CONCEPTUAL NOTES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION II

Topic 2.1: RHYTHMIC ACTIVITIES

Instructor: Chrystel Mariz R. Gementiza, LPT

Intended Learning Objectives:

1. Define rhythm and rhythmic activities
2. Identify the different types and examples of rhythmic activities
3. Explain the objectives of rhythmic activities
4. Express one’s idea about the importance of rhythmic activities in our daily lives

DEFINITION

What is Rhythm?

 A strong regular repeated pattern of movement or sound (Oxford Dictionary)

 In dancing, it is the steady beat of music to which the person dances to.

What are Rhythmic Activities?

 These are the physical manifestations of the mental and emotional response of the individual
to rhythm.
 They are activities which a child responds to physically, socially, and mentally to regular
patterns of sound.
 These are movement performed in response to regular or specific beats.

OBJECTIVES OF RHYTHMIC ACTIVITIES

1. Develop skills necessary for recreational enjoyment.

2. Maintain good posture and physical efficiency.
3. Promote emotional freedom.
4. Develop a balanced and well-coordinated body.

TYPES AND EXAMPLES

1. Fundamental Rhythms
 These are basic movements experiences or expressions.
 These enable a person to develop a sense of rhythm by doing simple actions.
Examples: Walking, Jogging, and Skipping

2. Creative Rhythms
 These are movements that imitates the action of a man, animal, or object.
 These are interpreted through intermediate/creative movements.
Examples: Movement of a Soldier, Tinikling Dance and Tarsier Dance
3. Dramatic Rhythms
 These are movements based on an idea, story, poem, song or thought.
 These are interpreted through movements have deep emotions and actions.
Examples: Snow White, Swan Lake, and Broadway

IMPORTANCE OF RHYTHM

 it suggests direction to our expression. Without rhythm, we're just simply moving;
 it functions as the propulsive engine of a piece of music;
 it gives a composition structure;
 it serves as a timing or guide; and
 it can regulate the mood of the songs or dance.

IMPORTANCE OF RHYTHMIC ACTIVITIES

 By regularly participating in rhythmic activities, one also gains greater self-confidence and self-
esteem.
 it can be used as a means of expression.
 it provides entertainment and relaxation.
 it involves muscle stretching, toning, and conditioning while increasing heart rate at the same
time.

- end -