Senior High School DepED Physical Education and Health 3 Quarter 2 - Module 1: Dance Etiquette and Social Dancemua Dance Etiquette a and Social Dance Dance etiquette is the set of agreed rules which govern the social behavior of Participants (“Dance Etiquette,” n.d., para. 1). Directional movements, line of dance, and proper alignment of the various body parts are all essential to comfortable and effective dancing. Personal grooming always goes along with a good posture. Having self-discipline in dance with cautiousness is necessary to avoid risks of accidents and injuries Social dance is one of the dance forms or styles where socialization and amiability are the focus of dancing. Ballroom dance originated from the Western Country. This is usually danced with a partner or couple and performed with enjoyment. This is being done socially and competitively worldwide. We watch them locally and internationally through a competition called dance sports. The waltz and swing are examples of social-ballroom dances that are often danced by a partner and are done in social interactions and also a variety of activities that improve our health and fitness. y iy What’s In ACTIVITY 1: Jumbled Letters Directions: Rearrange the word/s in the box to reveal the correct word/s of the different dance positions. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. [DOCSE OPSIIOTN 1. Partners facing each other about six | [refers ou. ol alien inches away; stand upright, head up and shoulders relaxed. 2. Partners standing sideways in semi- open position, facing the line of dance with the man's right side touching the woman's left side. 3. Similar to the Closed Position, the woman's feet are to the right of the man’s feet RPOEMNDEA OF [HROT UOTISED PSIOIOTN ONEARBEK SIOTOPTN | 4. Facing cach other and standing | FONE ARBEK S10 slightly apart; the man holds the | woman's right hand in his left hand (or ——_| her left hand in his right).SRCOSOBYDIOISTOPN |S. Palm to palm in an upperhand clasp, with fingers and thumbs closed We) What’s New around partner's hand. ACTIVITY 2: Let’s Try! t Directions: Read, understand, and practice the following directional movement. 1, Primary Directions. It is the basic forward, sideward, | | | ‘and backward movements. “a oF 2. Diagonals. It is a foot movement either diagonally forward, or diagonally back. As diagonal, a roughly 45 \ degrees position from the alignment of both the body and feet. a Z 3. Hybrid Diagonals. It is a slightly diagonal in direction. a & | Four hybrid diagonals are (1) Side & slightly forward, (2) a a Side & slightly back, (3) Forward & slightly i leftward/rightward, and (4) Back and slightly 2 A leftward/rightward.4. Contra Body Movement Position (CBMP). It is a foot position by which one foot is placed along or across the track of the other. In the figure, the dotted line signifies the path of the supporting foot. ® What is It The Line of Dance ‘The Line of Dance is a rectangular imaginary line which signifies the counter clockwise flow of movement around the dance floor. The two distinct areas wherein the line of dance divides are the Sides and the Corners. When me dancing at the side of the room, hs the dancer will travel and move toward the comer. When the corner is reached, the dancer will now begin moving down on the new line of dance. Nese Alignment Alignment refers to the direction of the feet point in relationship to the room. The line of dance, the wall, and the center are the three major points of reference in the room. 1. The Wall- It refers to the wall closest to the dancers as they move along the line of dance.2. The Center- The two centers in the | room are the true center, the actual center point in the room, and the relative center which is the alignment directly opposite the wall. 3. The Line of Dance- Since the line of dance is counter-clockwise, the wall is located at the right-hand side when facing the line of dance. What to Wear? Dancing has its own culture and preferences. Proper outfit and attire are best described as characteristics of a given dance. In social dances, the more formal the dance, and so the outtit. Attire Gentlemen Ladies Formal Bow tie or regular necktie, tailcoat with trouser, black tuxedo coat, full suit, and regular coat Ball gown with elbow-length gloves, evening gown, cocktail gown and long to full length skirt ‘Semi- Formal Dress shirt, tie and slack, vest or sweater showing the tie (tie is optional) Dinner dresses and chic outfits like flowing pants, etc. Dressy Casual (Practices, Dance Lessons) Cotton slacks, solid color t shirt, turtleneck, polo shirt and mock turtle neck ‘Anything that shows a) conservative, _ toned-down appearance (Nostrania, 2005) Do’s and Don'ts: 1. Always wear a pair of dance shoes. To avoid knee and ankle injuries, do not wear shoes that can stick to the dance floor during turns and spins. 2. Avoid sleeveless tops and strapped dresses. It is not comfortable to expose and touch a damp skin.3. Avoid messy, loose-fitting, low armpit upper shirt. A saggy sleeve may catch a partner's hand. 4. Avoid accessories that can catch a partner's clothing, causing scratches and bruises. 5. Long hair should always be tied up. Flowing hair may hit partner or other dancers during twist and turns. Personal Grooming Before the Dance During the Dance Take a bath and use a deodorant. Brush your teeth and use mouthwash. Refrain from cating foods that cause strong aroma, Always check proper grooming occasionally. Freshen up periodically in the comfort room. An extra shirt or dresses are advisable in case there is a need to change. Do not smoke; it may cause foul odor. (Nostrania, 2005) On the Dance Floor . The line of direction is always in counter clockwise. Avoid colliding with other dancers while on the dance floor. Be polite. A simple thank you and compliment is recommended. Say sorry if something goes wrong. 4. Never blame a partner for a neglected and incorrect execution of dance figures. 5. Dance to the level of your partner; one should not empower the partner. They should dance in harmony. . Always project a positive image on the dance floor. - No teaching while dancing; it may insult your partner. Always accompany the female partner back to her seat. eee exo The Waltz Waltz is from the old German word “walzen” meaning to roll, to turn, or to glide. It is a graceful dance in 4 time, with strong accent on the first beat and a basic Pattern of step-step close. This dance originated in the outskirts of Vienna and in the Alpine region of Austria during the 16 and 17% centuries, Germany and Austria are considered as the pioneer to its development, form, perfection, and distinction Johann Strauss and other great musicians made the waltz a symbol of Vienna. Waltz is characterized by the pendulum swing body action. Other general elements of ballroom technique important for Waltz are foot parallelism, rise and fall, contra body movement and sway. (“Waltz,” n.d., para. 2) 8. Step Pattern Step, Step, Close-Step; Step, Step, Close-Step or Quick, Quick, Slow; Quick, Quick, Slow b. Count Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4,5, 6 or 1, 2,3, 1, 2,3 c. Basic steps‘The Basic Waltz Steps Men’s Steps 1, Left Foot forward 1 2. Step Right Foot on side 2 3. Close Left Foot to Right Foot E ou) i Lady’s Steps Right Foot backward Step Left Foot on side Close Right Foot to Left Foot Ltt Bm ‘The Box Waltz Men’s Steps ~~ [Lady's Steps 1, Left Foot forward 1. Right Foot backward 2. Right Foot sideward 2. Left Foot sideward 3. Close Left Foot to Right Foot | 3. Close Right Foot to Left Foot 4, Right Foot backward 4. Left Foot forward 5. Left Foot sideward 5. Right Foot sideward 6. Close Right Foot to Left Foot 6. Close Left Foot to Right Foot ‘__Y | a — SLetarth 6 4 (1) oe m 4, Suggested Variations ‘The Forward Half-Square Waltz Steps Men’s Steps 1, Left Foot forward 2. Right Foot sideward 4. Right Foot backward | 5. Left Foot sideward |5. 6. Close Right Foot to Left Foot 6 1 2. 3. Close Left Foot to Right Foot 3. 4. Lady's Steps - Right Foot backward . Left Foot sideward Close Right Foot to Left Foot Left Foot forward Right Foot sideward Close Left Foot to Right FootThe Backward Half-Square Waltz Steps ‘Men's Steps 1. Left Foot backward 2. Right Foot sideward 3. Close Left Foot to Right Foot 4. Right Foot backward 5. Left Foot sideward 6. Close Right Foot to Left Foot Lady’s Steps | 1. Right Foot forward . Left Foot sideward Close Right Foot to Left Foot . Left Foot forward . Right Foot sideward . Close Left Foot to Right Foot Pasen a rtp Swing is a rhythmic rotation of a couple performed with a walking step, buss proper balance of “pull against pull” that step patterns vary on the age of the ions, while mature dancers prefer a step, two-step or skip step. It is done by a will maintain a smooth rotation or swing. Swing dancers; teenagers mostly use exaggerated moti more subtle style. (De Dios, 2005) a. Step Pattern Step-backward, Step, Step-forward, Step b. Count Pattern 1, 2, 3, 4 or 1 and 2 and ©. Basic steps Men's Steps ] 1. Left Foot backward 2. Right Foot step in place 3. Left Foot forward | 4. Right Foot step in place Lady’s Steps 1. Right Foot backward 2. Left Foot step in place 3. Right Foot forward 4. Left Foot step in placepeered ‘Suggested Variations _The Half Turn (Part 1) | Men’s Steps | 1. Left Foot backward 2. Right Foot step in place 3. Left Foot forward 4. Right Foot step in place 5. Left Foot backward 6. 7. 8. Right Foot step in place Left Foot forward Lady's Steps 1. Right Foot backward 2. Left Foot step in place 3. Right Foot forward; turnabout 4. Left Foot forward 5. Right Foot backward 6. Left Foot step in place 7. Right Foot forward; turnabout 8. Left Foot close to Right Foot Right Foot step in place power ‘The Half Turn (Part 2) Men’s Steps Left Foot backward Right Foot step in place Left Foot forward Right Foot step in place . Left Foot backward Right Foot step in place Left Foot forward . Right Foot step in place l>Nansene Lady's Steps 1, Right Foot backward 2. Left Foot step in place 3. Right Foot forward 4, Turnabout; Left Foot backward 5. RF backward 6. Left Foot step in place 7. Tarnabout; Right Foot backward 8. 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Alignment 2. Forward, side, and backward movements b. Contra Body 3. Taken at roughly 45 degrees from the Movement Positions alignment of both the body and feet c. Diagonals 4. The foot position whereby one foot is d. Hybrid Diagonals placed along or across the track of the e. Primary Directions other 5.Refers to the direction the feet point in relationship to the room B. Directions: Identify what is being asked in each statement. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper. ____ 6 It is an old German word which means to roll, to turn, or to glide. 7. He and other great musicians made the waltz a symbol of Vienna. 8. It is characterized by a proper balance of “pull against pull’. 9. It is one of the dance techniques of waltz characterized by swinging of the body up and down. 10. 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