Physical Education 9

Quarter 2, Wk.1 - Module 1

Social Dances and Dance Mixers
Dancing comes naturally to people, and it’s an easy activity to everybody to partake in. It
offers emotional outlet to express your feelings through body movements with passion and flair. It’s
an exquisite artistic outlet to boost your ability to permanently use these expressive qualities even
when you are dancing. This module introduces you to the art of social dancing and dance mixers.
How these dances provide you the necessary skills and understanding for an appreciation of the
artistic, athletic, and social features of dance. Throughout this module, you will learn different ideas
encompassing along with culture, etiquette and application in social settings as well as different styles
of social dancing and the rhythms and types of music to which they’re danced. So, try dancing and
see how it benefits your life. You will surely won’t regret it!
Nature and Background of Social Dances and
Dance
Social dance is dance which is recreational and generally executed with a partner and in groups or
as a community activity for fun and enjoyment. Social dances and dance mixers are dances.
Sometimes it does not require a partner but actually some people in an institution or community.

It is not performance or display driven as in formal dance agencies such as ballet, stage or folkloric
show, nor is it ceremonial or ritual based; or for competition and judging of overall performance along
with in solo Highland dance, or ballroom dance medals, or in championships or ‘dance-sport’ for
television presentation.

Generally social dance is organized within a community through volunteer leaders or to raise money
for benefits rather than by professional engagement and management. Of course, a few professionals
make their business from coaching social dancing and some initial basic learning may be
advantageous for a newbie or for refinement of more advanced technique. Nevertheless, the handing
on from an individual to a person and generation to generation is more a community-based tradition
and much of the development of social interaction in conventional dance is acquired through everyday
participation with older veterans handing onto the enthusiastic young.

Social dance can derive from or be an interest within many different genres. It can be the folk dances
of a particular village performed at the local green or community center or it can be old time dancing
perform in a barn or public hall or even ballroom dancing, Latin American, salsa or rock n roll or any
contemporary dance that is public recreation instead of for display or commercial be.

Many social dances are dance mixers and the primary function is that people ought to mix and often
exchange partners. The optimum purpose of social dances involves organizations of people enjoying
activity within sets where groups and couples regularly change places or even partners. Some of the
primary forms of group dancing within sets known as ‘country dancing’ are those in which couples
are aligned in either longways, circular or columnar formation, or in squares called ‘quadrilles’.
Interaction with other couples and

Social dances are classified into two major dances namely Latin American dances and Modern
Standard dances. Latin American dances are dances originated in Latin America. This includes salsa,
mambo, merengue, swing, cha-cha-cha, rumba, paso doble, jive and boogie. Modern Standard
dances are dances that fall into the standard category namely waltz, tango, foxtrot, Viennese waltz,
slow waltz and quickstep.

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BENEFITS

1. Improves your social life

This will allow you to interact with new people every week and you will meet more people each
time you go out. Meeting people while dancing is an amazing way to make new friends, and
increase your social circle. As another bonus, social dancing can help to prevent feelings of
loneliness-due to the sociability of dancing with a partner.

2. Improves Your Social Skills

It helps improve your social life by increasing your social skills and making it easier to communicate
and interact with others. It is all about interacting with your partner and making connections. It can
help you to beat shyness, and can make it easier for you to relate to people in new social settings.

3. Helps Sharpen Your Mind

It means that you will be making split second decisions, learning to follow the patterns of your dance
partner, and adding more style and flair to your dancing. These decisions will help to keep your
mind sharp, and active. It also helps sharpen your mind by increasing your interaction with others
and giving you more opportunities to expand your horizon.

4. Reduces Stress

This is an effective method of stress reduction. It works by reducing the hormone associated with
stress. Dancing alone, while beneficial in other areas- it has not been proven to reduce stress.
Social dancing with a partner has positive effects on stress reduction and research shows that
moving with others expands your sense of social connectedness. A great way to lower stress levels.

5. Provides New Cultural Experience

This will give your opportunity to discover new aspects of different cultures through different dances
and you will be able to find new cultural experiences as you meet new people.

6. Improves Your Outlook

Dancers often experience a more positive outlook on life in general, and dancing can be an
excellent mood booster. Additionally, dancing increases blood flow to the brain, slowing down
cognitive decline.

7. Builds Strength

The more time you spend dancing with your partner, the more strength you will build. Depending
on the type of dance you do, you will build up strength in different areas as you body. Another fun
fact: the muscle exertion and breathing rates of dancers performing in dance competition is
equivalent to that of cyclists, swimmers, and Olympic 800m runners.

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DANCE ETIQUETTE OF SOCIAL DANCES AND DANCE MIXERS

Dance etiquette is the set of conventional rules which govern the social behavior of social
dance by way of its participants. Such policies encompass the manner in which the participants must
look and the manner wherein they approach, dance with and leave their partner. Etiquette can vary
in its specification and stringency among different forms of dance.

Why is dance etiquette significant? Because it helps you fit in with the social dance crowd and
makes social interaction easier. It helps you keep the peace and avoid getting into conflicts with other
dancers. It shows that you care about and respect other people and most importantly, it helps you
build a good reputation for yourself, both as a person and as a dancer.

DANCE ETIQUETTE

A. What to Wear

ATTIRE GENTLEMEN LADIES

- Tailcoat - Ball Gown

- Tuxedo coat - Evening Gown
FORMAL - Regular coat - Dinner Gown
- Bow tie - Cocktail Gown
- Regular necktie
- Black Trouser

SEMI-FORMAL - Dress shirt and Tie - Dinner dresses

- Vest or Sweater that - Flowing pants
shows the tie

DRESSY CASUAL (Practice, - Solid color T-shirts - Anything that

Dance Lessons) - Turtleneck displays a
- Polo shirts conservative,
- Cotton slacks toned -down
appearance

LATIN - Button-up Shirt - Sexy outfits and

- Turtleneck Long slit skirts
- Solid T-shirt - Low Necklines
- Bright colorful outfits and Exposed
are accepted Midriffs are
popular

DON’TS IN TERMS OF OUTFIT AND SHOES:

- Do not wear sneaker or any shoe with rubber or spongy sole.

- Avoid sleeveless shirt and strapped dress.
- Avoid shaggy, baggy, low armpit upper shirt.
- Avoid accessories like big rings, watches, brooches, loose/long necklaces
and big belt buckles.
- Long hair should be put up or tied in a pony tail.

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B. NO-FAULT DANCING

- Never blame a partner for missed execution of figures

- Dance to the level of your partner
- The show must go on, say sorry to your partner if something went wrong.

C. PERSONAL GROOMING

BEFORE THE DANCE DURING THE DANCE

- Shower and use deodorant - Check your grooming periodically

- Brush your teeth and use
mouthwash/breath mint
- Abstain from food that produce
strong odor
- Don’t smoke, it causes foul
mouth and clothing odor
- Freshen up and towel off
periodically in the bathroom
- Carrying an extra shirt is
advisable for men in case they
need to change

D. DEMEANOR

- Be personable, smile and make eye contact with partner.

- Project positive image on the dance floor even if it’s not your personal style.
- Dance at the level of your partner.
- If you don’t know the dance, be honest, refuse promptly if asked to dance.
- No teaching on the dance floor. It may insult your partner.
- Do not cut other dancers off.

E. ON THE DANCE FLOOR

- Line of Direction (Counter clockwise)

- While on the Floor (Avoid colliding with other pairs)

- Be Polite (Thank you or Compliment your partner)

- Accompany your partner back to her seat

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Cha-Cha (Latin Dance)
Cha-cha is one of the most Latin dances at dance competitions. It is a lively and fun dance that really
gets you dancing on the dance floor. This dance requires small steps and lots of hip motion.

The origin of the name Cha-cha has two version. First was given credit to a Cuban composer and
violinist named Enrique Jorrin. He coined the term Cha-cha to vocally mimic the shuffling sound of
the dancer’s shoes when it hits the dance floor. This dance was imported by Pierre Lavelle to Europe
in 1950 when he travelled to Cuba to observe and study the culture’s style of the dance. This is the
time that the name was shortened from Cha-cha-cha to Cha-cha. This was introduced in United
States in 1954. The second version was from religious ritualistic dances from the West Indies. The
studies show that Voodoo band leaders used small rattles created form Cha Cha plants to create a
unique sound. This rattle combined with bells and drums were used as a timer to measure when
dancing and singing.

STEP PATTERN: step, step, step, close, step

COUNTING: 1, 2, 3, 4 & 1 or 1, 2, 3, cha-cha or
slow, slow, slow, quick, quick
(1st 3 counts –full beat and last 2 counts half-beat)

Basic Dance Steps Illustration:

Basic Cha-cha Steps:

Side Steps:

Men Ladies
1. Sidestep to the left with your left foot 1. Sidestep to the left with your left foot
2. Step backward & left with your right foot 2. Step backward & left with your right foot
3. Left foot in place, weight shifts to it 3. Left foot in place, weight shifts to it
4. Sidestep to the right with your right foot 4. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
5. Move your left foot to your right foot 5. Move your left foot to your right foot
6. Sidestep to the right with your right foot 6. Sidestep to the right with your right foot
7. Step forward & right with your left foot 7. Step forward & right with your left foot
8. Right foot in place, weight shifts to it 8. Right foot in place, weight shifts to it
9. Sidestep to the left with your left foot 9. Sidestep to the left with your left foot
10. Move your right foot to your left foot. 10. Move your right foot to your left foot

Grapevine (“Take it to the left”)
a. Step your L foot to the side
b. Cross your R foot over the left one
and step on it.
c. Step your L foot to the side again
d. Close your R foot onto the right side of your
L foot.
Walking to the back (“Take it back now”)
a. Step your L foot behind you
b. Step your R foot behind you
c. Step your L foot behind you
d. Close your R foot on the R side of your
L foot.

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 Jumping (“One hop this time”)
a. Jump from both feet, landing on both feet,
moving forward.
Jazz Square (“Now Cha-Cha”)
a. Cross your R foot in front of your L foot
b. Uncross by stepping onto your L foot
c. Step to the R with your R foot
d. Step in front of you with your L foot.
Scissor Jump (“Criss Cross”)
a. Jump from both feet and land on both feet
with a wide gap between them
b. Jump from both feet, landing on both with
the R foot crossed in front of the L one.
c. Jump both feet out again
d. Jump both feet back together, landing with
feet next to each other, uncrossed
Stomping (“Left foot let’s stomp”)
a. Stomp your L foot and accent the movement with your
whole body, including arm movements or jazz hands
Turning Grapevine (“Turn it out”)
a. Turn your body to the L
b. Step with your R foot to the right.
c. Step your L foot across the right one
d. Step again to the right side with your R foot
e. Close your L foot on the L side of your R foot.
Running Man (“Charlie Brown”)
a. In place, step onto your foot and kick the L
one to the rear, then reverse, without
moving forward.

COMMON INJURIES HAPPEN DURING DANCE TRAINING:

HIP INJURIES: snapping hip syndrome, hip impingement, labral tears, hip flexor
tendonitis, hip bursitis and sacroiliac joint dysfunction

MUSCLE AND JOINT INJURIES: Achilles tendonitis, trigger toe and ankle impingement,
cramps, sprain etc.

KNEE INJURIES: patellofemoral pain syndrome

STRESS FRACTURES: metatarsals, tibia and lumbar spine

TREATMENT:

Muscle and Joint Injuries: Apply PRICE treatment method

(Protection, Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation)
Stress Fractures: Limit weight on your foot by using crutches, wearing a leg brace or
walking boots, seek for medical help and physical therapist.

PREVENTION:

• Eat well and stay hydrated before, during and after class.
• Get enough rest and avoid overtraining.
• Do cross-training exercises to build strength and endurance in all parts of your
body.
• Always wear proper shoes and attire.
• Always warm-up before training or performances.
• Lead a healthy lifestyle and get to know your body.

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Waltz (Modern Standard Dance)
Waltz is one of the most popular Modern Standard dances that travels around the line of the dance
characterized by its “rise and fall” and “body sway” action played in triple time signature. The rise and
fall indicate the elevating and lowering that a dancer feels as he/she moves onto the toes, then relaxes
through the knee and ankle, ending on a flat foot that gives couples an up-and-down appearance as
they glide effortlessly around the floor while the body sway gives couples a pendulum-like look,
swinging and swaying their upper bodies in the direction they are moving.

Waltz is known as waltzer from the Latin volvere, meaning rotate. It was born as an Austro-Gernam
folk dance known as the landler, which characterized by the rotating movements of partners dancing
together. The music of Johann Strauss, an Austrian composer lived in Vienna helped to popularize
the Waltz.

Waltz has different styles such as American waltz, International waltz and Viennese waltz. The
American waltz style uses both closed and open movements often moving toward the nearest wall or
the center of the ballroom. It allows more freedom of expression. International waltz style is danced
exclusively in the closed dance position. It is slower however this style was heavily codified. Viennese
waltz style was the earliest form of the dance that is close to the contemporary forms. It was prominent
in the mid-19th century in Vienna, Austria but until now it is one of the most popular dances in dance
sport competition.

The basic step pattern of waltz is box step or left box step. The illustration below will guide you on
how to execute this step.

LADIES
1 - Step back with the R foot.
2 – L foot step sideways to the left
3 – Bring your R foot close to your L foot
4 – Step forward with L foot
5 – Step forward sideways w/ the R foot
6 – Bring your L foot close to your R
foot
MEN
1 – Step forward with the L foot
2 – R foot step sideways to the R
3 - Bring your L foot close to your R foot
4 – Step back with the R foot
5 - Step back sideways w/ the L foot
6 - Bring your R foot close to your L foot

Waltz Left Foot Change Waltz Right Foot Change

1 – Step your L foot forward 1 – Step your R foot forward

2 - Step forward sideways w/ your 2 - Step forward sideways with your
R foot L foot
3 - Bring your L foot close to your R 3 - Bring your R foot close to your R
foot foot

Waltz Promenade Step

Waltz Forward Progressive Step

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 1 - Step your L foot forward
2 – Step forward sideways w/
your R foot.
3 - Bring your L foot closes to
your R foot.
4 - Step your R foot forward
5 - Step forward sideward L w/
your L foot
6 - Bring your R foot closes to
your L foot.

Counting: 1, 2 3 Time Signature: 3

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Natural Turn Waltz Chasse from Promenade Position

1- Step your R foot forward 1 – Step R foot across in Promenade

2 – Step your L foot to the side
3 – Step your R foot closes to L foot
4 - Start to turn R. Step your L foot
Backward
5- Step your R foot to side
6 - Step your L foot closes to R foot
to complete the turn.
Position (PP) and contrary body
movement position (CBMP)
2 - Step L foot to side and slightly
forward
3 - Step R foot closes to L foot
4 – Step L foot side and slightly forward
5 - Step R foot forward in contrary
body movement position

Waltz Technique
Posture and Frame

• Lady:
o Always remember to keep upper body to your left throughout figures, leave the whole
right side to Man. Head follow your elbow.
o It's especially important to stay left for turning figures, otherwise Lady will end in front
of Man and block him. (For example, it's easy to shift to right in Chasse in
promenade position.
o Beat 2 and 5: stretch the head even more (more extension) and bring hips and ribs to
the Man, frame needs to "breathe", allow bigger extension and more open frame at
the top.

Waltz Movement
In all steps, the feet should glide/slide/skimming on the floor before stepping.

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 QUARTER 2 – PHYSICAL EDUCATION 9

Name ___________________________________ Score ________________________

Section _____________________ Submission Date _______________
Teacher Mrs. Michelle V. Serrano

ACTIVITY 1
Answer the following. (Use extra paper for the answers)

1. What are social dances?

2. How do Latin American dances differ from Modern Standard dances?
3. How do social dancing help you in enhancing your fitness and wellness?
4. Aside for the benefits that were mentioned, what else can social dances
and dance mixers benefit you/family/community?
5. What makes social dances and dance mixers significant to you?
6. How will you convince your family and friends to like social dances and dance mixers.

ACTIVITY 2
Answer the following. (Use extra paper for the answers)

1. What have your learned?

2. How will you apply it to improve your skills in dancing?
3. Is it significant to observe proper dance etiquette? Why? How does it affect your
health?
4. What advise can you give to your fellow dancer/students?

ACTIVITY 3
MULTIPLE CHOICE: Write the letter that corresponds to the correct answer
on the blank provided before each number.

______ 1. Which of the following social dances originated from Cuba?

A. Boogie B. Cha-cha-cha C. Slow Waltz D. Tango
______ 2. What is the name of the Cuban composer and violinist who
introduced the music of Cha-cha-cha?
A. Enrique Jorrin C. Enrique Oirisha
B. Enrique Lorvine D. Enrique Santeria
______ 3. What is the time signature used in the dance Cha-cha-cha?
A. 2 B. 3 C. 4 D. 6
4 4 4 8
______ 4. When was Cha-cha-cha first introduced to the United States?
A. 1934 B. 1944 C. 1954 D. 1964
______ 5. What is the step pattern of Cha-cha-cha?
A . step, step, close, step, close C. step, close, step, step, close
B. close, step, close, step, step D. step, step, step, close, step
______ 6. What is the proper counting of Cha-cha-cha?
A. 1, 2, 3, 4 and 1 C. and 1, 2, 3, 4
B. 1 and 2, 3 and 4 D. 1 and 2, 3, 4 and
______ 7. Who imported the dance cha-cha-cha to the continent of Europe?
A. Patrick Lavelle C. Roderick Lavelle
B. Pierre Lavelle D. Rudxyl Lavelle
______ 8. What is the common injury when you danced cha-cha-cha?

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 A. burns C. sprain
B. concussion D. shin splints

______ 9. What is the best first-aid method for injury treatment?

A. ICE method C. PRIZE method
B. PRICE method D. WISE method

______10. How to prevent injuries during dance training?

A. Always warm-up before training and cooling down after training.
B. Always wear proper shoes and attire.
C. Eat well and stay hydrated before, during and after training.
D. All of the above.

ACTIVITY 4
Complete the crossword puzzle by answering the questions below.

Across:
1. An Austrian who lived in Vienna who composed greatest music for Waltz dances.
4. Waltz music is written in _______ time signature.
7. Waltz is characterized by its “Rise and ______ technique.
9. The International waltz, sometimes called the slow or ________ waltz, is danced
exclusively in the closed dance position.

Horizontal:

2. It is a smooth dance that travels around the line of dance.

3. Waltz is known as waltzer from the Latin volvere meaning ___________.
5. At the count of three, men _____ his L foot closed to his R foot.
6. The basic dance step of waltz is a _________ step.
8. This style of waltz uses both closed and open movements often moving toward the
nearest wall or center of the ballroom.
10. At the count of 4 in waltz forward progressive step, men step his ____ foot forward.

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Activity 5

Performance Task

Do the following: Invite any of your family members in doing this activity.

1. Do a 5 minute dynamic stretching exercises as your warm-up.

2. Do a 2-3 minute dance video in any of the social dances or dance mixers
that you have learned. For beginners, you can ask help from any of your
family members for a dance lesson then present your output through
video.
3. Do a 5 minute cooling down exercises.
4. Record your task and send it to my messenger account/google drive. (Instruction
no. 2 only.)

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