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Physical Education and Health 3 (Q2) Robert T. Rafols Jr.
Physical Education and Health 3
(Q2)
Robert T. Rafols Jr.
Table of Contents
Module 5: Philippine Folkdance
Introduction 37 Learning Objectives 37 Lesson 1. Traditional Dances 37 Assessment Task 46 Summary 47
References 47 Module 6: Hip-Hop Introduction 49
Learning Objectives 49 Lesson 1. Brief History and Types of Hip-hop Dance 49 Lesson 2. Health Optimizing Benefits of Hip Hop 51 Assessment Task 54
Summary 55 References 55 Module 7. Festival Dance
Introduction 56 Learning Objectives 56 Lesson 1. Philippine Festival 56 Lesson 2. Famous Philippine Festival 58 Assessment Task 65
Summary 67 References 67
Module 8. Cheer Dance Introduction 70 Learning Objectives 70 Lesson 1. Health Benefits of Cheer Dancing 70 Lesson 2. Basic Cheer Motion 72
Assessment Task 74 Summary 75 References 75
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MODULE 5
Traditional Dance
Introduction
Folk arts such as folk music and dance incorporate foundational values of significant value
to our culture and nation. There is no better way to share time together as families and friends
other than establishing values and traditions to strengthen connections more. As the new people
of generation, it is our job is to retain the joyful tempo that we have inherited from our ancestors
and to pass them on to next generation (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d). It is very important to
see present musical artists perform using the instruments they have created or to play vibrant
melodies from their grandfather's fiddle. In this module, preserving history and tradition will be
discussed.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
1. introduce the importance and value of Philippine folkdance;
2. explain the literature of Philippine Folkdance (Luzon, Visayas and
Mindanao Folk Dance); and
3. appreciate the Philippine Folk Dance.
Lesson 1. Importance of Philippine Folkdance
In keeping cultures alive, folk dances play a big part. People have been doing folk dances
for hundreds of years as there is value in keeping that tradition alive. In the Philippines, folk
dances are important because they preserve the culture by passing it on to the next generation.
They are a uniting force to the Philippine people (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d). Philippine folk
dance helps keep the people connected to their ancestry and their traditions. It helps to preserve
the cultural unity of the people.
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Way to preserve Folk dance (Subhekshya, 2019):
Program of cultural awareness should be organized.
Everyone should participate in the cultural ceremonies with pride.
Religion and culture should not be changed easily.
Person who perform folk dance should be encouraged the audience.
Young generation must be positive towards our folk dance.
Social discrimination should be eradicate.
A. Philippine Folk Dances from Luzon
Figure 5.1 Banga
Source: (Larsen, 2020)
1. Banga
The Banga or pot dance is a contemporary performance of Kalinga of the Mountain
Province in the Philippines (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d.). This dance portrays the
languid grace of their tribe otherwise known as fierce warriors.
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Figure 5.2 Maglalatik
Source: (cpuojt, 2016)
2. Maglalatik
Maglalatik was originally performed in Biñan, Laguna as a mock-war dance that
portrays a fight between the Moros and the Christians over the prized latik or coconut meat
during the Spanish rule. This dance is also shown to pay tribute to the town’s patron
saint—San Isidro Labrador (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d).
igure 5.3 Pangdanggo sa ilaw
Source: (Pinterest, n.d.)
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3. Pandanggo sa Ilaw The word pandanggo came from the Spanish dance fandango. It
is characterized with lively steps and clapping while following a varying ¾ beat.
Pandanggo requires excellent balancing skill to maintain the stability of three tinggoy or
oil lamps that are placed on the head and at the back of each hand (List of Philippine
Folkdance, n.d). This famous dance of grace and balance originated from Lubang Island,
Mindoro.
Figure 5.4 Balse
Source: (Matorio, 2010)
4. Balse
Balse was a popular dance in Marikina, Rizal during the Spanish times. Balse (Valse
in Spanish) means waltz. This dance was performed after the Lutrina (a religious
procession) and the music that accompanied the dance was played by the group of
musicians called Musikong Bungbong who uses instruments made of bamboo
(ListofPhilippineFolkdance, n.d.).
Figure 5.5 Jotabal
Source: (iamwhiteflower, 2012)
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5. Jotabal
It is derived from the words Jota and Valse. Jota is a popular dance introduced in the
Philippines by the Spaniards. Valse means waltz, a step or a dance in 3/4 time
(ListofPhilippineFolkdance, n.d.). This lively festival dance originated in Camohaguin
Gumaca, Quezon (formerly Tayabas).
B. Philippine Folk Dances from Visayas
Figure 5.6 Tinikling
Source: (Pinterest, n.d.)
1. Tinikling
Tinikling means bamboo dance in English. The dance imitates the movement of
the tikling birds as they walk between grass stems, run over tree branches, or dodge
bamboo traps set by rice farmers (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d.). Dancers imitate the
tikling bird's legendary grace and speed by skilfully manoeuvring between large bamboo
poles.
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Figure 5.7 Sayaw ng Kuratsa
Source: (Dance and dance, n.d.)
2. Kuratsa
The Kuratsa is highly favored by the Waray people of the Eastern Visayan region
in the Philippines. Strictly speaking, The Kuratsa must be done in the way as amenudo
being done; that is, only one couple dances it at a time (ListofPhilippineFolkdance, n.d.).
The Kuratsa is very different in the manner of execution to the Mexican counterpart.
Figure 5.8 Mazurka
Source: (omengdiegs, 2014)
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3. Mazurka Boholana
Mazurka Boholana is a Spanish-inspired ballroom dance from the Bohol province
of the Philippines. The mazurka is the polish national dance, it was widely popular
throughout Europe in the 19th century and even in colonized lands overseas (List of
Philippine Folkdance, n.d.).
Figure 5.9 Escotis
Source: (Codydark1, 2011)
4. Escotis
“Escotis is a Philippine folk dance which originated from the provinces of Aklan
and Capiz in Panay Island. It must have been derived from the foreign "Schottische" or
"Scottish". According to Philippine Folk dance site (n.d.), it is performed in any social
gatherings anywhere in the mountains of Capiz especially in the barrios of Tinpas and
Panitan.
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C. Philippine Folk Dances from Mindanao
Figure 5.10 Itik-itik dance
Source: (Pinterest, n.d.)
1. Itik-Itik
The Itik-Itik is a dance from Surigao Del Norte such that the movements of a duck
are imitated. An itik is a species of duck (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d.).
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Figure 5.11 Singkil
Source: (Rocha, 2016)
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2. Singkil
The Maranao dance called Singkil is in the repertory of all Filipino dance troupes.
In 1958, the Bayanihan Dance troupe started with a simple version and has since
developed it into a theatrical and stylized spectacle to the point of it becoming the troupe's
signature piece (List of Philippine Folkdance, n.d.). In a research from Pablo (2013),
Chimes and bronze gongs herald the entrance of the Muslim princess, resplendent in
dazzling gold, sapphire, and other jewel tones. Her entourage of ladies-in-waiting precede
her with scarves, fans and decorative umbrellas, flourishing their measured movements.
The princess’s manservants carry her in a litter or sedan chair (depending on the capability
and resources of the dance company) in a solemn procession. A suitor courting the
Princess dances opposite her bearing a kris and shield, the pace of the bamboo poles
between which closures they skillfully navigate quickens pace. Her main lady attendant –
some scholars list her role as ‘slave’ – dutifully follows her mistress. The musicians on the
kulintang, or brass gong, match tempo of the bamboo clappers. The kulintang musical
ensemble is related to the brass gong instrumentation of Indonesia called gamelan. These
instruments are forged and tuned to each other, they cannot be separated or mixed with
other ensembles.
Figure 5.12 Sayaw ng Kandingan
Source: (Potchiepuff, 2007)
3. Kandingan
This is performed at Tausog weddings in Jolo, Sulu. The Kandingan consists of
figures and steps based on classical and traditional Indian dance forms (List of Philippine
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Folkdance, n.d.). Dancers perform with slightly bent knees turned outward, fingers held
stiffly together with the thumb outward and apart
Assessment Task
Instruction: Create a Slogan poster about cultural diversity.
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Summary
Strengthening and preserving these values, beliefs, and traditions can pose a great
challenge especially today when culture has become vulnerable because of globalization.
Folk dances are important because they preserve the Philippine culture and pass it on to
the next generation. They are a uniting force to the Philippine people.
Most dances begin and end with “saludo”.
Simple basic rhythm dominates the folk dance and establishes the pattern of movement.
References
Angelamatorio, (2010). Balse marikina [Online Photograph].
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3J839yJvooI
Dance and dance. (n.d.). Kuratsa [Online image]. Retrieved from
https://www.danceanddance.com/241/Dance_styles_review.php
Codydark1, (2011). Escotis- Baluarte Elementary School [Online image]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqyhyWzmhu0
Cpuojt, & Tagalog Philippines Travel Site. (2016). Philippine Folk dance- Maglalatik
[Online image]. Retrieved from https://tagalog.philippinestravelsite.com/philippine-folk-
dance-ang-maglalatik/
Iamwhiteflower. (2012). 2012 Jotabal Dance [Online image]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R6875HoNerI
Omengdiegs, (2014). Mazurka Boholana by FILAN @ Cultural Celebrations & Variety
Show [Online image]. Retrieved from
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jDfGWdZWa1M
Larsen. (2020). Banga [Photograph]. Retrieved from
http://www.seasite.niu.edu/tagalog/cynthia/dances/bangaentry.htm
List of popular Philippine Folk Dances from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao. (n.d.)., from
https://sites.google.com/site/philippinefolkdancevol1/list-of-popular-philippine-folk-
dances-from-luzon-visayas-and-mindanao
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Pablo, S. (2013, July). Roots of the Singkil,
https://sarahlynnpablo.wordpress.com/2013/08/09/roots-of-the-singkil-a-traditional-
filipino-muslim-dance/
Potchiepuff, (2007). SPUP DANZE TROUPE - kandingan. Retrieved August 7, 2020,
from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cPNwGpbA-BY
Pinterest. (n.d.). Itik-itik - Philippines folk dances from Mindanao [Image]. Retrieved from
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/441141725973446732/
Pinterest. (n.d.) Tinikling [Photograph]. Retrieved from -
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/224476362650360743/
Pinterest.com. (n.d.). Pandanggo sa ilaw [Photograph]. Retrieved from
https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/314055773985056241/
Rocha, M. J. (2016). PASACAT showcases Philippine arts and culture [image].
Retrieved from https://www.sun-sentinel.com/sd-et-radar-pasacat-20160930-story.html
Subhekshya. (2019, September 9). What should be done to preserve folk dances?, from
https://www.quora.com/What-should-be-done-to-preserve-folk-dances
Value and Importance of Philippine Folk dance. (n.d, from
https://sites.google.com/site/philippinefolkdancevol1/importance
Youtube, & codydark1. (2011). Escotis- Baluarte Elementary School [Image]. Retrieved
from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqyhyWzmhu0
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MODULE 6
Hip-hop
Introduction
Hip-hop is a dance style that is accompanied with a hip-hop music that evolved from the
hip-hop culture. The first dance associated with hip-hop was break dancing. In a research from
Bedinghaus (2019), hip-hop dance steps require skill and experience to be perfectly executed.
Hip-hop dancers practice a lot in order to master basic steps and movements that appear simple
when performed. Dancers with a good sense of rhythm find it easier to learn hip-hop steps.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
1. expound on the brief history of Hip-hop;
2. identify the basic types of hip-hop steps; and
3. explain the health optimizing benefits of Hip-hop dance.
Lesson 1. Hip-hop dance/Street Dance
Early History of Hip-Hop Dance
Hip-hop dancing officially began in New York City during the late 1960s and early 70s.
During this time, people without professional dance training but with a natural instinct for
movement brought dancing to the streets. Hip hop moves were inspired by complex rhythms and
the down-to-earth movement style of African dancing. Music and movement came together to
form a new art. While vestiges of modern, tap, swing, and African dancing can all be found in hip
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hop, this dance style is really in a class of its own when it comes to improvisation and an edge of
competition (Crawford, n.d.).
Types of Hip-hop and Street Dance
Break dancing
This type of dance has no structure and mostly about improvisations of the
movement. It is usually performed in top or up and more floor-oriented type of dancing
(Bedinghaus, 2019). Dancers perform acrobatics such as spinning, flaring, handstands,
flipping and floating.
Lyrical Hip-hop
This type of dance is described as a slow hip-hop in which the choreography
depends on the lyrics of the music. It can be done alone or with a partner while using the
soft-beat songs dancing (Bedinghaus, 2019). It is similar to modern, contemporary
movements only it focuses more on dynamic.
Popping
It consists of quickly contracting and relaxing of muscle that causes your body to
vibrate or bouncing effect dancing (Bedinghaus, 2019).
Locking
It involves a series of quick movements, each followed by "locking" into another
position, and then holding the last position for a few seconds. The hips and legs usually
remain in a relaxed position while movements of the arms and hands are more distinct
and exact. Movements are big and coordinated closely with the beats of the music dancing
(Bedinghaus, 2019). Locking has a bit of a comedic flair and is usually performed to funk
or soul music. Dancers who perform locking movements are called "lockers."
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Boogaloo
This Is a very loose movement, mostly using the hips and legs. Boogaloo seems
to give the illusion that the dancer has no bones while dancing (Bedinghaus, 2019). This
style is closely related to popping, with dancers involved in rolling the hips, knees, legs,
and head.
Lesson 2. Benefits of Hip-hop dancing
Exercise Method
Hip-hop dance is a fun and effective way to burn calories and get your heart pumping.
This high-impact cardio workout engages the entire body and helps you build muscle tone. If you
incorporate hip hop dance into your exercise routine, you may experience an increase in your
energy level and an improvement in your overall physical fitness. Hip-hop dance is a great cardio
workout. Dancing on a regular basis can help you strengthen your heart muscles, improve your
lung function, and boost your energy level (Fitday, n.d.).The following exercise can be beneficial
to improve hip-hop skills.
Agility. It is the essential to hip-hop dancing which helps the dancer quickly shift weight,
direction and places to another.”
Cardiovascular. Dancing Hip-hop is a moderate workout wherein a lot of energy is required
to maintain movements. Improved cardiovascular endurance allows dancer to execute the
steps, explosive and dynamic movements without easily perceiving fatigue.”
Flexibility. Flexible joints enables the dancer to move in a wide range of motion which can
be an additional effect in enhancing certain movements in dancing.
Balance. Body balance is necessary in dancing due to shifting movements that dancing
requires.”
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Strength exercise. It helps the muscle to move dynamically during dancing.”
Health optimizing benefits of Hip-hop
“Hip-hop dance is a full body work out. It has both aerobic and anaerobic health benefits.
The typical class is 60 minutes of moderate to high intensity movement. Raising your heart rate
protects your cardiovascular health. Hip-hop dance moves can also strengthen the muscles in
your arms, legs, and core which also improves bone and joint health. Exercise relieves stress
while music can decrease anxiety and depression. Therefore, in combination, music and exercise
can benefit your mental health immensely. Additionally, when moving to the beat in a hip-hop
dance class, you are strengthening your muscle memory. This helps you be more in tune with
your body and fluid in your movement throughout the day (The Dance Refinery, 2017).”
Aerobic Benefits of Hip Hop Dance
“Any exercise that gets your heart rate up and causes your body to require additional
oxygen has aerobic benefits. Hip hop dance is especially good for you aerobically because most
hip hop dance classes require you to stay moving and active for up to an hour. During that entire
time, your body is taking in oxygen, transporting it to your muscles, and helping you to burn fat in
the process. As a result of this, hip hop dance can be very good for your health. It can help you
lose weight, lower your blood pressure, reduce your stress and even give you a boost of energy.
To maximize the aerobic benefits, you should try doing hip hop dance two to three times every
week and couple it with a healthy diet and plenty of rest (Fit day, n.d.). This ensures that you
receive the benefits from doing the aerobic portion of hip hop dance.”
Anaerobic Benefits of Hip Hop Dance
“While hip hop dance can get great for you aerobically, it can also work anaerobically to
help you strengthen your muscles, too. Every time you complete a step during hip hop dance,
your body is working aerobically. But when you push yourself harder by learning more complex
routines and working your muscles beyond a normal workout, you can also work them
anaerobically. By doing this, you can help tone your muscles, build up strength in your muscles
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and even give your joints more flexibility and elasticity. But again, in order to get these anaerobic
benefits, you need to learn how to push yourself during a hip hop class. First, make sure you're
doing everything right and can keep up with the proper movements. Over time, you'll be able to
do them more easily, so you will be able to use hip hop dance to your advantage (Fit day, n.d.).”
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Assessment Task
Instructions: Answer the following questions. Write your explanation on the space provided.
1. What type of hip-hop dance suits to your personality?
2. What is your opinion about the numerous types of hip-hop is in today’s society that
focus on consumerism, violence and vulgar language? Explain and give helpful
recommendation.
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Summary
Hip-hop dance increased flexibility
Hip-hop dance increased coordination
Hip-hop dance development of muscle
Hip-hop dance builds self-confidence and make new friends
References
Bedinghaus, T. (2019, May 5). A Few Things You Should Know About Hip-Hop Dancing.
Retrieved, https://www.liveabout.com/hip-hop-dance-
1007434#:~:text=Hip%2Dhop%20is%20a%20dance,moves%20are%20performed%20st
anding%20up.
Bedinghaus, T. (2019, May 5). Five Basic Elements of Hip Hop.,
https://www.liveabout.com/elements-of-hip-hop-
1007133#:~:text=The%20hips%20and%20legs%20usually,are%20more%20distinct%20
and%20exact.&text=Dancers%20who%20perform%20locking%20movements%20are%
20called%20%22lockers.%22
Crawford, B. (n.d.). Early History of Hip Hop Dance,
https://dance.lovetoknow.com/History_of_Hip_Hop_Dance.
Fit day. (n.d.). The Aerobic and Anaerobic Benefits of Hip Hop Dance.,
https://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/feeling-nauseous-these-tips-may-help-
alleviate-the-symptoms.html
Fit day. (n.d.). Understanding Hip Hop Dance for Fitness. https://www.fitday.com/fitness-
articles/fitness/exercises/understanding-hip-hop-dance-for-fitness.html
The Dance Refinery. (2017, April 7). The Benefits of Enrolling Yourself in a hip-hop Dance
Class., https://www.thedancerefinery.com/the-benefits-of-enrolling-yourself-in-a-hip-hop-
dance-class.
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MODULE 7
Festival Dance
Introduction
Festival dances are societal dances executed to the powerful and lively beats of
percussion instruments by a region of people having the same culture. It is usually done in honour
of a thanksgiving or Patron saint for a plentiful harvest. Festival dances may be religious or
profane in nature. Nevertheless, the best thing about festivals is that they contribute to the merry-
making and festivities of a location where they are celebrated, the cause why they are called
festival dances after all (Bernasol, 2018). Festival dances draw the people’s way of life by
movements, costumes and implements inherent to their place of origin.
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
1. introduce the different festival in the Philippines;
2. identify the different festival of Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao and its origin; and
3. appreciate the festival of the Philippines.
Lesson 1. Festival Dance
Basically, Filipinos carry out festivals to celebrate union amidst diverseness of cultures.
The merit of industry and hard work that brings about abundant yield is also one of the basis of
the celebration. Festivals have been a constant crowd-drawing activity which in a way to raise the
economy of one’s place due to entertainment value and tourism. Whatever festival we considered,
be it in honour of a religious culture, tradition, icon, beliefs, or industry, festival dances illuminating
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the unity of the Filipinos that surrounded by the economic, social, environmental, cultural and
political challenges remain buoyant (Batian, 2019).
In a study conducted by Tim (2013), the reasons why festivals need to be celebrated are as
follows;
1. Festival allows to connect with new kindred spirits or experience collective effervesces
with close friends.
Being with other people or new circle of friends who share common interest is
better than going online the whole day and searching for someone. Festivals bring out
the best and sometimes, the worst in people. Some festivals are inherently magical
meeting new sets of friends and interesting locals at every turn.
2. Festival boost your self-esteem.
Festival are lively competitions that one can enthusiastically observe and enjoy
from watching from the sidewalk. But when one shift from passive spectator to active
participants like “Elejer or Sayaw sa Obando” this is the best transformation.
3. Festivals redefine a vacation.
When someone need to relax due to work, it has been ritualized into taking
vacations that lack of discovery. Breaks or Leave from daily routine must be
transformational. Many are retiring from the word “occupation” for work and “vacation
for play”. Most Filipinos see their happiness and victories in the context of group
experience and not just going out for a vacation.
4. Festivals are good for an integrated nation and its unity.
Every municipal of every province they set a goals and objectives to have an
successful events basically under the success there is a lot of people working and
helping each other therefore there is an leadership and unity behind the every
achievement of one’s society.
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5. Festival reminds us our cultural value.
Festivals is one of the treasure of one’s country that’s why we need to appreciate
and give respect to every culture exists in one’s region.
Lesson 2. Famous Festival in the Philippines
A. Selected Festival of Luzon
Figure 7.1 Pahiyas Festival
Source: (The Culture Trip, 2018)
Pahiyas Festival is a colorful harvest feast celebrated every 15th day of May by the people
of Lucban, Quezon in honor of San Isidro Labrador. It is the farmer's thanksgiving for a bountiful
harvest with a grand display of colorful rice wafers, fruits, vegetables and handicrafts adorning
every house in the town. The highlight of the Pahiyas Festival comes after the town’s procession
where the spirited tradition of ‘Kalas’ takes place. The term literally means to romp away the
harvests and decorations from the houses as a symbol of joy and merriment (Valdeavilla, 2018).
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Figure 7.2 Higantes Festival
Source: (The Mixed Culture, 2013)
Higantes Festival, also known as the Feast of San Clemente, is celebrated every 23rd
day of November in the town of Angono, Rizal. This is the major festival in honor of San Clemente,
the patron saint of fisherman. Based on Angono folklore, the ‘higante’ was used as symbol of
agrarian protest during the waning years of the Spanish colonization when Angono was a
hacienda (large tract of lands) (Imelda, n.d.).
Figure 7.3 Panagbenga Festival
Source: (Woovly & Ali, 2020)
“Panagbenga Festival is an annual festival celebrated every February which takes place
in Baguio City, Philippines. The term "Panagbenga" came from the word “Kankanaey” which
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means "season of blooming". This festival reflects the history, traditions and values of Baguio
and the Cordilleras. It lasts a month long and it flourishes through community spirit involvement
(Taboada, 2018).”
Figure 7.4 Bangus Festival
Source: (Hello Travel, n.d.)
“Bangus Festival, is one of Philippines' most elaborate celebrations. Popular for its
unique cultural fusions, this is a popular tourist’s attraction. The festival is held in the beautiful
city of Dagupan (List of popular Philippine Folk Dances from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao,
n.d.).”
B. Selected Festivals of Visayas
Figure 7.5 Sinulog Festival
Source: (Vigattin Tourism Administrator, 2015)
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“The Sinulog Festival is one of the grandest, most distinguished, and most colorful
festivals in the Philippines. The major festival is held each year on the third Sunday of January
in Cebu City to honor the Santo Nino, or the child Jesus, who used to be the patron saint of the
whole province of Cebu. It is fundamentally a dance ritual which remembers the Filipino
people's pagan past and their recognition of Christianity (List of popular Philippine Folk Dances
from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, n.d.)
Figure 7.6 Masskara Festival
Source: (Jojie, 2017)
“The Masskara Festival, is a festival held each year in Bacolod, Philippines. It is held
every weekend of October or on the closest weekend to October 19 (List of popular Philippine
Folk Dances from Luzon, Visayas and Mindanao, n.d.)
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Figure 7.7. Dinagyang Festival
Source: (Dacumos , 2012)
“Dinagyang Festival, is an annual event where the whole town rejoices and shouts their
pride of being an Ilonggo. It is a wonderful way of looking back to the past. It is not just a
celebration but it is a religious evangelization (Batungbakal, 2011)
Figure 7.8 Ati-atihan
Source: (Rappler, 2018)
“The Ati-Atihan Festival is a feast held annually in January giving honor to Santo Niño
concluding on the third Sunday, in the island and town of Kalibo, Aklan in the Philippines
(Peterson, n.d.).
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C. Selected Festival of Mindanao
Figure 7.9 Tuna Festival
Source: (Hellotravel, n.d.)
“Tuna Festival is an incredible part of General Santos City. The city's other moniker is
Philippines' "Tuna Capital" due to the abundance of tuna fish in the city, (Timbrook, 2020).”
Figure 7.10 Lanzones Festival
Source: (Rappler, 2019)
“Lanzones Festival is an annual thanksgiving celebration for Camiguin Island's bountiful
harvest. The town of Mambajao holds the feast during the third week of October in time for the
season of the tropical fruit Lanzones (Waebi, 2016).
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Figure 5.11. Kadayawan Festival
Source: (Arado, 2018)
“The Kadayawan Festival is festival in the city of Davao in the Philippines. Its name is
derived from the friendly greeting "Madayaw" from the Dabawenyo word "dayaw" which means
good, valuable, superior or beautiful (Reyes, 2014).
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Assessment Task
Instructions: Answer the following questions. Write your explanation on the space
provided.
1. What values do festivals teach us?
2. How can we preserve traditional culture?
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Assessment Task
Instruction: Create/Draw a Logo about Philippine Festivals and Pandemic
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Summary
Results showed that the community respondents strongly agreed that festival helps in
the preservation of local culture and traditions.
Festivals can help recreate the image of the town to get on the tourism map where it
helps the tourism industry of the specific area.
Festivals gives the local population an opportunity to exchange information and
experience, share culture, and help tourists to see how inhabitants of a locality celebrate
their holidays and follow traditions and customs.
References
Arado, (2018). Colors of Kadayawan. Retrieved August 6, 2020, from
https://www.sunstar.com.ph/article/1758911/Davao/Feature/Colors-of-Kadayawan
Batian, K. G. (2019, February 20). Nature and origin of festival dances. Retrieved
September 22, 2020, from https://www.slideshare.net/KennyAnnGraceBatianc/nature-
and-origin-of-festival-dances
Batungbakal, R. (2011). Dinagyang Festival. Retrieved September 27, 2020, from
http://rickybatungbakal.blogspot.com/2011/05/dinagyang-festival.html
Bernasol, J. (2018, January 23). Festival dances. Retrieved September 22, 2020, from
https://www.slideshare.net/JoanaBernasol/festival-dances-86582920
Dacumos, J., & vigattintourism. (2012). The Revelry of the Dinagyang Festival of Iloilo
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MODULE 8
Cheer Dance
Introduction
“Cheer dance is coined from the words cheer and dance. Cheer is to shout out words or
phrases that may motivate the playing team and perform awesome during their game. Dance is
a physical activity where you can show your emotions while executing bodily movement usually
in time with rhythm. Cheerleading is a hobby in which the participants (called "cheerleaders")
cheer for their team as a form of motivation. It can scope from chanting slogans to vigorous
physical workout. It can be performed to give motivate sports teams, to entertain the audience, or
for competition (Balbido, 2018). Competitive drill typically spans anywhere from one to four
minutes, and it contains elements of tumbling, dance, jumps, cheers, and stunting).”
Learning Objectives
At the end of this module, students should be able to:
1. define the Cheer dancing;
2. identify and explain the health benefits of cheerdance; and
3. recognize the common basic dance steps of Cheerdancing.
Lesson 1. Cheer Dance
“Cheer dancing is embedded from cheerleading. It originated from the United States of
America. Often, people get confused between cheerleading and cheer dancing. The key
difference between the two is that cheerleading has its foundation or in Gymnastics while cheer
dance has its foundation lies in the choreography and principles of ballet (Zeuche, 2009). This
kind of dancing challenges the flexibility, endurance and strength of a dancer.
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Health Benefits of Cheerdancing (Hunt, n.d.):
1. Physical Endurance
“Cheerleading is a cardio workout. This type of dance can improve your tumbling and
jumping skills and stunts which help to boost your stamina.”
2. Strength Training
“Cheerleading is a whole-body workout. It builds your strength by attending training
weekly, particularly in your lower body, core and shoulders.”
3. Flexibility
“Stretching exercises will develop your flexibility, increasing your range of movement.
This will help improve your high kicks, jumps and tumbles within the sequences.”
4. Coordination
“Coordination is a key element of cheerleading. It improves your ability to execute the
dance steps with them in time with your teammates.”
5. Leadership skills
“Executing the choreography as part of a team is essential for cheerleading in order to
complete sequences and to support the different stunts and tumbles. It improves your
leadership skills by building confidence to speak up for the good of the team.”
6. Positive Mood
“It lets out those happy hormones. Exercise brought by cheer dancing releases
endorphins which will boost your mood.”
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Lesson 2. Basic Cheer Motion
Figure 6.1 Cheer Motion
Source: (Official Spirit Book, 2008)
Figure 6.2. Cheer Motion
Source: (Official Spirit Book, 2008)
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Figure 6.3. Cheer Motion
Source: (Official Spirit Book, 2008)
Figure 6.4 Cheer Motion
Source: (Official Spirit Book, 2008)
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Assessment Task
Instructions: Answer the following questions. Write your explanation on the space
provided.
1. How does cheer dancing enhance one’s life?
2. Why is Cheer dancing important in sport?
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Summary
Cheerleading offers you more than physical health benefits. Sports can help teach kids
critical life skills, like teamwork, discipline, and communication.
Leadership Benefits from cheerleading provides opportunities for determined kids to
understand management abilities
Cheerleading is a sport that demands a high level of physical fitness.
References
Balbido, N. (2018). Cheerdance. Retrieved September 23, 2020, from
https://www.slideshare.net/NoemiBalbido/cheerdance
Hunt, N. (n.d.). 6 BENEFITS OF CHEERLEADING. Retrieved September 23, 2020, from
https://www.city-academy.com/news/6-benefits-of-cheerleading/
Official Spirit Book. (2008). BASIC CHEER MOTIONS. Retrieved August 7, 2020, from
https://www.mflmarmac.k12.ia.us/media/cms/Motions_A2608709AB61D.pdf
Zeuche. (2009). Cheerleading VS. Cheerdancing. Retrieved September 23, 2020, from
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oundation.&text=But%20one%20thing%20that%20cripples,of%20formal%20training%20
in%20Gymnastics.
