Senior High School

Health Optimizing
Physical Education 3
Quarter 1 – Module 1:

Introduction to Dance

SELF-LEARNING MODULE

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PE and Health
Quarter 1 – Module 1:
Introduction to Dance

Self-assesses health-related fitness (HRF). status,

barriers to physical activity assessment
participation and one’s diet. (PEH11FH – Ig-i-6)
 What I Need to Know

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you master
the different ways by which information from everyday life may be acquired. The
scope of this module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. The
lessons are arranged to follow the standard sequence of the course. But the order in
which you read them can be changed to correspond with the textbook you are now
using.

The module is for Lesson 1 titled as follows:

● Lesson 1 – Dance

Learning Competencies:
Self-assesses health-related fitness (HRF). status, barriers to physical
activity assessment participation and one’s diet. (PEH11FH – Ig-i-6)

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. identify the different fundamentals of movement.
2. asses one’s physical health thru answering Personal Health Check Sheet;
3. execute basic movements from locomotor, non-locomotor, manipulative and
rhythmic movement.

What’s In

Introduction to the Basic Concepts of Movement, Movement Space, Rhythm and Dance

is defined as change of position in space. is a measured motion or flow,

It is governed with mechanical principles characterized basically by
that limit the ability of individuals to move recurrence of elements or
effectively and efficiently. features as beats, sounds or
accents.
 What is It

Dance is the human body rhythmically moving through space and time with
energy and effort. Dance (Human Kinetics).

It involves a successive group of bodily movements and steps rhythmically performs

and timed to music. Using the body as a means of expressing a communication. It
can either be through fundamental rhythms using locomotor or axial movements or
in higher form as dance (Aquino, 1996).

REASONS FOR DANCING

WORSHIP
Primitive people believe that dances brings them magic powers, bring
victory or to restore health.
COURTSHIP
Serves as a way for man and woman to become acquainted before they
marry.
 CHILDREN
Dance because of the joy they feel
SOCIAL
For the sake of companionship
MOST PEOPLE
To have fun or entertain others
THOSE WHO TREAT DANCE AS AN ART:
Dance reaches its most beautiful form.
They dance to give beauty and inspiration to others
FOR MANY PEOPLE
Dancing provides one of the most personal and effective means of
communication
FOR SOME
To find relief of having the same activity in their life
Provides a release of tension in our body

What is Movement Space?

All movements takes place in space. The two kinds of space occupancy are
personal space and general space. Personal Space is the maximum space available to a
person in a stationary position. This includes the space available to a person in s
stationary position. This includes the space that the person can reach by stretching
and twisting. General Space is the area which include one or more persons moving in
space like: gymnasium, swimming pools, classrooms, ballrooms, plaza and others.
(Aquino, 1996).
Fundamental Movements and Movement Exploration
Fundamental movement skills are movement patterns that involve various
body parts and provide basis of physical literacy. Fundamental movement skills are
the foundational movements, or precursor patterns to the more specialized and
complex skills use in play, games and specific sports (Human Kinetics).

Basic Locomotor Skills

a. Locomotor Movements

Movement in-space as one goes from one place to another.

Walk – a regular pace of the feet. A simple transfer of the

weight from one foot to the other.

Run – a fast walk or an increased speed in walking by

lifting the foot off the contact floor or ground

 Hop – with the weight of the body on one foot spring on

that same foot.

Leap – with the weight of the body on one foot, spring on

one foot and land on the other foot.

Slide – a full contact of the foot on the floor by gliding or a

slide.

Gallop – a combination of a step (full transfer of weight on

one foot) and a cut by the transfer of weight to the other

foot.

Skip – a combination of a step and a hop on a fast tempo.

b. Non-Locomotor or Axial Movement

Movement done in a stationary or fixed base

Extension – straightening or stretching of a body

part from a joint.

 Flexion – a contraction or shortening of body parts

from a joint

Rotation – turning, twisting or circling around the

axis.

Pendular – a similar movement of a pendulum.

Percussive – movement of striking, hitting, pulling or

pushing.

Vibratory – the shaking of body parts or beating

movements that produces vibrating.

 Sustained – a smooth flowing movement contained in

a balanced position.

C. Manipulative Movements

Manipulative movement skills are motor skills that use hands, feet or
another body part to move or manipulate an object. It’s a combination of the
locomotor and axial movement accompaniment with any apparatus or
object.
References
Books
Andin, C.T., Minas, P.L. (2004). Dance Education in the School Curriculum. Manila,
Philippines: Rex Book Store.
Aparato, C.R., Talaroc-Brebante, Z.R., Fernando-Callo, L., Dajime, P.F. (2017).
Physical Education and Health Volume II. Manila, Philipines: REX Book Store.

Aquino, F.R.. (1987). Fundamental Dance Steps and Music. Manila, Philippines: Kayumanggi Press,
Inc.
Aquino, F.R. (1991). Philippin Folk Dances Vol.1. Manila, Philippines. Aquino,

F.R. (1996). Philippin Folk Dance Vol.1. Manila, Philippines. Pituk,J.R. Manual

on Physical Education12.
Journal
AAHOER (1970). American Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation. Physical
Education for High School Students. Washington.

Online Resources

Human Kinetics.(n.d.) Fundamental Movement Skills Provide The Basis Of Physical

Literacy. Retrieved from:
https://us.humankinetics.com/blogs/excerpt/fundamental-movement-skills-
provide-the-basis-of-physical-literacy

https://k10outline.scsa.wa.edu.au/home/p-10-curriculum/curriculum-browser/syllabus/health-and-
physical-education-overview/glossary/fundamental-movement-skills
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/831125306216253099/
https://www.reference.com/world-view/manipulative-movement-skills-27bb0e42281d8669
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