Standard Dances:

1. WALTZ
1. History?
▪ The original form of Waltz was first used by 13th century peasants in
Germany, who devised rolling folk dance that was quite different from all
court dances that were popular in that time. It was especially popular in
south Germany and Austria, where it was known under such different names
as Dreher, Ländler, and Deutscher. Danced with a step, slide, and step in 3/4
time, the waltz appeared to represent the new era's ideals of freedom,
character, passion, and expressiveness.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ The waltz, meaning "to roll or revolve" is a ballroom and folk dance, normally
in triple, performed primarily in closed position.
3. Time Signature?
▪ The time signature of a waltz is ¾
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The way you count the Waltz is: “1,2,3” – “1,2,3” – Each beat is even. The
Waltz has a 3/4-time signature which is different than many of the other
social dances like Rumba or Foxtrot that have a 4/4 structure.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ The Waltz is a smooth dance that travels around the line of dance.
Characterized by its “rise and fall” action, the Waltz includes a step, slide,
and step in 3/4 time. Dancers should move their shoulders smoothly,
parallel with the floor instead of up and down. Dancers must strive to
lengthen each step.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ country western waltz is most common to country western scenes and
competitions and isn't seen as often at a ballroom competition or social
dances. It has several defining characteristics. First, its normally danced to
country music instead of classical style music. This dance was popular in
the eighteenth century and early nineteenth century in Germany,
especially Bavaria, as well as parts of Austria, including Vienna.
Aristocrats adopt the waltz.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ It is usually danced at state dinners, weddings, and other formal occasions.
The Viennese waltz, as opposed to the slow waltz, refers to the faster
renditions of the waltz. Johann Strauss composed the most well-known
waltz music with his son.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Jota is a popular dance introduced in the Philippines by the Spaniards.
Valse means waltz, a step or a dance in 3/4 time. Valse vieja is a version of
the waltz that originated in Pangasinan. It is performed by the members of
the “principalia” or upper class in old Pangasinan during stately occasions
and fiesta.
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2. Tango
1. History?
▪ The Tango originated in the streets of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and
Montevideo, Uruguay, in the late 19th century. The roots of this dance lie in
African candombe, Cuban habanera as well as waltzes and polkas. It was a
popular dance among European immigrants, former slaves and the working
and lower classes.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ The Tango, a distinctive tango dance and the corresponding musical style of
tango music, began in the working-class port neighborhoods of Buenos Aires
and Montevideo, on both sides of the Rio de la Plata.
3. Time Signature?
▪ The Tango is a style of music that originated in Argentina and Uruguay,
influenced by both regional folk music and European classical dance music.
Both Uruguayan and Argentine tango dance music is composed in the easily
danceable time signatures of 4/4 and 2/4.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The Tango Basic is made of five steps taken to 8 counts of music. The
rhythm is slow, slow, quick, quick, slow. The slow steps consume two beats
of music and the quick steps one. Tango music is usually written in 4/4
time (but also in 2/4 time) and played at a tempo of 30-33 measures per
minute.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ The Basic step (eight count basic, 8CB) is composed of back step, sidestep,
cross for the lady (leader steps outside of his partner with his right leg),
forward step, and sidestep.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Tango is one of the most influential and famous dances of the modern
history, originating from the streets of 18th century Buenos Aires in
Argentina and Montevideo in Uruguay as the favorite dance of the
European immigrants, former slaves, working and lower classes of people.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ The tango was frequently practiced in the brothels and bars of ports,
where business owners employed bands to entertain their patrons. The
tango then spread to the rest of the world. Many variations of this dance
currently exist around the world.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Originating in Spain or Morocco, the Tango was introduced to the New
World by the Spanish settlers, eventually coming back to Spain with Black
and Creole influences. In the early 19th Century, the Tango was a solo
dance performed by the woman. During the first decade of the 20th
century, some songs under the name of tango were recorded, but these
recordings did not achieve great popularity. However, in 1921, 'El Sonido
de la Milonga' helped bring about the rise of tango, and introduced it
properly as a form to the people.
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3. foxtrot
1. History?
▪ The Foxtrot is an early 20th Century American dance that has its origins in
the one-step, the two-step, and syncopated ragtime dances (Norton). It was
popularized in the USA by dancers Vernon and Irene Castle in 1914, and it is
believed to be named after Harry Fox, who was an entertainer (Bedinghaus).
entertainer and vaudeville actor Harry Fox is also credited with the dance's
origin. In a 1914 musical at the New York Theatre, Fox caught the audience's
attention with his fast-trotting steps across the dance floor.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ Carringford went by the name of Harry Fox and danced at the New York
Theatre. As Fox danced trotting steps one night to ragtime music, the foxtrot
was born. Onlookers thought the dance was one of the most original and
exciting of its time and referred to it as “Fox's Trot.”
3. Time Signature?
▪ Foxtrot is danced to music with a 4/4-time signature (think Frank Sinatra) and
has two rhythms: slow-slow-quick-quick and slow-quick-quick.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ Foxtrot is danced in 4/4 time and is between 128-136 beats per minute
(32-34 bars per minute). Also, Foxtrot is typically danced to Big Band
Swing music.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ the foxtrot has four steps for each beat of music, with the first and third
steps accented. As a travelling dance, the foxtrot incorporates short steps
to create a “trot” that matches the music's tempo. The footwork for the
foxtrot is a pattern of long, slow steps and short, quick steps.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ The foxtrot dance was first developed in 1914 in the United States.
Although the exact origin of the dance is unclear, it's believed that the
foxtrot first originated in Black American nightclubs before it was
popularized by ballroom dancers Vernon and Irene Castle. The Foxtrot is a
smooth and elegant Ballroom dance that was a favorite of Fred and Ginger
Rogers. It's a versatile dance that can be danced to many different tempos
and variety of music. Therefore, it's a popular style to learn for a wedding
dance or social events and dancing parties.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ foxtrot was danced to ragtime music, the foxtrot is a versatile dance that
can be performed to a variety of music. For instance, when rock 'n' roll
became popular in the 1950s, dancers began pairing the foxtrot with the
fast, accentuated beats. Today, the foxtrot is danced to big band music.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Inventor of the Foxtrot is W.C. Handy to imitate the positions of Tango.
The dance was originally danced to ragtime. Today, the dance is
customarily accompanied by the same big band music to which swing is
danced. It was popular from the teens through the 1940s. The foxtrot was
the dance most associated with rock and roll when it first emerged in the
1950s. Decca Records' "Rock Around the Clock" is considered the biggest-
selling "Foxtrot" of all time.
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4. quick step
1. History?
▪ Quickstep was developed in the 1920s in New York City and was first danced
by Black Americans. Its origins are in combination of slow foxtrot combined
with the Charleston, a dance which was one of the precursors to what today is
called swing dancing.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ The quickstep is a light-hearted dance of the standard ballroom dances. The
movement of the dance is fast and powerfully flowing and sprinkled with
syncopations. The upbeat melodies that quickstep is danced to make it
suitable for both formal and informal events.
3. Time Signature?
▪ The Quickstep usually follows a 4/4 time pattern. The basic feel of the Quickstep
is slow-quick-quick, slow-quick-quick, with "slow" taking beats one and two,
and "quick-quick" taking beats three and four. Most of the "slow" steps are
taken on the heel, while most "quick" steps are taken on the balls of the feet.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The Quickstep usually follows a 4/4 time pattern. The basic feel of the
Quickstep is slow-quick-quick, slow-quick-quick, with "slow" taking beats
one and two, and "quick-quick" taking beats three and four. Most of the
"slow" steps are taken on the heel, while most "quick" steps are taken on
the balls of the feet.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ Begin in a closed position. Step forward with your right foot. (slow) Step to
the left with your left foot, then slide your right foot to close with your left
foot. (quick) Step to the left again with your left foot. (quick) Step
backward with your right foot. (slow) Step to the left with your left foot,
then slide your right foot to close with your left foot. (quick) Step to the left
with your left foot. (quick).
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ The core of quickstep comes from humble beginnings: dancehall bands
would often speed up an older version of the modern foxtrot (the “Slow-
Foxtrot”). As the immigrant communities of New York embraced this new
dance, it eventually found its way into public stages and glamorous
ballrooms.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ The quickstep is a light-hearted dance of the standard ballroom dances.
The movement of the dance is fast and powerfully flowing and sprinkled
with syncopations. The upbeat melodies that quickstep is danced to make
it suitable for both formal and informal events.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Quickstep was developed in the 1920s in New York City and was first
danced by Black Americans. Its origins are in combination of slow foxtrot
combined with the Charleston, a dance which was one of the precursors to
what today is called swing dancing. By the end of the 20th century the
complexity of quickstep as done by advanced dancers had increased, with
the extensive use of syncopated steps with eighth note durations. While in
older times quickstep patterns were counted with "quick" (one beat) and
"slow" (two beats) steps, many advanced patterns today are cued with split
beats, such as "quick-and-quick-and-quick, quick, slow", with there being
further steps on the 'and's.
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5. Viennese waltz
1. History?
▪ The Viennese Waltz is the oldest form of ballroom dance. It emerged in the
18th century around 1750. Its precursors originate back to the 12th century to
a dance of the Middle Ages known as the Round.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ Viennese waltz is a genre of ballroom dance. At least four different meanings
are recognized. In the historically first sense, the name may refer to several
versions of the waltz, including the earliest waltzes done in ballroom dancing,
danced to the music of Viennese waltz.
3. Time Signature?
▪ Viennese Waltz music is fast and has a time signature of 3/4 and a tempo of
54bpm.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The time signature for any Waltz is ¾ time which means there are 3
quarter notes to a measure of music. Therefore, when you count this dance
you will count either to 3 or 6. Typically, the beat value is 1, meaning you
will spend 1 beat on each step you take.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ Begin in a closed position. Step forward with your right foot. (slow) Step to
To start, the follower faces their dance partner and places their left hand
on the leader’s shoulder. The follower then moves in the opposite direction
of the lead.
1. Step back with your right foot. Place your feet hip distance apart
and step back with the right foot, moving your body in the direction
of your right foot.
2. Move to your left. Move your left foot sideways to the left.
3. Close your right foot to your left foot. Bring your right foot next
to your left foot so your feet are parallel and nearly touching.
4. Step forward with your left foot. Take a step forward with your
left foot.
5. Move back and to your right. Take a single step with your right
foot that moves you back and sideways to the right.
6. Close your left foot to your right foot. Move your left foot next to
your right foot so your feet are parallel and nearly touching
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ The Viennese Waltz is a classic dance style that is featured in many
romantic movies and animated films. It is characterized by sweeping,
graceful turns that rotate quickly around the floor. Although it shares
many similarities to the slow Waltz, it is danced at a much faster tempo—
twice the speed of the slow Waltz.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ It is usually danced at state dinners, weddings, and other formal occasions.
The Viennese waltz, as opposed to the slow waltz, refers to the faster
renditions of the waltz. Johann Strauss composed the most well-known
waltz music with his son.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ First waltzes were danced in the location of today's Germany and Austria,
back in 13th century. The style was immediately picked up by other
nations, who each created it's own form and style of the dance. The form
we know today was born in the suburbs of Vienna and Austria's mountain
regions. The Viennese Waltz originates from the Volta, a couples-focused
dance enjoyed by high society in the 1500's. The Viennese waltz emerged
in the second half of the 18th century from a German dance called the
Volta (or Lavolta) and later the Ländler in Austria.
Latin dance:

1. cha cha cha

1. History?
▪ The cha-cha-cha, or simply cha-cha, is a dance of Cuban origin performed to
the music of the same name. It was originally introduced by Cuban composer
and violinist Enrique Jorrín during the 1950s. This rhythm was developed
from the beginning danzón-mambo. The name was derived from the shuffling
of the dancers' feet.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ The cha-cha-cha, is a dance of Cuban origin. It is danced to the music of the
same name introduced by the Cuban composer and violinist Enrique Jorrin
in the early 1950s. This rhythm was developed from the danzón-mambo.
3. Time Signature?
▪ The time signature = 4/4. Musical accent is on the first beat of each bar.
Tempo = 30/32 beats per minute.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ Cha Cha Dance Steps and Timing. Like most modern music, Cha Cha
music is 4/4 time (4 beats to a bar of music, and therefore four dance steps
to a bar of music.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ Start with your feet together. Understanding the syncopated step (4 and 1)
is key to executing a good cha cha.Your feet should be together when you
begin, with your left foot popped up slightly so that you are balancing on
the ball of your foot. Most of your weight should be supported by your
right foot. Step out to the left. Keep your right foot in the same place, and
step out to the left, just past the width of your shoulders. As you step to the
left, let your hips follow your foot. Your left hip should be popped out
slightly to the left side, just over your left foot. Slide your right foot to meet
your left and then back. Once your left foot is popped out, lightly slide your
right foot across the floor to meet your left foot. Then slide your right foot
behind you. As you slide your right foot back, lift your left foot up slightly.
Rock forward to your left foot. Once your right foot is in place behind you,
rock forward so that your weight shifts from your right foot to your left
foot. Then bring your right foot up to meet it. This is the main starting
position for the cha cha.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Many dances of the early periods were performed as a ritual to the Gods
who ancestors believed needed to be kept entertained for world peace.
Dance used in many celebrations and until now. Throughout history we
can notice that dance had many uses such as also community dance,
harvesting and worship. Dance evolution started as folk origins to court
presentations and now theater or even cinema movies.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ Ballroom competition.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ The natural impulse to dance may have existed in early primates before
they evolved into humans. Dance has been an important part of ceremony,
rituals, celebrations and entertainment since before the birth of the
earliest human civilizations. Archaeology delivers traces of dance from
prehistoric times such as the 10,000-year-old Bhimbetka rock shelters
paintings in India and Egyptian tomb paintings depicting dancing figures
from c. 3300 BC. Many contemporary dance forms can be traced back to
historical, traditional, ceremonial and ethnic dances of the ancient period.
Latin dance:

2. Samba
1. History?
▪ The term "samba" comes from the Bantu (dance drama) - a kind of
merriment popular for black people of that time. In Rio de Janeiro, the word
only became known at the end of the 19th century, when it was linked to rural
festivities. merriment (dance drama) popular for black people of that time.
According to Hiram Araújo da Costa, over the centuries, the festival of dances
of slaves in Bahia were called samba. In Rio de Janeiro, the word only became
known at the end of the 19th century, when it was linked to rural festivities, to
the area of blacks and to the "north" of the country, that is, the Brazilian
Northeast.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ Samba, also known as samba urbano carioca or simply samba carioca, is a
Brazilian music genre that originated in the Afro-Brazilian communities of
Rio de Janeiro in the early 20th century
3. Time Signature?
▪ Samba. A lively Brazilian Dance with strong African influences. Time
signature = 2/4 two beats to one bar of music. Tempo = 52-54 Bars per
minute.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The Samba music is phrased in counts of 8 and the basic rhythm of it is: 1
a 2, 3 a 4, 5 a 6, 7 a 8. The beat value is 3/4, 1/4, 1 (For each 3 steps). This
means that you would hold the first step for 3/4 of a beat, then make a
very quick step which is only a 1/4, and the last step is 1 full beat.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ The basic rhythm is “quick, quick, slow, and repeat.” The steps include the
following: Voltas. Bota Fogos. Kick Change.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Early in the 1940s, the Brazilian ballroom dance known as Samba gained
▪ popularity in Western Europe and the US.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ The dance is performed in a variety of settings, such as well-known
Catholic festivals and Afro-Brazilian religious rituals, but it is also done in
less formal settings. Beginners are welcome to participate in the dance and
learn throughwatching and imitating others
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Samba music started in the 19th century and evolved in Rio de Janeiro,
Brazil in the early 20th century. It became the quintessential music and
dance form of Rio de Janiero's world famous carnival. The lively dance
moves and rich and syncopated rhythm have made it a South American
favorite.
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3. Salsa
1. History?
▪ Salsa is a dance that first emerged in Cuba during the turn of the 20th
century, molded by different cultural tendencies from Spain, Africa, and the
Caribbean. The dance stems from the melodies popular in Spain and the
instruments of Africa and Cuba.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ Salsa is a latin dance, associated with the music genre of the same name,
which was first popularized in the United States in the 1960s in New York
City. Salsa is an amalgamation of Cuban dances, such as mambo, pachanga
and rumba, as well as American dances such as swing and tap.
3. Time Signature?
▪ Traditionally salsa uses a 4/4 time signature. It's often played in groups of
eight beats. Of the two measures, you will use one for each side of your
body
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ In salsa, the basic step is done to a quick-quick-slow, quick-quick-slow
rhythm on beats 1-2-3, 5-6-7 of an 8 count. On beats 4 and 8, no additional
steps are taken. That's why counts 4 and 8 are considered the “slow”
portion of salsa rhythm.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ The clave rhythm is an important foundation of salsa; all salsa music and
dance is governed by the clave rhythm. The most common clave rhythm in
salsa is the so called son clave, which is eight beats long and can be played
either in 2-3 or 3-2 style.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Salsa dance socials are commonly held in night clubs, bars, ballrooms,
restaurants, and outside, especially if part of an outdoor festival..
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ It was primarily developed by Puerto Ricans and Cubans living in New
York in the late 1960s and early 1970s. Different regions of Latin America
and the United States (including countries in the Caribbean) have distinct
salsa styles, such as Cuban, Puerto Rican, Colombian, and New York
styles.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ During the American period, Americans influenced Latin dance among the
Filipinos.
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4. rumba
1. History?
▪ The Rumba originated among the African slaves in Cuba in the sixteenth
century. It began as a fast and sensual dance with exaggerated hip
movements. The dance was said to be representing the male pursuit of a
woman and the music played with a staccato beat to keep time with the
expressive movements of the dancers.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
▪ Rumba is a secular genre of Cuban music involving dance, percussion, and
song. It originated in the northern regions of Cuba, mainly in urban Havana
and Matanzas, during the late 19th century. It is based on African music and
dance traditions, namely Abakuá and yuka, as well as the Spanish-based
coros de clave.
3. Time Signature?
▪ Time signature for Rumba is 4/4
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The count of the rumba dance is “Slow, Quick, Quick”. The slow step is
danced over 2 beats of music, while the quick is danced only over 1 beat.
So each measure has one slow step and two quick steps. An alternative way
to count the beat is: 1,2 (slow), 3 (quick), 4 (quick).
5. What are the Steps?
▪ The basic rumba step is a very simple box step: a slow forward or
backward step and two quick side steps. The count of the rumba dance is
“Slow, Quick, Quick”. The slow step is danced over 2 beats of music, while
the quick is danced only over 1 beat. So each measure has one slow step
and two quick steps
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Rumba is a secular genre of Cuban music involving dance, percussion, and
song. It originated in the northern regions of Cuba, mainly in urban
Havana and Matanzas, during the late 19th century.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ Rumba parties (rumbones) were common rituals to celebrate birthdays,
weddings and holidays.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ The Rumba originated among the African slaves in Cuba in the sixteenth
century. It began as a fast and sensual dance with exaggerated hip
movements. The dance was said to be representing the male pursuit of a
woman and the music played with a staccato beat to keep time with the
expressive movements of the dancers.
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5. PASO DOBLe
1. History?
▪ The paso doble has a complex history that begins in the eighteenth century:
Spanish origins: The origins of the paso doble vary according to sources.
Some historical records claim that dancers first performed paso doble music
in Spain in 1780.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
Pasodoble is a fast-paced Spanish military march used by infantry troops. Its
speed allowed troops to give 120 steps per minute. This military march gave
rise recently to a modern Spanish dance, a musical genre including both voice
and instruments, and a genre of instrumental music often played during
bullfight.
3. Time Signature?
▪ Paso doble tunes were then reportedly adapted as marching music for
Spanish infantry troops, who were reportedly able to take 120 steps per
minute—or double their normal pace—because of the music's quick 2/4
time signature (two quarter-note beats per measure).
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ Paso Doble dance music is written in 2/4 time and is counted 1 2,1 2 with
one step danced to each beat of music. Two other ways of counting are 1 2
3 4, 1 2 3 4 and 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8. The Paso Doble dance is in the International
Style Latin competition dance program and is also danced in shows.
5. What are the Steps?
▪ Start by standing in a closed position. The leader would be standing with
their right foot, walk forward, left foot and right foot. You can end with
your feet together by closing with a left foot then right. The follower would
be mirroring the leader.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ In Europe, Canada, and Asia, paso doble is a social dance, but its
complicated choreography makes it better suited as a competitive dance
form. It's one of the five international Latin dances performed at dance
competitions worldwide, along with the jive, rumba, samba, and cha-cha-
cha.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ Paso Doble is a fast-paced Spanish dance historically used to represent a
matador and his cape during a bullfight. It is frequently danced to the
'Spanish Gypsy' music or its derivations. The lead in this dance (as the
matador) is portrayed as strong and macho, while his follow (as the cape)
proud and graceful.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ Still, this popular dance style is widely considered to originate in France–
there was an early 1900s French military term called the pasa redoble, a
quick march requiring fast footwork. Soon after, French performers
premiered dances and pantomimes similar to what we know as the
modern pasodoble.
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6. jive
1. History?
▪ The jive is a dance style that originated in the United States from the African
Americans in the early 1930s. The name of the dance comes from the name of
a form of African-American vernacular slang, popularized in the 1930s by the
publication of a dictionary by Cab Calloway, the famous jazz bandleader and
singer.
2. Meaning of the Dance?
The jive is a dance style that originated in the United States from the African
Americans in the early 1930s. The name of the dance comes from the name of
a form of African-American vernacular slang, popularized in the 1930s by the
publication of a dictionary by Cab Calloway, the famous jazz bandleader and
singer.
3. Time Signature?
▪ Modern Jive Timing. Modern Jive is usually danced to music with a 4/4
time signature - nearly all pop music has this time signature and is also
known as common time. There are 4 beats to bar and at the fundamental
level we step on each beat.
4. Counting of Dance?
▪ The basic steps for jive are based on a simple six beat sequence: 1-2-3-a-4-
5-a-6. The count begins with the rock step (left foot step back, right foot in
place), followed by the two triple steps (chasse) that are counted: 3-a-4, 5-
a-6..
5. What are the Steps?
▪ Basic jive: The basic jive step is a 6-count step with the dancers in a closed
position.
6. Where and When the Dance was used?
▪ Another style of the Jive is Ballroom Jive and is danced in ballrooms and
ballroom dance studios. The third style of the Jive is danced at local dance
clubs and is known Modern Jive, Ceroc, Le Roc or French Jive. The
strongest and oldest dance lineage of the Jive dates back to the dance
genre known as Lindy Hop.
7. What occasion it was used?
▪ The Jive is lively and fast-paced dance that is typically danced to up-beat
swing or contemporary music. In the competitive ballroom dancing
communities, the Jive is considered a Latin dance, however, it also belongs
to the swing dancing family.
8. What is the origin and who started this dance in the Philippines?
▪ The jive is a dance style that originated in the United States from the
African Americans in the early 1930s. The name of the dance comes from
the name of a form of African-American vernacular slang, popularized in
the 1930s by the publication of a dictionary by Cab Calloway, the famous
jazz bandleader and singer.
9. In your opinion, which of the standard dances and Latin dances is your
favorite?
 Viennese Waltz, cause it's interesting that during this dance, due to the fast tempo
and basing on my experience, the dancers tend to rely on their muscle memory
which is impressive.
10. Which dance was the easiest and hardest, explain?
 Waltz, cause it’s like a mellow dance and it is quite slow, meanwhile the hardest
would-be Viennese cause of the unusual lean and the fast movements that shall be
executed.
11. if you had the chance to become a professional dance sport dancer,
which dance would you choose and why?
 Viennese Waltz, cause it's challenging, tiring, and elegant.

12. Can dancing provide career opportunities and benefit our overall
health? If so, please explain, and if not, please explain.
 Aside from the health benefits which are pretty obvious, we can also get a
profession and take advantage of this dancing skill, we can be a performer or be a
contest contender.