speaks
about the emotions to be conveyed. The lighting, costumes
and props are used with great creativity to arrange
interesting and unusual dance sequences.
 BELLY DANCE
Modern dance involves the use of many dance steps that are
unusual and often interpret a dancer's emotions and mood.
The dancer in this case typically performs on bare feet. In
Modern dance, it's not only the choreography that speaks
about the emotions to be conveyed. The lighting, costumes
and props are used with great creativity to arrange interesting
and unusual dance sequences.
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FLAMENCO DANCE
The flamenco dance and music is very much a major
part of the culture of Spain. The beautiful songs play a
major role for this type of dance style. This beautiful
style is also particularly noticeable due to the gorgeous
costumes. The music always includes the flamenco
guitar.
 ODISSI
This classical dance has its origins in Orissa, India and
can be distinguished from other styles of Indian dance
due to the specific movements of the body. Like all
other forms, the knowledge is passed on from the
teacher to the student (guru to shishya).
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BHANGRA
A very lively dance, the Bhangra has its origins in
Punjab. The energetic movements, particularly of the
men, accompanied by the beating of the drums are a
sight to behold. The costumes are colorful and add to
the liveliness of the atmosphere. Bhangra music and
dance is now incorporated even in pop music and has
spread to many areas around the world.
 GARBA
This is often compared to the social dances that are
seen in the West. Garba is danced in a circular format
amongst groups and has its origins in Gujarat. Like other
Indian dances, this is performed also for religious
purposes. Today, Garba also sees influences from Raas -
another traditional dance. The dandiya raas is very
popular and is performed with sticks.
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KATHAKALI
The main feature about Kathakali is the striking
costumes and makeup. This is a form of dance drama
that originated in the Southern state of Kerala. The
makeup used is one of the most interesting features of
this dance. This is an elaborate procedure, which is
combined with a large decorative headgear.
 TYPES OF DANCES
• TRADITIONAL (FOLK & ETHNIC) • CHEER DANCE
• MODERN CONTEMPORARY • HIP-HOP / STREET DANCE
• BALLROOM (RECREATIONAL AND COMPETITIVE) • FESTIVAL DANCE
 TRADITIONAL (FOLK & ETHNIC DANCE)
▪ FOLK DANCE – A dance developed by the people on a certain or region.

▪ ETHNIC DANCE – An indigenous dance from a certain race or country.

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FILIPINO FOLK DANCES
 DUGSO
Prayer of thanksgiving and invocation for protection. The
Dugso of the Manobos in Bukidnon, is danced during harvest
time and upon the birth of a male heir. Colorful costumes and
ornaments enhance the appearance of the participants: women
wearing feathered headdress and plaid costumes steps
rhythmically, some using bell anklets as the sole
accompaniment, to punctuate their movements, others use
bamboo drums, still others, bamboo guitars. A fire is lit in the
belief that the smoke will carry the offering up to the gods.
BINANOGBANOG
The binanog is inspired from the movement of a
"banog," a Filipino term for eagle derived from
"tabanog" or kite. A courtship dance, it portrays the
flight of the bird through lively choregraphy with hands
and legs. Just like how a male banog follows a female
banog, the male dancer must be observant on the
changes of the girl dancer's steps in order to pursue
her.
 OBANDO
The Obando Fertility Rites are a dance ritual
and Catholic festival celebrated every May 17 –
19 in Obando, Bulacan, Philippines. Long
dancing processions through the streets, and
frenzied devotion inside the church.
KUMINTANG
The kumintang is the name given to several distinct
styles, techniques and forms in music and dance
probably originating in the areas used by early Spanish
cartographers and chronicles to denote a large
province centering around what is known as Batangas.
 SAKUTING
The sakuting dance, originally performed solely
by boys, portrays a mock fight using sticks. A
sakuting stick is striped or bamboo and is about
1½ feet long and tapered at the end, like a
candle. Its original use was for combat training
TINIKLING
Tinikling is a traditional Philippine folk dance which
originated during the Spanish colonial era. The dance
involves two people beating, tapping, and sliding
bamboo poles on the ground and against each other in
coordination with one or more dancers who step over
and in between the poles in a dance.
 The Philippines enjoys a rich cultural heritage which includes a diverse collection of traditional dances. From
the well-known national dance the Tinikling, which pays homage to the movements of a much-loved bird, to
dances that reflect elements of daily Philippine life, these folk dances all offer a glimpse into the history of the
country.
 MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY
▪ MODERN DANCE – was developed in the early 1900s, the time when dancers came out against the stiffness
and restraints of classical ballet. It created its own techniques, costumes, shoes, and gave more attention to
self-expression and individual creativity rather than technical expertise. It allows dancers and choreographers
to create steps using their moods and emotions producing a more relaxed dance style.
▪ CONTEMPORARY DANCE – may include techniques that are found in ballet and modern dance such as floor
work, fall and recovery, improvisation, even incorporating yoga, pilates, and martial arts together with
techniques introduced by such famous dancers as Graham, Hawkins, Horton, and Cunningham.

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 Modern dance focuses on emotions and moods while
contemporary dance focuses on creating new techniques and
movements.
 BALLROOM (RECREATIONAL & COMPETITIVE
▪ Ballroom dance is a set of partner dances, which are enjoyed both socially and
competitively around the world. Ballroom dance is also widely enjoyed on (stage, film, and
television.) The term 'ballroom dancing' is derived from the word ball which in turn
originates from the Latin word ballare which means 'to dance' (a ball-room being a large
room specially designed for such dances). The definition of ballroom dance also depends
on the era: balls have featured popular dances of the day such as the Minuet, Quadrille,
Polonaise,Polka, Mazurka, and others, which are now considered to be historical dances.

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 CHEER DANCE
▪ is an organized sports activity involving short routines that combine dance, gymnastics, and
stunt elements to cheer on teams, most commonly in basketball and football. Performers
of these one to three-minute routines are called "cheerleaders". Cheerleading originated in
Britain and spread to the United States where it remains most common, but has also
become popular in other parts of the world, such as Europe, Central America, Australia,
New Zealand, Canada, and Asia.

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 HIP-HOP AND STREET DANCE
▪ Hip Hop dance originated from a cultural movement that began in 1970’s New York. The
movement also includes Djing, rapping, and graffiti. The Hip Hop dance style incorporates
locking, popping, breakin, house and more recently krumping, which are all stand alone
individual dance forms in themselves. Hip Hop dance is very energetic, expressive,
improvisational and social. A direct opposite of traditional dance forms such as Ballet, Jazz
and Tap that were taught in dance studios and establishments.

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 HIP-HOP AND STREET DANCE
▪ Street dance evolved from Hip Hop dance as the term ‘street’ comes from the fact that the
dance style didn’t originate in dance studios but on the streets and clubs among groups of
people. Street dance also incorporates into it other dance styles such as Jazz,
Contemporary and more making it more accessible to everyone. It is the most
predominantly featured style of dance in the music videos of some of the biggest artists in
the world such as Usher, Justin Timberlake, Pussycat Dolls and more.

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 FESTIVAL DANCE
▪ an organized event where dance performance is celebrated. Dance festivals may include
competitions for individual dancers or teams, or may simply serve as a cultural event
focused on dance. Some dance festivals seek to show off talented regional, national, or
international dance companies in all categories, while others focus on the performance of a
specific style of dance.

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EQUIPPING ACTIVITIY
▪ What are the different types of dances?
https://dancepoise.com/types-of-dances-different-dancing-styles

http://cheer.epicsports.com/cheerleading-history.html

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