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UNIT III: Philippine Folk Dances

I. Competencies
• Discuss the nature of the different Philippine traditional/folk dances.
• Appreciate the beauty and elegance of the traditional dances of the Philippines.
• Perform the basic movements in folkdance with grace, posture and mastery.
• Engages to moderate to Vigorous Physical activities in at least 60 minutes a day.

II. Development of Concept

PHILIPPINE FOLKDANCES
DID YOU KNOW?

Traditional dances are dances of indigenous communities that

show cultural traits of people in specific time and place.
Customs and
traditions ( through dance steps and costumes) are preserved in
traditional dance. Handed down from generation to generation,
with
fixed sets or patterns, these dances can either be ethnic or folk.
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1. Ethnic Dance are those that imitate nature and life while at the social core are performed
rituals that keep an ethnolinguistic group (or a convergence of several) which is spirited and
cohesive. It is an indigenous dance from a certain race or country.
According to some literature ethnic dances in the Philippines are classified into two
categories:
▪ a. Non-Christian dances refers to the pre-Hispanic and Muslim dances. Dance of
traditionalist or “pagan” group (click the links for sample video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBOmijgv8Uo, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXriVRZBiJY watch sample video stored in

your flash drive PE103- vid #1)

▪ b. Christian dances have strong influence from western culture and mostly performed by
the lowland Filipinos. Dances are vigorous and mimetic in character. Some are light
hearted and mimetic. Some are performed without music or melodic accompaniment.
CHRISTIAN LOW-
NON
CHRISTIAN

LAND
2. Folkdance is developed by people that reflect the
life of the people of a certain country or region. It is classified according to:

a. Geographical Locations
a.1 national- dances with common basic movements with slight variations such as
carinosa.
a.2 regional or local- dances that are unique to certain localities only such kalapati, lapay
bantigue and many other imitative natures of movement.

b. Nature of dances
b.1 occupational depict actions of a particular occupation. (e.g. Planting, Punding)

b.2 religious or ceremonial associated with religion, vows and ceremonies. (e.g.
Dugsu, Sua-sua)

b.3 comic depict funny movements for entertainment. (e.g. Kinoton, Makonggo)

b.4 courtship depict the art of courtship. (e.g. Hele-hele, Tadek, Pantomina)
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b.5 game dances done with play elements. (e.g. Lubi-lubi, Pavo)

b.6 wedding performed during wedding feasts. (e.g. Panasahan)

b.7 festival suitable for special occasions. (e.g. Pandanggo, Habanera)

b.8 war show imagery combat. (e.g. Sagayan, Palu-palo)

Importance of Folk Dance

Importance
People think folk dances are
important because they help keep
a culture alive. People have been
doing folk dances for hundreds of
years, and there is value keeping
that tradition alive.

Value
Philippine folk dance helps keep
the people connected to their
ancestry and their traditions. Folk
dance helps to preserve the
cultural unity of the people

Folk dances are important to learn. They preserve the Philippine culture and the stories
behind every dance are passed on to every generation. They are a uniting force to the Philippine
people.

It is important to note…

That Philippine Traditional/ Folk dances serves as a reflection of our identity it gives us
sense of pride. As a Pilipino it is important for us to be aware of our culture, customs and,
traditions. Learning Philippine folkdances is a manifestation of transferring the value of keeping
it alive. Because every dance is a history!

Different folkdances are stored in your Flash Drive ( PE103- Philippine Folkdances) for your references.
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Arms in lateral position-
both arms are at one side,
either sideward right or left,
This may be done at shoulder,
chest or waist level.
Brush- weight on one foot, hit
the floor with the ball or heel
of the other foot (the free foot)
after which that foot is lifted
from the floor to any
direction.
Clockwise- like the motion of
the hands of the clock. R
shoulder is toward the center
of an imaginary circle

Basic Folkdance Movement

4. lockwise5. ce quickly 6. Do-si-do- the vis-

Counterc Cut-- the to other, thus à-vis (opposites) both
reverse diredispla g off advance forward, pass
clockwise. ction oone foot the dy each other’s right (or
L toward with the from the left) side, step across
the c shcompletely to the right (or left),
imaginary takinulder is move backward
ci enter of an without turning
weight of the bo around pass each
rcle.displaced other’s left
foot. (or right) side to proper
places.
7. Free foot- the foot
not bearing the weight
of the body.

11. Hop- a spring from one other at the back of the waist. This is
10. “Hayon-hayon”- to a Visayan term.
place foot
landing on the
same foot
one forearm in front and
the in place
or in any
direction.
13. Inside hand- the hand 14. “Jaleo”- partners turn
nearest one’s partner, whenonce around clockwise (with
partner stand side by side. R elbows almost touching) or
counterclockwise (with L
elbows almost touching)
using walking or any kind of
dance step.

19. Place- to put foot in a 20. Pivot- to turn with the

certain or desired position ball, heel, or whole foot, on a
without putting weight on it.fixed place or point.
The sole of the foot rest on
the floor.
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15. Jump- spring on one foot or both

ang17”-. Outsidet- the foot
feet, landing on both in any direction.
foo mov ng m theone’s partner,
16. “Kumint
wrist either awaytand side by
the hand fro
in a clockwisfrom the
counterclock e or when
This is an Ilo partners s
wiside.e direction.
cano term. 18. Outside hand- the hand away from one’s
12. Inside foot- the foot nearest one’s partner, when partners stand side by side.
partner, when partner stand side by side.

21. Point- touch the floor lightly with

the toes of one foot, weight of the
body on the other foot.

8. Free hand- the hand not 9. Hands on waist- place

placed anywhere or not doing hands at the waistline.
anything.

22. “Salok”- to swing the arm
downward-upward
passing in front of the body as
if scooping, the trunk is bent
forward following the
movement of the arm doing
the “salok”. This is a Tagalog
term.
23. “Saludo” -partners bow to
each other, to the audience,
opposite dancers, or to the
neighbors with feet together.
This term is of Spanish origin
and is used in almost all
Philippine dances.
24. “Sarok”- Cross the R (or
L) foot in front of the L (or
R), bend the body slightly
forward and cross the hands
(forearms) down in front with
the R (or L) hand (forearm)
over the L (or R). This is a
Visayan term.

25. Slide- to glide foot
smoothly along the floor. The
movement may be finished
with or without transfer of
weight.
Note: Demoof the different
Movements are stored in your flash
Drive (PE103 Unit 3-Basic
Dance Movements and or visit the link)
26. Stamp- to bring down the
foot forcibly and noisily on
the floor (like doing a heavy
step) with or without transfer
of weight.
28. Supporting foot- the foot
that bears the weight of the
body.
27. Step- to advance or
recede by raising or moving
one foot to another resting
place. There is a complete
transfer of weight from one to
another.

For your information….

Francisca Reyes Aquino, was awarded as a National artist for
dance for her great contribution to the preservation of the Cultural dances
of the Philippines, her research lead her to published 6 volumes of

Basic folk dance steps in 2/4 time Signature

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Philippine folkdances and many other books. She is also known as the Mother of Philippine
folkdances.

Touch step- Point R foot in front( ct. 1), step R close to L (ct. 2). This is commomnly done in
front. =1M
Close step- Step R foot (ct. 1), close L to R foot (ct. 2) = 1M This may be executed in any
directions
Change Step- Step R foot in front (ct. 1), step L close to R foot in rear (ct. and), step R foot
quickly in front (ct. 2). This may be executed in any directions.
Step-Point- Step R foot in front( ct. 1), point L foot in front (ct. 2) This step is executed in all
directions.
Plain Polka- Step L foot in front (ct.1), step R close to left foot in rear (ct. and), step L in front
(ct.2), pause (ct. and).
Hop polka- Hop on L foot and step R forward (ct.1), step L close to R in rear (ct. and), step R foot
forward (ct. 2) and pause (ct. and). This may be executed in any directions.
Heel and toe polka- Place L heel in fourth in front (ct.1), touch left toe in rear ( ct. 2), Take one
plain polka step forward, starting with the L foot (ct. 1, and 2, and).
Slide polka- Take two slide step forward and a plain polka: Slide L foot in front (ct. 1), close R to
L foot in rear ( ct. and), slide R foot in front ( ct. 2), close L foot in rear ( ct. and). Take one plain
polka forward starting with the L foot (cts. 1, and 2, and)
Basic folk dance steps in ¾ time signature

Some dance steps done in 2/4 time rhythm can also be done in 3⁄4 time. Review the step patterns
of the following basic dance steps which are done in 3⁄4 time and identify which dance step can be
done in 2/4and 3⁄4 time signature.
Touch step- Point R foot in front( ct. 1 ), step R close to L ( ct. 2, 3 ). This is commomnly done in
front. =1M
Step point- Step R foot in front ( ct. 1), point L foot in front (cts. 2, 3 ) This step is executed in all
directions.
Step swing- Step R (cts. 1,2); swing L (ct. 3) or step R (ct. 1); swing L (cts. 2,3)Step hop step R
(cts. 1,2); hop R (ct. 3) =1M
Close step- 1) Step R foot ( cts. 1 ), close L to R foot (cts. 2, 3 ) = 1M, ` or
2) Step R foot ( cts. 1, 2 ), close L to R foot (ct. 3) = 1M This may be executed in any directions
Native waltz- Step L foot in front (ct.1), step R close to L in rear (ct.2), step L in front (ct.3) This
may be executed in all directions.
Cross waltz- Step R foot across the L foot in front and raise slightly the L foot across in rear
(ct.1), step the L foot close to R in rear( ct.2), step R foot in front (ct. 3). Step on the ball of the
rear foot on the second count.
Waltz balance- Step R in front (ct.1), close L foot to R in rear and raise heels (ct.2), lower heels
with the weight of the body on the R foot (ct.3). The knees are slightly bent before raising the
heels. This may be executed forward, backward, obliquely forward and backward, sideward right
and left.
Three-step turn- step R (ct. 1) turn and step L(ct. 2); turn and step R (ct. 3); close L to R (ct. 1);
pause = 1M
Demo of the different Movements are stored in your flash Drive (PE103 Unit 3- 2/3 and 2/4 Signature Dance
Movements and or visit the link)
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Health Benefits of Folkdancing

 Folk dance provides a gentle form of exercise for children’s, adults and for older
people. It provides an activity that is socially engaging, physically challenging,
creative, and culturally and mentally stimulating.
 Engaging to Folkdancing has general exercise benefits, which contribute to a
healthy lifestyle. It optimized the fitness level of an individual in their cardio,
flexibility, alertness and balance.
 Exposure to folk costumes, customs, and traditions, can increase awareness of
other cultures. It would expose an individual in experiencing the elegance and
beauty of the dances from different regions and tribes in the Philippines. Folk
 dance has a beneficial effect on interpersonal and intrapersonal aspects of
self.

Just like any dance styles or genre, Folk dancing is beneficial to one’s
health and fitness for it require the whole body to move. It makes an
individual become mentally well for they need to memorize the transition
of steps, in addition it makes a person be socially and emotionally well
because folk dancing involves connections, it requires the dancer to convey
the feelings needed for the dance.
III. Activities/ Exercises
Activity 1. Dance Me!

Create a video presentation using the different

basic folkdance movements. Record

Perform
the dance in at least 60 seconds.

all the parts of work out: warm up,

a
stretching, activity portion (dance) and cool

down stretch. Wear proper exercise attire. Save your Task in

flash drive and properly label it. (PE103 Unit 3 Activity 1- Dance
Me!)

Activity 2. Tell ME!

You are directed to watch all the videos stored in your flash drive with a file name (PE103-
Activity 3 videos). After watching give your insight and comments regarding the movements (if
they are in 2/4 or ¾ signature) costumes and gestures. Write your answer in a clean sheet of paper
pass it together with this module or you may send it via email provided by the instructor.

Activity 3. Choose Me!

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After watching the videos in activity 2, pick one dance you want to perform. Record your
task in a video. Do not forget to execute the proper exercise protocol before and after proceeding
in to your activity. Wear proper attire. Store your activity in a flash drive and don’t forget to label
it properly. ( PE103 Unit 3- Activity 3. Choose Me). Remember when doing this, you are helping
in the preservation and promotion of our heritage! Stand proud and Dance!

Note: In this activity you are encouraged to have your partner. You may teach your siblings or
friends available at home. Extra points will be added if you are able to convince someone to dance
with you.

Rubric for grading the performance task.

Criteria Points Scores

Execution (Mastery, Timing, precise and clarity of 20 pts.

movements)
Gracefulness (Showmanship, executes the 10 pts.
movements lively and proper gestures)
Creativity (clarity of video presentation, proper 10 pts
attire)
Submission of the task on-time 10 pts.
Total 50 pts.

Activity 4. Own Me!

Out of the Basic dance movements including the fundamental dance position, create a
dance exercise program that will last for at least 30 mins a day. Take into consideration that the
principle of graduality. Movements must have to start form low to moderate to complex. This
activity must have to be strictly observed until the end of the semester.

IV. References https://feu.instructure.com/courses/29083/pages/lesson-ii-introduction-to-philippine-

folkdance https://sites.google.com/site/philippinefolkdancevol1/importance