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HOW TO USE THIS MODULE

Before starting the module, I want you to set aside other tasks that will
disturb you while enjoying the lessons. Read the simple instructions
below to successfully enjoy the objectives of this kt. I Have fun!

1. Follow carefully all the contents and instructions indicated in every

page of this module.
2. Write on your notebook the concepts about the lessons. Writing
enhances learning, that is important to develop and keep in mind.
3. Perform all the provided activities in the module.
4. Let your facilitator/ guardian assess your answers using the
answer key card.
5. Analyze conceptually the post-test and apply what you have
learned.
6. Enjoy studying!

PARTS OF THE MODULE

• Expectations – These are what you will be able to know after completing
the lessons in the module.
• Looking Back to your Lesson – This section will measure what learnings
and skills did you understand from the previous lesson.
• Brief Introduction – This section will give you an overview of the lesson.
• Activities – This is a set of activities you will perform with a partner.
• Remember – This section summarizes the concepts and applications of
the lessons.

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LESSON 7 : BALLROOM DANCE (CHA -CHA -CHA)
EXPECTATIONS
This module will help you to:
• Know and understand the dance Cha - Cha -Cha
• Identify the different patterns or variations of the dance
• Discuss the background an d context of Cha -Cha - Cha
• Perform the Cha - Cha -Cha with grace and poise

LOOKING BACK TO YOUR LESSON

LINE DANCE HISTORY

The line dance is commonly performed to the tune of country music. However, it
surprisingly did not originate from any country or western place. The steps and the
manner of dancing were believed to have coined from folk activities in ancient
times.

Another form believes to have contributed to this modern method is the Contra.
Contra dancing is a folk dance in North America wherein the people joining in form
two lines facing away from each other. Together, they perform a series of dance
steps. It was only during 1980s that the art of line dancing has become popularly at
tuned to country songs.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION
Ballroom dancing is a form of couples’ dance which are enjoyed both socially
and competitively around the world. Because of its performance and entertainment
aspects, ballroom dance is also widely enjoyed on stage, film, and television.

The term “ballroom” is derived from the word ball which in tun originates
from the Latin word ballare which means to dance (a ball-room being a large room
specially designed for such dances). I time past, ballroom dancing was social
dancing for the privileged, leaving folk dancing for the lower classes. 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.

Brief History of the dance Cha-Cha-Cha

The cha-cha dance originated from Cuba was originally known as the cha-chacha.
The dance gained popularity around the 1950’s and was created from two other
dances – the ‘mambo’ and the ‘danzon’. Enrique Jorrin, a violinist and composer,

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realized that most of the crowds related the danzon-mambo rhythm to a much
slower mambo dance and thus had hardship adopting the syncopated rhythms. He
decided to compose music that strongly focused on the first downbeat such that the
rhythm became less syncopated. This caused the crowd dancers to develop a triple
step, creating the sound ‘cha-cha-cha’ with their shoes, thus the cha-cha-cha was
born.

CHA-CHA-CHA
Style: International Latin

Music: Mediun-tempo Latin music

Meter: 4/4

Tempo: 128 beat per minute

Basic Rhythm: 2, 3, 4&1, 2, 3, 4&1 (accent on count 1)

Cha-Cha Dance Syllabus

BEGINNING BRONZE SILVER GOLD

1a. Closed Basic 16. Open Hip Twist 24. Advanced Hip Twist
Movement 17. Reverse Top 25. Hip Twist Spiral
1b. Open Basic Move 18. Opening Out from 26. Turkish Towel
ment Reverse Top 27. Sweetheart
1c. Alternative Basic 19. Aida 28. Follow my Leader
Movement 20a. Aida 20b. 29. Foot Changes
1d. Basic Movement In Curl
Place 20c. Rope Spinning
2. New York 21. Cross Basic
3a. Spot Turns 22. Cuban Breaks
3b. Underarm Turns to R 23. Chase
&L

INTERMEDIATE
BRONZE
4. Shoulder to Shoulder
5. Hand to Hand
6. Three Cha Chas
7. Side Steps (Chasses)
8. There and Back
9. Time Steps

FULL BRONZE
10. Fan
11. Alemana
12. Hockey Stick
13. Natural Top
14. Natural Opening Out

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15. Closed Hip Twist

Four Basic Steps of Cha-Cha-Cha

1. Forward Step

2. Backward Step

3. Side Step

4. Rock Step

Note: you may watch the link to fully understand the four basic steps of cha-
chacha: https://youtu.be/PWiLi22Cq8w

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ACTIVITY

Activity 1.
1. Watch the different variations of the dance Cha-Cha-Cha and include it on
your routine.
2. You may visit the HowcastArtRec in the Youtube Channel for the different
variations of the dance Cha-Cha-Cha.
3. Make a video of your self while doing the different variations of the dance
cha-cha-cha.
4. Submit the video to your Teacher online.

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References
https://www.en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ballroom_dance

https://www/dance-america.com/history-of-the-cha-cha-dance-81.html

https://www.ballroomdancers.com/Dances/syllabus.asp?dance=CHA

https://youtu.be/PWiLi22Cq8w

Acknowledgment
DEVELOPMENT TEAM OF THE MODULE
Management Team:
Malcolm S. Garma , Regional Director
Genia V. Santos , CLMD Chief
Dennis M. Mendoza , Regional EPS In Charge of LRMS
Maria Magdalena M. Lim, CESO V, Schools Division
Superintendent
Aida H. Rondilla , CID Chief
Lucky S. Carpio , EPS In Charge of LRMS

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Writers: Paulo James A. Santos T -III, Rio Vesta S. Acuzar T
III, Christy U. Purisima T -III, Teresita C. Montes T -III,
Angelo G. Parohinog MT -II, Edgar D. Francisco MT -II
Editors: Conrado S. Contreras Jr. , HT -VI
Reviewer: Luis M. Anchilo , PSDS & Supervisor -in -Charge
(MAPEH )
Layout Artist:

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