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E 205 PATHFIT 1 MODERN DANCE

(MIDYEAR CLASS)

WEEK 1

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“Life's a dance you learn as you go, sometimes

you lead, sometimes you follow” –

Life’s a Dance, John Michael Montgomery

Activity 1: Essay.
Explain in your own words, the quotation that John Michael Montgomery wanted to impart
“Life's a dance you learn as you go, sometimes you lead, sometimes you follow””.
Type your answers the platform instructed by the teacher

CRITERIA:
10 Content- Answers show mastery of content and deeper analysis/understanding
5 Grammar and Spelling- Answers show a high level of accuracy in spelling and grammar.
10 Organization of Ideas Clear organization of thoughts and ideas
10 Timeliness- Ability to submit activity on time.

Activity 2. Pre-Self-Assessment on Dance

INSTRUCTIONS:
Download this file (Pre-Self-Assessment on Dance) and edit the image by putting a check mark to your
answer.
Save the file as PDF file.
Attach the file to the submission link and Submit to the platform instructed by the teacher
Before we proceed to any dance activities, in your PE activity notebook, please answer the following
questions as truthfully as possible BY CHECKING THE BOX of your corresponding color. This assessment
will allow the instructor to determine your level of dance capabilities.

Note:
The RED color = means you find the skills DIFFICULT.
The ORANGE color = means you find the skills MODERATELY DIFFICULT
The GREEN color = means you find the skills EASY
SUCCESS CRITERIA

I can perform and create different motifs using a variety of different dance styles
from different stimuli.
I can use a range of choreographic devices in my work.
I know the differences between the 4 elements of dance (space, relationships,
dynamics and actions).
I use dynamics, levels, formations, and expression within my performance.
I perform showing consistency, control, and accuracy.
I can use a range of different dance skills to help me develop or adapt my routine.
I can take on the role of a choreographer.
I can develop or adapt my routine to make it better and choreograph small sections
of the routine.
I can analyze my own and other’s performance. I can give ideas and suggestions on
how to improve the quality of the dance.
I use a variety of different terminology when talking about my own and others’ work.
I can plan and lead a warmup to a small group and understand why we warm up and
the impact it has on the body.
I understand why we warm up and the impact that it has on the body.
I understand all the key dance terminology introduced and can describe what they
mean.
I can identify all the key movements in dance, recognize them in performance and
ensure they are incorporated in my own performance.
I can appreciate a performance and identify the structure of the dance.

TOPIC 1: INTRODUCTION TO DANCE

What is dance?
TOPIC 2: WHAT IT TAKE TO BE A DANCER? DANCE SKILLS

To be able to be a good dancer, you must be focused on learning the correct skills. This list will display
the necessary technique for the beginner dancer.

Posture:
Good posture is important in dance because it provides you with a strong based to build the rest of the
skills onto. A good posture is the correct formation of the body where your bones and muscles can hold
you upright against gravity.

Alignment:
Alignment focuses more on the placement of your body, not so much the way you are standing. This skill
is especially important if you are dancing with a group of people, since you want to be in the right place
to stay in sync with the choreographed routine.

Balance:
This skill is important it helps you achieve elaborates moves while dancing. Keeping your balance will
help you stay upright while performing., allowing you to avoid a slip and falling. Good balance can also
help you expand the types of moves you can execute.

Coordination:
Being coordinated is dance is one of the most important skills. You can either be coordinated while
dancing alone or in group. By yourself. Coordination refers to knowing where your body should be and
when. Having a good coordination will help your moves look smooth to the audience. In a group setting,
coordination is essentially being in sync with the other dancers, making the performance look fluid.

Control:
Having a good control will make you a solid dancer. This is when you can start and stop performing on
command. This also applies while standing still during a performance, it is important to control your
stance so that you do not appear to be moving.
Flexibility:
This skill is nice to have in dance because you will be able to perform almost any move. The term
flexibility means the range of motion that is available to you through your joints. If you are flexible, it
will be easy for you to do things like splits.

Mobility:
Similar to flexibility, mobility is important because you will be able to transition from move to move very
quickly without much struggle. Quickness is often a term that goes hand in hand with mobility.

Strength:
Good dancers possess a lot of strength mainly in their legs and arms. This allows them to push off the
floor elegantly and execute moves without struggle.

Stamina:
This is very important if you compete in dance tournaments or long routines. Stamina is the amount of
energy that you can expend during an activity. Having a lot of stamina will keep you in shape during the
routine and keep you from being sloppy.

Extension
Often used in ballet, extension refers to the ability to rise their leg up to their head. Extension is used in
many other moves in the world of dance. Being able to extend will do you well when it comes to
learning how to dance.

Isolation:
Another vitally important skill to dancing is being able to isolate. Isolation refers to moving only one part
of your body while keeping everything else still. This will give you rhythm and wow the audience.

TOPIC 3: 5 Most Common Dance Injuries

What are the most common dance injuries?

1. Ankle Sprains
2. Hip Impingement
3. Achilles Tendonitis
4. Trigger Toe
5. Ankle Impingement
Activity 3. Pre- Dance Activity: I can Do This.

• Perform your favorite Tiktok dance piece.

• It could be a Tiktok dance or just your own chosen dance routine with a maximum of 1-2 minute
performance. This will serve as a graded icebreaker before we proceed to our lesson proper.
• Download your work in your Google or MS Teams One Drive and get the link.
• Submit the link to the platform instructed by the teacher
Please take note of the following.
1. Wear your proper P.E attire and footwear ALL THE TIME.
2. The view of the video must show your whole body (from head to foot).
3. Proper lighting must be observed.
4. Music must be clear enough to be heard.

Criteria: 50 points

10 Movements - Ability to copy the movements with precision and confidence

10 Presentation - The dancer demonstrates a high level of concentration, energy
and confidence when executing the movements.
10 Gesture and Facial Expression - Dancer uses their face and body to fully express the intent of
the movement.
20 Timeliness - Ability to submit the activity on time.

WEEK 2

TOPIC 4: FORMS OF DANCE

Dance may involve a fixed vocabulary of movements that have no meaning in themselves, as in much of
ballet and European folk dance, or pantomime and symbolic gestures may be used, as in many Asian
dance forms. People of different cultures dance differently and for varying purposes; their varied forms
of dance can reveal much about their way of life.

Dance and Human Culture.

Dance can be art, ritual, or recreation. It goes beyond the functional purposes of the movements used in
work or athletics to express emotions, moods, or ideas; tell a story; serve religious, political, economic,
or social needs; or simply be an experience that is pleasurable, exciting, or aesthetically valuable.

Dance and the Human Body

The body can perform such actions as rotating, bending, stretching, jumping, and turning. By varying
these physical actions and using different dynamics, human beings can devise an infinite number of
body movements. Out of the range of movements that the body is capable of performing, every culture
emphasizes certain features in its dance styles. The ordinary potential of the body can be expanded in
dance, usually through long periods of specialized training. In ballet, for example, the dancer exercises
to rotate, or turn out, the legs at the hips, making it possible to lift the leg high in an arabesque. In India,
some dancers learn to choreograph their eyeballs and eyebrows. Costuming can extend the body's
capabilities. Toe or pointe shoes, stilts, and flying harnesses are a few of the artificial aids employed by
dancers.

Dance and the Human Mind.

Besides giving physical pleasure, dancing can have psychological effects. Feelings and ideas can be
expressed and communicated; sharing rhythms and movements can make a group feel unified. In some
societies, dancing often leads to trance or other altered states of consciousness. These states can be
interpreted as signaling possession by spirits, or they may be sought to emotional release. A state of
trance may enable people to perform remarkable feats of strength, endurance, or danger, such as
dancing through hot coals. In some societies shamans dance in trance to heal others physically or
emotionally. The modern field of dance therapy developed to help people express themselves and
relate to others.

Dance is a performing art form, which consists of sequences of movement.

These sequences can be pre-planned (choreographed) or improvised (made up as the dancer is dancing).
The value of dance is that is it can have both aesthetic (what it looks like) and symbolic (how it makes
you feel) merit to the audience.

Dance can be categorized and described by:

• The historical period in which it was created.
• Where the dance was created.
• The types of movements or choreography in the dance.
TOPIC 5: The Elements of Dance: Dance Concepts
The elements of movement are body, action, space, time, and energy. The instrument is the body. The
body moves in space and in time with force. The dance concepts should be viewed holistically. When
participating in dance, all elements of dance are integrated all the time. The separation among concepts
here serves to think about, plan, and discuss dance.

Parts: head, neck, arms, wrists, elbows, hands,

BODY
fingers, pelvis, spine, torso, legs, knees, feet, toes,
What is being used to perform?
ankles, heels, shoulders, etc.
Shapes: curved, straight, angular, twisted,
symmetrical, asymmetrical
Relationships: body parts to body parts,
individuals to groups, body parts to objects,
individuals to groups and objects, individuals, and
groups to the room/space; mirroring, shadowing,
meeting, parting, above, below, under, over,
alone, connected, etc.
Locomotor: Running rolling and twirling
Non-Locomotor: Stretching, twisting, bending
ACTION
How the body moves? Gestures and Facial Expressions

Place: self-space/general space (also called

personal/shared)
SPACE
Where is movement performed? Size: big/small, near/far Level: high, middle, low
Direction: forward, backward, right, left, up, down,
diagonal
Pathway: curved, straight, zig zag
Focus: single focus or multi focus
TIME Speed: fast or slow
When is movement performed?
Rhythm: beat, pattern, and tempo
Energy: sharp (sudden) or smooth(sustained)
ENERGY
forcefully, gracefully, fluidly, or heavily
How is movement performed?
Weight: strong or light
Flow: free or bound
Activity 4: Elements of Dance

1. Perform a dance presentation that shows at least three (3) examples of EACH element
Example: BODY- (Movement/dance steps that shows its PARTS and SHAPES)
TIME: Showing slow and fast movements on so on...(refer to this example:
2. Label your actions/ movements.
3. Video RECORD all these actions, UPLOAD in your Google/ MS TEAMS account, COPY the link,
SEND the link to the platform instructed by the teacher.

Criteria (50points)
10 Elements Presented and Execution
10 Music and Video Quality
5 Timing and Rhythm
25 Timeliness

Activity 5: Quiz Answer this quiz in the platform instructed by the teacher.

Week 3

TOPIC 6: 10 Benefits of Dance

Dance can lead to:

1. Better Brain Health

A study done by The New England Journal of Medicine found that dancing can boost your memory and
even prevent the onset of dementia. Other studies have also found that aerobic dance exercises can
reverse volume loss in the part of the brain that controls memory (the hippocampus), which tends to
shrink during late adulthood.

Taking the time to remember steps and the changing movement of a dance is also a great way to
challenge your brain, no matter your age. Scientists have found cognitive skills such as planning and
organizing also improve with an exercise like dance.

2. Improved Flexibility
The movements associated with dance can increase flexibility and reduce stiffness. Don’t over-exert
yourself though – even the simple stretches associated with dancing can help ease joint pain and any
soreness from other more strenuous exercises.

3. Minimized Stress
A study conducted by the Journal of Applied Gerontology found that partner dance accompanied by
music can relieve stress. Other studies have also shown similar results, with some indicating dance can
increase levels of the hormone serotonin, which can improve your mood.
4. Reduced Depression
A study looking at the effects of dance on patients experiencing depression found that those who
participated in an upbeat group dance showed the least number of symptoms associated with
depression and were more energetic and upbeat as a result.

5. Weight Loss
Increased movement also usually means increased weight loss. A study in the Journal of Physiological
Anthropology found aerobic dance training can help you lose just as much weight as biking or jogging.

6. Increased Energy
Research from The Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition found a weekly dance
program can improve adults’ physical performance and increase their energy levels.

7. Improved Cardiovascular Health

Of course, the faster you dance, the faster your heart will beat, which can lead to a stronger and
healthier heart.
An Italian study found that people with heart failure who started practicing waltzing had much better
heart health, breathing, and quality of life compared to those who simply cycled or walked on a
treadmill.

8. Better Coordination Strength & Balance

Dancing requires lots of fast movement and good posture, which can help you gain better control of
your body. Moreover, there are 3 primary planes of motion; unlike simple movements such as walking
and cycling, which only involve the sagittal plane of your body, dancing works your body from all planes,
which means ALL your muscles are involved, not just some.

If you’re scared about falling when you’re older, dancing may ease some of those worries as well. A
study in the Journal of Aging and Physical Activity showed that tango dancing can improve balance
amongst older adults.

9. Improved Social & Emotional Health

A dance class is a great way to make new friends and branch out socially! Having positive relationships is
a major contributing factor to better mental health – it can increase feelings of happiness, reduce stress,
and even lead to a stronger immune system.

10. Higher Self-Esteem & Confidence

Studies show that dancers tend to report higher levels of self-esteem and more confidence.
Dance can be beneficial for people of all ages. Many forms, such as ballroom dancing, can be tame
enough for people with limited mobility or chronic health issues, while other forms can allow kids to
express themselves freely, let out their energy, and practice discipline by memorizing and learning
certain steps.
Activity 6: Illustration: Benefits of Dance
Dance benefits can be categorized into 7categories. (Physical, Social, Mental, Emotional, Spiritual,
Economic and Cultural aspects). Aside from the benefits stated in our topic, give other examples of the
benefits of dancing.

Create a collage of pictures/digital art showing these benefits and EXPLAIN/ JUSTIFY your work in not
less than three (3) sentences. Submit your work to the platform instructed by the teacher with only 1
file attached.

CRITERIA (30 points)

5 Creativity and Originality - The student demonstrates superior creativity and originality in the
selection of the visual components.
5 Explanation - Point-of-view fully presented and supported by many facts.
5 Effort- Demonstrates above board effort in accomplishing the assignment
going the extra distance in research.
15 Timeliness- The student can submit the tasks on time of the deadline.

TOPIC 7: CLASSIFICATIONS OF MOVEMENTS:

1. BASIC LOCOMOTOR MOVEMENTS- those that move the body in space in any direction with the feet
as the moving base such as walking, running, jumping, and hopping. These are basic locomotor
movements which can be combined in some specific patterns for variations. Variations can be done in
skipping, leaping, sliding, and galloping.

Example:
1. Walk - an uneven and alternate transfer of body weight from one foot always remaining in contact
with ground. The heel touches the floor first when moving forward.
When moving backward and sideward, it is the ball of the foot that touches the floor first.
2. Run - an even and alternate transfer of the body weight from one foot to the other with the ball of
the foot receiving the body weight. At one phase of the run, both feet are off the ground.
3. Leap - lifting the body in air from one foot and landing on the other foot in any direction.
4. Hop - a spring on one-foot landing on the same foot in any desired direction.
5. Jump - a spring on one or both feet landing on both feet in any direction.
6. Skip - a step on one foot and hopping on the same foot in fast tempo.
7. Slide - a modification of the walk in which the sole of the feet is in contact with the floor throughout
the movement. The slide may be done with alternating movement, one foot leading when moving
backward.
8. Gallop - a "catching up" step in which one foot quickly displaces the other as the displaced foot is
moved away from it. It is a progressive cut step with one foot leading.
2. BASIC NON-LOCOMOTOR/ AXIAL MOVEMENTS- the individual stays put in place and moves the
torso, arms or legs or the entire body like pulling, striking, lifting or swinging.
Example:
1. Bounces - springy movements of a joint from controlled small flexions and extensions within the
deep flexion joint. This develops flexibility and increases range of motion.
2. Stretches - reaching out movements designed to extend muscle and joints to their fullest range to
develop flexibility, range of motion and elasticity.
3. Swings - pendulous movements of the arms or legs from the shoulder or hip joints. Swings start with
contraction and carry through the arch of the movement by gravity.
4. Bends - flexion of joints
5. Twist - the part of the body is allowed to turn around its own axis.
6. Circling - the distal end of a body part traces or describes a circle while the proximal part is in place.
7. Pulls - a forceful movement made to move an object toward the body most often done with the
arms.
8. Push - a forceful movement made to move an object away from the body.
9. Lift - a movement which raises an object or body part from one level to another.
10. Turn - a rotation or circular movement of the body or body parts around in space.

Activity 7. Answer this quiz in the platform instructed by the teacher.

ACTIVITY 8: MIDTERM EXAM Answer this exam in the platform instructed by the teacher.

WEEK 4

TOPIC 8: Dance Origins and Early History

The dance has always been with us, even before the arrival of written language and modern history,
when our earliest cultures evolved utilizing oral and performance methods to pass the stories from one
generation to the next. Many historians believe that social, celebratory and ritual dances are one of the
essential factors of the development of early human civilizations. (http://www.dancefacts.net/facts-
about-dance/dance-information/)

There are many histories and many people that make up dance in its entirety. None are better, just
different; but all manage to employ the following principles: routine, practice, and discipline. Our bodies
are filled with so many techniques with even more variables to the technique of movement. The body
has no essence, it is disciplined to move, act, and react based on the culture that is given to it. Dance has
this great ability to communicate and evoke emotions without even using words. Dance is, and has
been, significant in the lives of all, whether it’s sacred rituals, professional performances, or just dancing
because it’s fun. It can be found everywhere, in every culture, and for many it is a way of life.

The Primitive Period

There is evidence of dance that dates to the Paleolithic period, seen through rock paintings depicting
dance. “Through much research by leading historians and by studying current uses of dance in several
primitive cultures, we know that in these cultures people used dance as a means of communication and
as a way of life. “In many primitive society’s rituals involving dance are performed at births, marriages,
and deaths. Possibly some of the most significant rituals are those performed for means of fertility such
as food and children. Our ancestors asked, for rain, sun, harvest, and healthy children. Many of these
movements mimicked the nearby animals, the crazy forces of mother nature, and the hypothesized
immortal lives of the Gods. Some of these rituals lasted many hours, even days, an inconceivable
thought to the contemporary dance world. There are cultures, still today, considered “primitive” The
Yanomamo people found in Venezuela, Brazil, Guyana, and Colombia effectively use dance as a way of
life. One example is the ammo, a dance performed prior to a hunt “The men in the tribe do this ritual of
song and dance to ensure good luck in capturing and killing animals for food and in anticipation of a
feast. “

The Ancient Period

The dances of the ancient civilizations began to acknowledge the aesthetic purposes of the art. They
began to question the way the dance looked and what it meant; what the movements represented and
how they may be interpreted. India, China, and Ancient Greece are among the first civilizations with
recorded anecdotes of dance. Many used dances for religious purposes, and all required skill, grace, and
stamina. Ancient Greece furthered the theatrical history of dance by using dance in dramas and Greek
theatre.

The Medieval Period

Dance was prevalent in the medieval era, otherwise known as the Middle Ages, as well. The Islamic
culture had a heavy influence in the interesting outcomes of dance. It was then that the familiar art of
belly dancing came into play, as did many folk dances still performed today. Slowly the church became
an influence and dance was quickly banned. Dance began to be seen as pagan activity. The ideals that
the body was evil, and one should strive for purity in thy soul redefined dance and its purpose. Religious
followers believed the idea that heavens above and earth is below, and we should be celebrating the
ethereal heavens not the earthly body. Since dance is a celebration through the body, many practicing
religions denied the acceptance of dance. Sensuality also quickly became associated with dance, and any
form of worship that approved dance was opposed to by the Christians of the medieval era.
Unfortunately, at this time the black plague (Bubonic) wiped out part of the population and created an
association with witchcraft. Soon the society connected dancing to witches and witches to the Plague
and dance became known as the Dance of Death or the Danse Macabre. Because of this sudden
obsession with death and its direct correlation with dancing, many of the pieces featured figures of
death such as skeletons. Soon theatrical performances returned, and dance was reborn.

The Renaissance

Period Dance was revived through folk dancing, court dancing, and the accompaniment of music. Dance
was beginning to be seen as an actual art as opposed to a cultural pastime or ritualistic necessity. While
folk dancing remained a popular expression among the working class, the high society combined these
folk routines with their aristocratic steps of nobility creating the majestic court dances. Although, the
court dances began as a symbolic gesture of royalty, dance soon revolutionized into what we know
today as ballet, an aesthetic genre of dance that originated from music, literature, paintings, and
sculptures. Before long, ballet became a professional art form and institutions were created to ensure
proper aesthetic training.

The Contemporary Period

Eastern countries continued traditional performances while the Western civilizations developed new,
invigorating genres. Contemporary and classical Ballet thrived and modern, tap, jazz and the newly
popular genre of hip hop shortly infiltrated life as we know it. The twentieth century not only introduced
science and technology but dance as entertainment and some of the greatest artists known to man.
Throughout the centuries dance went through drastic metamorphic changes from traditional rituals, to
banned pagan activity; noble pastimes to a working-class voice; beauty and poise to an outlet for social
and political messages. The history of dance is a rich explanation of the history of life.

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TOPIC 9: The Evolution of Dance throughout the Decades

Dance is a form of art, from the music to the culture and the history behind it, dance has been a way
people could express themselves for many decades. From the flapper era to having disco fever, dance
has evolved and changed tremendously throughout the years. From the culture identity of the United
States people always had different styles of dance to express the way they were feeling about the
economy, racial issues, even politics, and it just so happens to mark many significant points in our
history. From the 1920s to the 2000s, here are some of the most popular styles of dance to sweep
America throughout the years.
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Roaring 1920s
• The Roaring '20s -Dances from the 1920s, also known as the Jazz age were often talked about as
wild and carefree, from the shimmy to the Charleston, to Gatsby parties, it was the era of the
flapper and the dances were described as wild and carefree. Most styles of dance were performed
at night clubs with illegal alcohol. In the clubs, they did dance contests called marathons, which is
when you dance until you can't dance anymore. In the late 1920s came the tango and the waltz,
which still play a role in history today.
1930s and 1940s
• During the Great Depression, dancing remained very popular throughout all the chaos and hardship
that happened during that time. Dancing was an escape for many people. Up to 60 percent of
African American men had no work and Black musicians were not allowed to do studio or radio
work. However, jazz music was resilient. While businesses, including the record industry, were
failing, dance halls were packed with people dancing to the music of big bands, which would soon
be labeled as swing music.
• The 1930s and 1940s were the years of jazz and swing dancing, like the jitterbug to the Lindy hop.
Dancing remained very popular throughout the chaos that happened in the 1930s. Going out and
dancing used to be many people's escapes through it all. Even though the Germans banned
dancing, it never stopped anyone, especially from the bouncy upbeat swing dance.
1950s
• In the early 1950s bebop was the ideal among jazz musicians. Unlike swing, bebop was confined
to popular demands. It focused on musical advancement and in just a few years it had already
spread into new streams such as hard bop, cool jazz, and afro-Cuban jazz. Elvis Presley had a huge
influence on the rock and roll era and was often known as the "King of Rock 'n' Roll".
• Presley rose to fame in 1956, also the year he recorded the song "Heartbreak Hotel". 'Presley's
career as a singer and entertainer redefined popular music'. The 1950s also marked the beginning
or dirty dancing.
• The twist and other dances made popular from this rock and roll era influenced movies like
"Grease" and "Hairspray". From their poodle skirts, socks, and white tennis shoes, this was the era
of the pink ladies and dirty dancing. Especially with Elvis's rocking pelvis, the dirty dancing seed has
been planted.
1960s
• Most of the dances in the 1960s didn't include a dance partner. They had dances like the Mashed
Potato, the Fly, the Monkey, and the Funky Chicken. The sixties were recognized as the birth of
revolutionary ways to live, think, and create.
• The sixties were all about learning the newest dance craze. The dance craze began with the "twist"
introduced by Chubby Checker with the release of his song "The Twist"; the dance was largely
inspired by rock and roll music. Some films based off this era were "Cats “and "West Side Story."
1970s
• The colorful, bright, soulful disco era, from dances like the hustle, the YMCA, and soul train lines,
this upbeat era kept everyone on their toes or should I say "their platform shoes."
• Disco was also expressed very sexually on the dance floor from songs like "Macho Man", "Love
Machine" and "Foxy Lady". Dances included the hustle, the YMCA, and soul train line. This upbeat
era kept everyone excited and energized.
• The most popular disco dance of the '70s was the Hustle. Strutting across the dance with the beat
or adding rock-steps, or hand gestures was the basic dance.
• A lot of people would express themselves best dancing with their significant other to disco music.
Movies like "Saturday Night Fever" starring John Travolta were based on this era.
1980s
• The '80s introduced the era of hip hop with boom-box carrying break dancers performing on the
streets. Break dancing being one of the biggest crazes of the 1980s, street dancing was born in this
era. Even though break dancing was such a big thing, it was also the year of punk and heavy metal
such as moshing (jumping around to the sounds of loud heavy metal music.)
• A famous dance film in the 1980s was "Dirty Dancing" which featured a dance style called lambada.
Lambada, a dance with long-standing Brazilian roots, was a very sensual dance, even though it was
 very fast paced. Among the favorite dance moves from the '80s are The Running Man, The
Macarena, The Sprinkler, The Moonwalk, The worm, and The Robot.

1990s
• 1990s is the era of hip hop and line dancing which influenced dance culture tremendously to this
day. The 1990s had dances from the tootsie roll, the running man, to the Macarena that still are
popular in dances that kids do today. The 90s brought major artists such as MC Hammer, Vanilla
ice, and Black Street that still bless our eardrums today.
2000s
• In the 2000s artist like Brittany Spears, NSYNC, Beyonce and Ciara swept the nation with their hit
singles and rocking dance moves.
• Thinking back to the early 2000s, the signature dances that come to mind were throwbacks like
"crank that Soulja Boy," "the lean with it rocks with it," "teach me how to doggy," and shuffling.
• Dance will always have a major impact on history and the future. From the 1920s to the 2000s,
music will forever be a way people can express themselves from many different cultures.

Activity 9. QUIZ: Answer this quiz in the platform instructed by the teacher.

Activity 10. Dance Evolution Performance

1. PERFORM the evolution of dance from year 1920’s up to the PRESENT. The whole performance
should not exceed in 10 minutes
2. Label your performance by typing the year of the dance (PER DECADE: example: 1920’s, 1930’s,
1940’s…etc.)
3. Wear any DIY costumes or props to further enhance your presentation.
4. You may also find someone within your household to be your partner in the dance (optional).
5. Your performance must be uploaded in your Google or MS TEAMS OneDrive or YouTube. The
link to that video must be sent to the platform instructed by the teacher.

CRITERIA (50 points)

10 Knowledge of Choreography- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the choreography

with accuracy. The student is extremely prepared and knows
the routine.
10 Time and Rhythm - Shows a complete understanding of tempo and beat and stays
on rhythm throughout the dance.
10 Effort- Effort shows in close and appropriate matching of music,
costume and movements
20 Submission- The student can submit the tasks on time of the deadline.
WEEK 5

Hip-Hop (New Era)

TOPIC 10: A BRIEF HISTORY OF HIP-HOP DANCE

Dance is a form of creative expression that people have been practicing for many, many years. Dance
has been used as part of rituals, ecstasy, as well as for pure entertainment. Over time, people have
developed various forms and styles of dance, including ballet, tap, folk and swing dance, jazz, ballroom
dancing, etc. One of the more popular dance styles today is hip-hop dance. Hip-hop dance refers to a
style of dance that has emerged out of hip-hop culture and is usually danced to hip-hop or rap music.

Hip-hop began in the early 1970s when DJs and MCs began to experiment and produce music composed
of poetry over instrumental tracks or dubbed versions of music records. One of the very first DJs/MCs
was DJ Kool Herc, a native of Kingston, Jamaica who brought this form of music to Bronx, N.Y.

As hip-hop began to catch on, different artists began to develop their own style and “hip-hop dance”
emerged. Today, there are multiple types of hip-hop dance, but it all began with just three: popping,
locking, and breaking.

People began to form dance crews to show off their moves and to battle other crews. It was through
these battles and the collaboration of the three types of hip-hip dance, that new dance forms and
techniques were created and became an integral part of hip-hop culture.

Hip-hop dance allows people to express themselves without barriers though “freestyle” dance or
through more structured choreography, where dancers have the opportunity to practice style and
technique. After perfecting the fundamentals of hip-hop dance, dancers have an easier time learning
and creating new techniques, dance styles, and routines.
Footwork
Crisscross https://youtu.be/eg-3ybiL6UI
Heel Toe/ Happy Feet https://youtu.be/A-9RWQc4tzE
Shuffle https://youtu.be/yBZ0Y2t0ceo
Reject Steps https://youtu.be/fMEBZ59AQLk
Glide https://youtu.be/zeHvLLI-pYE
Hand Moves
Basic Tutting https://youtu.be/lrluSO-Qs0E
Body Wave https://youtu.be/8BRogKK6q-c
Whacking https://youtu.be/0qUj-OORN10
Body Isolation https://youtu.be/Xgsk7yvSiPg
Arm Wave https://youtu.be/K2FFULkmC-g
TOPIC 11: Hip Hop Styles
The style of hip hop is divided into 2 groups
A. Main styles / Old School
B. New School / Derivative Styles

A. Main styles / Old School

A.1. Breaking is also generally referred to breakdance. As a dance style that combines 3 main elements:
acrobatics, gymnastics, and rhythm. The break dance is one of the most popular styles of hip hop dance
that was developed as a body response to the beat box.

A.2. Locking
Locking is a type of dance very similar to popping. Its fast and exaggerated movements of hands and
arms stand out. The name of this style is based on the term 'lock' which means block.
This style of dance is characterized by its continuous blocks, elements of interpretation, mime, and
acrobatics. Example Video: https://youtu.be/rTVGcqzHPv8

A.3. Popping
Popping is a dance style that emerged in Fresno, California. It is characterized by its robotic elements
contracting the muscles of the body. It is very important to dance it with the right music to be able to
dance it and that the movements of the body adapt to it. It is generally danced with the musical genres
of funk, electro and house. Example Video: https://youtu.be/A5D0NYANG-g

New School / Derivative Styles

Krumping
Krumping is originally from California. It is characterized for being a free dance where the movements
are more abrupt and strong. It is generally represented in competitions. The music of this style is very
essential as it marks the rhythm and expression of the dancer.
If you like to dance with a lot of strength and expression, Krumping is for you!
Example Video: https://youtu.be/3C4wEZ6fEuU

New Style
Due to the evolution of hip hop in the 90s, its great success on stage and its new musical trends that
generated great interest from the press and television, was created the new style of dance qualified
New School called New Style (New York) and L.A Style (Los Angeles) or Streetdance. The New style is
characterized by the combination of elements of the main styles such as Jazz, Indian, African and any
other dance style. Improvisations and floor positions are left aside and choreographed and synchronized
sequences predominate.
Example Video: https://youtu.be/QYJ8mDH0uQI
Jazz- Funk
Jazz Funk combines elements of Hip Hop, Jazz and Whacking. It is a dance genre that allows you to
dance madly and fiercely. The choreographies of Jazz Funk have a highly syncopated musicality, involve
intricate movements and are danced with much femininity.
Example Video: https://youtu.be/fl5iZUKLDmc

Activity 11. Basic HipHop Dance Moves

Learn and execute ten (10) Basic Dance Moves in Hip-hop with your own choice of music.
Execute this within 16 counts per dance moves.
WRITE THE NAME OF THE DANCE MOVES (footwork or hand moves) THAT YOU PERFORMED IN YOUR
VIDEO
Record your moves and send the link through the submission platform.

CRITERIA 50 points

20 Execution - Dancers demonstrates clear, proper, and correct execution of movements

10 Presentation Dancer demonstrates a high level of concentration, energy, mastery and
confidence when executing the movements.
20 Timeliness Ability to submit on time.

Activity 12: QUIZ Answer this quiz in the platform instructed by the teacher.

WEEK 6

TOPIC 12: K-Pop Culture

What Is K-Pop?
Korean popular music, or K-pop, is a popular genre of music originating from South Korea. K-pop songs
contain many musical influences, such as hip-hop, electronic dance, jazz, and rock, performed by groups
featuring anywhere from four to 21 members. Aspiring K-pop stars undergo intense training together,
learning dance choreography and other skills until they are ready to perform live for the first time.

K-pop is one part of the “Korean Wave”—also called Hallyu, a term referring to the popularity of Korean
pop culture and Korean TV shows, music, and movies across Asia and other parts of the world.

TOPIC 13: A Brief History of Modern K-Pop

The origins of modern K-pop date back to 1987, a year of rampant political change that led to South
Korea’s democratization. In response to the increase of Western cultural influences during the late ’80s
and early ’90s, musical acts began merging elements of rap, rock, and jazz with the contemporary
sounds of Korean music. Here’s a look at the evolution of the music genre:
1. Seo Taiji and the Boys usher in modern K-pop. Modern K-pop emerged in the ’90s when Seo Taiji and
the Boys released their breakout track, “I Know,” which topped the Korean music charts for 17 weeks.
The band’s sound blended American New Jack Swing with contemporary pop, a sound that eclipsed the
slower ballads that were popular in the country at the time. The group cultivated a large following and
inspired a slew of bands with a similar sound, giving birth to Idol Culture, an umbrella term for the
fandom that follows popular musical acts (also known as Idols) in Japan and Korea.

2. Late ’90s K-pop boom. After the success of Seo Taiji and the Boys, entertainment agencies began
recruiting more young performers for intensive idol training to fill the demand for new talent. This
training model was an offshoot of a similar business model used in J-pop, or Japanese pop, leading to
the creation of bands like H.O.T., Baby Vox, Fin.K.L, g.o.d., and Sechs Kies.

3. K-pop goes international. In the 2000s, K-pop continued to grow with bands like Big Bang, who
debuted in 2006, receiving waves of critical acclaim. Over the last decade, K-pop became more popular
with mainstream Western audiences, largely due to the massive success of BTS (short for Bangtan Boys),
a popular boy band that formed in 2010. In 2017, the group was the first in the genre to perform at the
American Music Awards, an achievement that introduced them to millions of Western viewers. The
group has continued to chart internationally, breaking records, selling out tours, and releasing their first
English-language single, “Dynamite,” which topped the Billboard charts upon its release in 2020.

TOPIC 14: What Are the Characteristics of K-Pop?

While K-pop is sometimes used as an umbrella term for all popular music from South Korea, there are
more specific characteristics to true K-pop music, such as:

1. Large groups: K-pop groups usually have between four and seven idols per act, but some groups skew
much larger, like NCT (short for Neo Culture Technology), which has a whopping 23 members. K-pop
groups typically have a higher number of members to ensure that K-pop fans have a variety of idols to
choose from.

2. Hybrid sound: Modern K-pop music often blends traditional Korean musical elements with Western
influence like jazz, soul, hip hop, and funk.

3. Unique style: K-pop idols are known for their colorful and stylish clothing, with styles ranging from
street clothing to elegant wear and sleek black-and-white ensembles to themed outfits. Many K-pop
groups are fashion influencers, driving some of the current styles and trends for younger generations.

4. Systematic training: Entertainment agencies select aspiring pop idols for intensive live-in training
programs. They receive media training, learn choreography, work with vocal coaches, and practice live
performing, which is sometimes recorded and uploaded to tease new talent. The agencies observe the
aspiring singers and then place them into groups based on their unique personalities, voices, and
performance skills. The trainees can be in the program for years, honing their skills as they wait to be
placed in a group.

5. Extensive choreography: Dance routines are a significant part of every K-pop group, which thousands
of fans learn and upload online to pay tribute to their idols. Choreographers work with the groups to
create a unique routine that complements each song.

TOPIC 15: What Does K-Pop Sound Like?

K-pop is a musical genre that utilizes many different sounds and influences. The music features catchy
beats, hooks, rapping, and instrumentals for dance breaks. The lyrics are often in Korean, though groups
like Blackpink and BTS have a slew of songs that feature English and Korean lyrics. Different groups
release various types of music: Some are known for their upbeat, bubblegum melodies, while others are
known for their jazzy ballads or heavy hip-hop influences. Some groups will have a hybrid of many types
of music at once, and others will change their sound with every album.

TOPIC 16: 10 Popular K-Pop Artists

Many K-pop groups found success both within and outside the Korean music industry, amassing large
fan bases worldwide. Below is a list of some popular K-pop groups throughout the years:

1. Blackpink: Formed by YG Entertainment, the four-member K-pop group blends hip-hop, trap, and
electronic dance music (EDM) sounds with a trendy, hip-hop inspired look. Their sounds, styling, and
lyrics, reflect the group’s signature light and dark themes, like the colors in their name. The group
debuted in 2016 and has since become the highest-ranking K-pop girl group on the Billboard Hot 100
chart.

2. BTS: This seven-member K-pop band hit the music scene in 2013 and has since achieved worldwide
success. Though they took a while to find their footing, the boys’ pivot to emotional and personal lyrics
strengthened their connection with younger audiences. Their worldwide success took off after a 2017
performance at the American Music Awards, leading to their popularity across the United States.

3. Exo: This nine-member South Korean Chinese boy band integrates pop, hip-hop, and house music into
their catchy melodies. At the end of 2014, they became Japan’s highest-selling artist of the year and
achieved global success by 2017.

4. Girls’ Generation: Also known as SNSD, this Korean pop group was formed by SM Entertainment in
2002 and features eight members. Though their sound has varied over the years, it is often described as
electropop meets bubblegum pop.
5. Psy: Psy is a popular Korean singer and rapper who broke records following the music video’s
popularity for his single “Gangnam Style” back in 2013. His lyrics and performances often feature humor
and satire.

6. Red Velvet: This five-member girl group features a hybrid sound of jazz and R&B mixed with hip-hop
and electronic sounds. In 2020, the prolific girl group’s animated likeness was featured in Trolls World
Tour, along with their song, “Russian Roulette.”

7. Seo Taiji and Boys: Active in the early 1990s until 1996, this group only had three members and
focused on experimental Western melodies to fuel their sound. They are often considered some of the
earliest pioneers in bringing together the hybrid sound of modern K-pop.

8. SHINee: This all-boy group originated in Seoul, South Korea, and is mostly known for their
contemporary R&B sound and dance routines, although they also incorporate experimental musical
styles in many albums.

9. Super Junior: Debuting in 2005, Super Junior was founded in Seoul. Their sound often changes
between albums, sometimes featuring more of a pop sound, and other times experimenting with
percussion and electronic sounds.
10. Wonder Girls: Formed by JYP Entertainment, this all-female group was active between 2007 and
2017, and replaced several members during their run. Their music had a more retro style, featuring
melodies and sounds from the 1960s to the 1980s

Activity 13: QUIZ Answer this quiz in the platform instructed by the teacher.

Activity 14: K-Pop Dance

1. PERFORM an example of a K- Pop dance routine. The whole performance should not exceed in 3
minutes
2. Wear any DIY costumes or props to further enhance your presentation.
3. You may also find someone within your household to be your partner in the dance (optional).
4. Your performance must be uploaded in your Google or MS TEAMS OneDrive or YouTube. The
link to that video must be sent to the platform instructed by the teacher.

CRITERIA (50 points)

10 Knowledge of Choreography- Demonstrates excellent knowledge of the choreography
with accuracy. The student is extremely prepared and knows
the routine.
10 Time and Rhythm - Shows a complete understanding of tempo and beat and stays
on rhythm throughout the dance.
10 Effort- Effort shows in close and appropriate matching of music,
costume and movements
20 Submission- The student can submit the tasks on time of the deadline.
TOPIC 17: Dancehall Dance
Basic Dancehall Moves: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhQcmfRRA8w

Dancehall is one of the many forms of freestyle that grew out of the African diasporas. It's heavily
influenced by its African roots, and Jamaican dancers have cultivated the art form to become a style of
choreographed dance

The name "dancehall" originated from the dance halls of Jamaica, where people would come together
to dance. Though the style increased in popularity during the 1970s and '80s, dance halls existed long
before then. It's a style that's full of culture.

Dancehall music is derived from reggae and ska, which might be more familiar to mainstream North
American listeners. But that doesn't mean dancehall is new. Dancehall was around long before artists
like Rihanna, Sean Paul and Beyoncé used elements from the style.

Most people will dance these styles or one of the classic styles from a previous dancehall era, such as
bubbling. Bubbling is a generic style of dancehall dance. It consists of pelvic circling, which is close to,
but distinct from, soca dancing known as “wining”, which is an up-tempo dance style whose essence is
pneumatic pelvic rotation.

Many dances, such has bubbling and the butterfly, emphasize pelvic isolation and the ability to
articulate precise movements of the hips in time with the rhythm. Bubbling is usually done by women
dancers or by men or woman who are partner in dancing. Men who dance alone tend to perform more
upright.

Activity 15. Full Dance Performance

➢ Perform a full dance choreography with a minimum of 2 minutes and maximum of 3 minutes. (IT
SHOULD NOT BE A COLLECTION OF TIKTOK DANCES)
➢ You may choose from Hip-hop, Dancehall or K-Pop dances. (The dance routine should be different
from the routine you use in your previous activities)
➢ Wear a DIY costume for your final dance. (Consider the decent attire please: REVEALING CLOTHES
IS NOT ALLOWED)
➢ Music must be clear, and video must show a full body view.
➢ The link of your final dance must be sent to the platform instructed by the teacher.

CRITERIA (100points)
20 Choreography and Mastery of the dance
15 Timing and Rhythm
15 Music and Video Quality
10 Costume/Props
40 Timeliness

ACTIVITY 16: FINAL EXAM Answer this exam in the platform instructed by the teacher.
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