HEALTH-OPTIMIZING

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 3
DANCE

Quarter 1 Traditional Dances for Fitness

Module 3
Session Week 3/First Semester

Most Essential Learning Competencies

1. Set FITT goals based on training principles to achieve and/or maintain HRF.

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 What I Need to Know

This module is guided with set of instruction specifically for grade 12 students
who are taking up H.O.P.E. 3 under the K to 12 curriculum. You can go through
the material at your own pace of creativity at your own time. Let your output set
as a recorded performance at the same time engaging in this different physical
activity in promoting active lifestyle and achieve holistic development of an
individual.

I. Learning Objectives
At the end of this session the learners are expected to:

1. recognize the dance positions and steps;

2. understands the different classification of traditional folk dances;
3. value the importance of the contribution of traditional folk dances to wellness
and well- being; and
4. appreciate the value of performing traditional folk dances.

What I Know

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 I. True or False. Read each item carefully. Write T if the statement is
correct then write F if otherwise.

______ 1. Traditional dances can be another term for folk dance, ethnic or
sometimes even for ceremonial dance.
______ 2. Music is extremely important in dance although not all folk dances
requires aural accompaniment.
______ 3. Cariñosa is the Philippine National Folk Dance
______ 4. Cordillera dances are influence by Christianity and Western civilization.
______ 5. National dances are found in certain locality or region.
______ 6. Comic dances depicting funny movement for entertainment
______ 7. Step pattern for change step is step, close, step.
______ 8. Tribal group are ethnic groups living in the different locations in the
country that are untouched and never been influenced by the westerners.
______ 9. Clockwise is a reverse direction of the hand of the clock.
______ 10. Kumintang is turning the hand from the risk either clockwise or
counterclockwise.

What ‘s In
The pictures below show the Fundamental Dance Position and Steps. Identify the
arms and feet movement. Write the answer on the space provided below the
picture.

A B C D E

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 E F G H I

_____ 1. Feet are close and parallel touching toes at 45º

_____ 2. Arms are encircled in front, chest level, relaxed, fingers slightly apart
_____ 3. Feet are open parallel stride sideward
_____ 4. Arms raised sideways, a little below shoulder level
_____ 5. Feet are closed-crossed, heel In-step touching knees locked
_____ 6. One arm encircle overhead other raised sideways
_____ 7. Feet are open-crossed
_____ 8. One arm encircle overhead other arm on first position
_____ 9. Feet are close-crossed, heel-toe touching, knees locked
_____ 10. Both arms encircled, Overhead, fingers apart.

What ‘s New

In the prior activity, we recall and review the Fundamental Dance Position and
Steps. Now let’s proceed to another activity where you need to identify different
Traditional Dances.

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What is it ?

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TRADITIONAL DANCE (FOLK AND ETHNIC)

Folk dancing is the oldest form of dance probably one of the earliest forms of
communication. It is this self –expression that separates folk dancing from the functional
aspects of games and gymnastics in the physical education program.

Dance is the expression of oneself through rhythmic movement. Folk dance, which
is also the expression of oneself, is an expression through patterned movements. It is
this patterning that traditionally separates folk dance forms from other dance forms. It is
probably this characteristic of folk dance that has turned many youngsters off to dance –
their inability to perform a set of patterned movements.

Folk dance may be defined as the traditional dance of a given country which
evolved naturally and spontaneously with every day activities, e.g. occupations, customs,
festivals, rituals and innumerable themes common to all people everywhere. Genuine folk
dances are handed down form generation to generation and are danced by everyday folk
of all ages. They are more or less fixed in their pattern, but may differ in various areas of
provinces.

Five Major Classifications of Philippine Folk Dances

The Dances of the Cordillera Groups

The ethnic dances in the Philippines are found in the different regions from the
northern part to the southern part of the country. The Cordillera groups composed of the
Bontocs, Ifugao, Benguet, Apayao, Kalinga, Itneg, Ilonggot and Gaddang (BIBAKIIG) has
its own unique customs and traditions reflected in their dance.

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 Most of the dances are reflections of daily living. They used metal gongs called ganza
and other percussive instruments to accompany their dances during rituals, festivities
and other social gatherings.

“Bumayah”
A festival dance among the
Ifugao for thanksgiving in
their gods.

“Ragragsakan”
A work – dance of Kalinga women
where they carry basket on their
heads.

“Idudu”
This dance depicts the Itneg family.
It tells the story of a father plowing
the field as the mother cares for her
children.

Western Influenced Dances

When the Spaniards came to the Philippines in the 16 th century, they
brought with them the Spanish religion and European arts and culture. The
native religion and culture slowly gave way to Christianity and Western
civilization. The natives started to lose most of their ancient traditions in the
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literary, visual and performing arts. In no time, dances from Spain, France and
other European countries, such as the jota, balse, pandanggo, habanera, escotis,
mazurka, paseo, marcha and paso doble, were adopted and adapted to the tastes
and needs of a colonial society and the conditions of a tropical archipelago.

“Pandanggo sa Ilaw”
A dance from Mindoro using tinghoy
or oil lamps placed on the top of the
head and one on each hand.

“Jotabal”
A lively festival dance in Camohaguin,
Gumaca, Quezon which derived from the
word jota and balse. The malw wears
barong tagalog and black trouser while
the female wears Maria Clara dress.

“Paseo de Iloilo”
One of the most sophisticated
courtship and flirtation dance of the
Spanish era. The gentleman compete
among each other to win the heart
of a young lady.

Dance of the Muslim Groups

Down in the southern part of the country are the muslim groups. The ethnic
groups are the Maranao, Maguindanao, Tausug, Yakan, Samal, Java Mapun and
Badjao. The dances performed by these groups describe the everyday living of the
people. Common to their dances are the use of fingers to express feelings and
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emotions. Some believe that muslim dances are influence by Malay and
Indonesian due to its geographical setting.

“Kappa Malong Malong”

Also called Sambi sa Malong, this
Maranao dance shows the many
ways of donning the malong, a
tabular circle of clothe used as skirt,
shawl or mantle

“Pig-apir”
A fan dance of Maranao maidens
showcasing their simplicity and
character.

“Paunjalay”
A pre-nuptial dance of the Yakan Tribe of
Basilan. Performed before the wedding.
Bothe bride and groom dot hteir faces with
white paint in order to conceal their identity
from evil spirits.

Dance of the Tribal or Lesser Known Groups

Also known as the lesser-known-groups are ethnic groups living in the
different locations in the country that are untouched and never been influenced
by the westerners.
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 These tribal groups are the Bukidnons, Bagobo, Manobo, Tiboli or Tagabili,
Tagbanua, Mansaka, Mandaya, B’laan, Tagakaolo and Tiruray.
These tribal groups believe in “shamans” or spirits which primarily reflected in
most of their dances.

“Dugso”
A dance by women commonly
wearing a bell anklets done during
thanksgiving of driving away of bad
spirits.

“Kadal Tajo”
A mimic dance of the beautiful birds
performed by young T’boli girls.

“Pagdiwata”
A ceremonial rite performed during
bilug (full moon) for the purpose of
healing the sick, imploring or in
thanksgiving for a good and in
bountiful harvest.

Dances of the Countryside

Dances that typically characterize the nature and kind of work of the people.
Commonly performed by ordinary group of the people depicting daily activities.
Dances were light and more informal.

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“Binasuan”
A dance which requires a skill in balancing
glasses of wine, on the top of the head and
one on each hand.

“Sayaw Ed Tapew na Bangko”

A dance which means “Dance of a
Bench”. A lively and skillful dance from
the barrio of Pangapisan, Lingayen,
Pangasinan

“Karatong”
Bamboo noisemaker played by
Cuyunen men to accompany daily
dressed ladies in a boisterous
street parade.

What’s More

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 After recognizing the Five Classification of Philippine Folk Dances, here are
the Nature of Philippine Folk Dances. Let’s enrich your cognitive ideas about this
topic.

Unlocking of Words
Arrange the jumbled letters to reveal the word that describe in each item. Write
your answer in the space provided.

arw

to show imaginary combat or duel with the use of fighting implement.

slgiruoei

performed in connection with religious vows and ceremonies.

mage

with play elements

dewidng

performed during wedding feast.

pocalcutoina

depicting action of certain occupation, industry or human labor.

vafsetil

suitable for special occasion or any social gathering.

tuchipsor

dances that depicts love making or with love theme.

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 What I Have Learned

Open-ended Question
Share your learning about the topic for today by completing the statement below.

1. I learned that Traditional Dance is _____________________________________

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2. I discovered that Traditional Dances is ________________________________

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3. I understand the different benefit of this topic _________________________

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4. I appreciate this topic because ________________________________________

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 What I Can Do

Dance Literature is a relationship between movement and text. It is a written

instruction of a dance. Look for at least 1 Philippine Folk Dance. Write the
history, music, formations, costumes, count and steps of the dance.

Example:

Name of the Dance

Place of Origin

History:

Music:

Formation:

Costumes:

Count:

Steps:

Entrance

Figure I

Figure II

Figure III

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 Assessment

Fill in the blank.

Choose the correct answer from the box below.

Cordillera Group Country Side

Western Influence Festival Dance

Wedding Dance Courtship Dance

Occupational Dance Tribal Group

War Dance Muslim Group

Game Dance Religious Dance

____________________ 1. These are the ethnic dances in the Philippines are found
in the different regions from the northern part to the southern part of the
country.

____________________ 2. Their dances are jota, balse, pandanggo, habanera,

escotis, mazurka, paseo, marcha and paso doble.

____________________ 3. The ethnic groups are the Maranao, Maguindanao,

Tausug, Yakan, Samal, Java Mapun and Badjao.

____________________ 4. These tribal groups are the Bukidnons, Bagobo, Manobo,

Tiboli or Tagabili, Tagbanua, Mansaka, Mandaya, B’laan, Tagakaolo and Tiruray.

____________________ 5. Dances that typically characterize the nature and kind of

work of the people. Commonly performed by ordinary group of the people
depicting daily activities.

____________________ 6. It is the type of dance that depicts action of certain

occupation, industry or human labor.
____________________ 7. It is the dance performed in connection with religious
vows and ceremonies.
____________________ 8. It is the kind of dance that depicts love making or with
love theme.
____________________ 9. It is the nature of dance suitable for special occasion or
any social gathering.

____________________ 10. It is the type of dances that shows imaginary combat or

duel with the use of fighting implement.
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 Additional Activities

Being an advocate of healthy lifestyle, you want to improve awareness of

being physically fit in your community. Create a poster on how you will promote
Traditional Dances as one way in improving their health.

What I know What’s More Assessment

Answer Key
1. T 1. Cordillera Group
2. T War 2. Western Influence
3. F Religious 3. Muslim Group
4. F Game 4. Tribal Group
5. F Wedding 5. Country Side
6. T Occupational 6. Occupational
Festival
7. T Dance
Courtship
8. T 7. Religious Dance
9. F 8. Wedding Dance
9. Festival Dance
10. T
10. War Dance

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