TINIKLIN

G: The National
Dance of The
​ Philippines with
Bamboo Poles
 TINIKLING
One of the most popular folk dances in the
Philippines is the Tinikling. The traditional
dance, which usually involves a pair of two
bamboo poles, is considered to be the oldest in
the country and its appeal has spread across the
globe – particularly to the United States.

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 Why is the dance called Tinikling?
The Tinikling is said to be named after the long-legged bird
called the tikling in the Philippines. This bird belongs to a
number of rail species, but the name typically refers to the
slaty-breasted Rail (Gallirallus striatus), the buff-banded Rail
(Gallirallus philippensis), and the barred rail (Gallirallus
torquatus). Someone who dances the Tinikling imitates the
movements of a tikling bird (hence, tikling-like) as the bird
walks over the grass or dodges bamboo traps set by Filipino
farmers on vast rice fields.

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 Stories behind the dances’ origin
According to historical accounts, the Tinikling dance
originated during the Spanish occupation in the Philippines
– particularly on the island of Leyte. Rice farmers on the
Visayan Islands usually set up bamboo traps to protect their
fields, yet tikling birds dodged their traps. Locals imitated
the birds’ movement, and supposedly, that’s how this
dramatic traditional folk dance was born.

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 However, according to legend, the dance originated during the
Spanish colonial era when locals were ordered by the King of
Spain to work on large plantations. Those who did not follow
his orders or worked too slowly were given a punishment: to
stand in between two bamboo poles.
These poles were then clapped together in an effort to beat the
Filipino natives’ feet. To escape this punishment, the Filipinos
would jump when the two poles were about to be clapped. This
practice of jumping between the poles eventually transformed
from a challenge into an artistic dance.

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 Dancing the Tinikling
Alongside the Cariñosa dance, the Tinikiling is
considered a national dance in the Philippines and
almost every Filipino knows how to do it. Since it’s a
dramatic dance, it’s usually performed on special
occasions like traditional Filipino festivals or at
school and theater performances. Some say that this
dance represents most Filipinos’ two main character
traits: They’re resilient and fun-loving.

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COSTUMES

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Female dancers- usually wear a
dress called a Balintawak (a
colorful dress with arched
sleeves) or a Patadyong (a
checkered loose skirt that’s often
worn with a thin-fibered blouse).

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Males -wear an embroidered
formal shirt that’s untucked
called the Barong Tagalog—
which is the country’s national
outfit for Filipino men. The
Barong is usually paired with
red trousers. All dancers perform
the Tinikling while barefoot.

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PROPS: Bamboo Stick
The bamboo is used as a percussive instrument
as it is banged against the ground ( or a piece
of wood to make it easier to hold) and each
other in pattern. The bamboo has to be
enough to make a sound and the dancers
must be quick enough to not get their foot ( or
feet) caught. As the dance continues, the
banging of the bamboo becomes faster and
harder, the sound of the clashing bamboo and
the quickness of feet demonstrated by the
dancers thrilling the crowd.

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BASIC
STEPS IN
TINIKLING
1.Introduction
2.Basic Waltz
3.Dip

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4. Basic Jump
5. Cross
6. Turn
7. Slide
8. Double
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8. Rotating Jump
9. Holding Hands while
Jumping
10.Diamond Jump
11.Hug jump
12. End Step

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QUIZ!
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 1. It is a Philippine folkdance that is known
for its distinguished use of bamboo poles
accompanied by steps.

A.Tinikling
B.Itik-itik
C.Binasuan
D.Maglalatik

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 2. What are the equipment used
in the dance Tinikling?

A.3 glasses
B.2 bamboo poles
C.3 benches
D.10 coconut shells

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 3. Movement of the feet describe as a spring
on one foot and landing on the same foot.

A. HOP
B. JUMP
C. KUMINTANG

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 4. What is the background of Tinikling Dance?

A. Imitates the movements of the “tikling" birds as they walk

between grass stems or run over tree branches.
B. The dancers perform the dance by hitting one coconut shell.
C. The dance steps imitate the movements of ducks among rice
paddies and swamplands.
D. It means to entangle the feet with disturbing objects such as
vines or anything in your path.

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 5. It is a type of position that poles
separated outside the tappers' knees.

A.Apart
B.Together
C.None of the above

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 6. It is a type of position has both the poles
or garters inside the tappers' knees and
closed together.

A.Apart
B.Together
C.None of the above

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 7. Bamboo poles are not dangerous
and cannot be intimidating to the
dancers.

A.True
B.False
C.Maybe

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 8. What is the meaning of "Tinikling".

A.affectionate, loveable, or amiable

B.hurt, sacrifice, tragedy
C.fun-loving, resilient

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 9. The girl in Tinikling wears a
_______ style costume.

A.Balintawak
B.Kimono
C.Baro't Saya

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 10. The boy in Tinikling wears a ______ and
any trousers.

A. Kimono
B. Patadyong Camisa
C. Barong Tagalog

11-15. In your own words, what is

Tinikling?

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 MEMBERS

Bea Marjorie Ramis Catherine Varona Edzil Ecalne Aira Jane Silvano

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Sandra Pedrero Lalaine Tan Elazabith Olino Debrah Mae Medroso

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