Concept Note

PHYSICAL EDUCATION 2
Activity Sheet No. 1
“Hip-Hop / Street Dance”
Name: ______________________________________________
Grade / Section: __________________ Date: ______

CONCEPT NOTES:
 HIP-HOP and Street Dance: Same or Different?
Hip-Hop and street dance are technically different. Street dance is the umbrella
term for all dances that have evolved outside closed spaces such as dance studios.
These are dance styles performed in any available open space such as streets,
parks, and school yards, etc. The term is used to describe vernacular dances in
urban context. A vernacular dance is a dance that “naturally” developed as part of
everyday living in a particular community. Such dances are often learned naturally
and without formal instruction in contrast to other styles that are learned through
formal instruction and set practices.
 History of Hip-Hop and Street Dance
The roots of street dance and hip-hop can be traced back to the late 1960s to the
early 1970s, coinciding, not coincidentally, with the hip-hop culture in African-
American and Latino communities in New York and California. These dances were
made popular by so-called dance crews all across the United States.
 FIVE BASIC ELEMENTS OF HIP-HOP DANCE
1. Breaking – or breakdancing is a style in hip-hop that incorporates “cool”
moves and spins. These are composed of different movements performed
at various levels: down rock (performed near the floor), uprock (performed
while standing), freeze moves (poses), and power moves (acrobatics).
Uprock moves give dancers a chance to be creative and mix them up with
their own style. Break-dancers are often called b-boy or b-girls, or breakers.
2. Popping – This element was invented in Fresno, California by San
Solomon. The Electric Boogaloos dance crew was among the first to
popularize this style of Hip-Hop. Popping primarily consists of quick
contractions and relaxation of muscles, causing a jerk in the body.
3. Locking- This style was created by Don Campbell and was first introduced
by his crew. The Lockers, in Los Angeles, California. Locking is a style that
involves a series of quick movements, “locking” into position then holding
the position for a few seconds. The hips precise. Movements are
coordinated closely with music.
4. Boogaloo – consists mostly of loose movements using the hips and legs.
It gives the illusion that the performer has no bones. Boogaloo is closely
related to popping, where dancers typically roll the head, hips, legs, and
knees.
5. Social dancers – Also known as 80s party dances, they became popular
in the 1980s as hit dances at the time were modified by club dancers. Social
dance is the hip-hop element that can be often seen in music videos and is
considered as freestyle dance.
 QUIZ
QUIZ No. 1
Physical Education 2

Name: _________________________________________ Score: _______

Grade / Section: ___________________ Date: ________

INSTRUCTION: Answer the following questions.

1. Are there any safety measures before anybody can start practicing street
dance? Give at least 5 safety measures. Explain each. (Write at least three
paragraphs) 5 points

2. What do you think is the social implication of hip-hop originated from African-
American and Latino communities? (5 points)

3. In your own words explain the difference between street dance and hip hop?
(5 points)

4. Create or draw a Venn diagram and compare street dances and dance styles
learned through formal training. (5 points)

(Write your answer in a one whole yellow pad. Do not write anything on the back
of the sheet)