Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Regional Office IX, Zamboanga Peninsula

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HOPE 3
Quarter 2
BALLROOM DANCE (CHA-CHA-CHA)

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 WHAT I NEED TO KNOW
Ballroom dancing is a form of couple dance which is enjoyed
both socially and competitively around the world. Because of its
performance and entertainment aspects, ballroom dance is also
widely enjoyed on stage, film, and television.

The module has one lesson: Lesson 7 – Basic Pattern of

Ballroom (Social) Dancing. (PEH12FH-ik-o-13)

After going through this module, you are

expected to:

1. Know and Understand the Ballroom Dance – Cha-

Cha-Cha.
2. Identify the different patterns of the dance Cha-Cha-
Cha.
3. Perform the dance Cha-Cha-Cha with grace and
poise.

A. Side step, forward step, backward step, rock step

WHAT’S IN?

Lesson 7: Basic Pattern of Ballroom Dance (Cha-Cha-

Cha)
The term ―ballroom‖ is derived from the word ball which
originates from the Latin word ballarewhich means to dance (a ball-
room being a large room specially designed for such dances). In
time past, ballroom dancing was social dancing for the privileged,
leaving folk dancing for the lower classes. The definition of
ballroom dance also depends on the era: balls have featured
popular dances of the day such as the Minuet, Quadrille,
Polonaise, Polka, Mazurka, and others, which are now considered to
be historical dances.

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 Specifically, the Cha-Cha-Cha is a dance originated from
Cuba. It is danced to the music of the same name introduced by
Cuban composer and violinist Enrique Jorrin in the early 1950’s.
The name of the dance ―Cha-Cha-Cha‖ is an onomatopoeia
derived from the shuffling sound of the dancers’ feet when they
dance two consecutive quick steps that characterize the said
dance. Also, Cha-Cha-Cha is in 4/4 meter with 128 beats per
minute.

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 WHAT IS IT
Styles of Cha-Cha-Cha dance may differ in the place of the
rhythmical structure. The original Cuban and the ballroom Cha-
Cha-Cha count is ―one, two, three, cha-cha-cha‖ or ―one, two,
three, four, and Cha-Cha-Cha‖. A street version comes out
because many social dancers count ―one, two, Cha-Cha-Cha‖.
And thus, shift the timing of the dance by a full beat of music.
Note that, the dance known as Salsa is the result of a similar
timing shift of Mambo.
Four Basic Steps of Cha-Cha-Cha
1. Forward Step
2. Backward Step
3. Side Step
4. Rock Step

Note: you may watch the link to fully understand the four basic
steps of cha-cha-cha: https://youtu.be/PWiLi22Cq8w

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 WHAT I NEED TO KNOW
In the previous module, you learned that Cha-Cha-Cha is a
dance of Cuban origin. It was danced to the music of the same
name introduced by Cuban composer and violinist Enrique
Jorrin in the early 1950’s. The rhythm of the dance was
developed from the danzon-Mambo Dance.

WHAT’S IN?

Lesson 8: Psychosocial of Ballroom Dancing

A health study conducted in Oxford University states that

dancing has wide appeal for many older people because of their
positive memories and experiences at a younger age. Dancing
bolsters physical and mental health by helping to prevent falls,
improve posture and flexibility, lift mood and ease anxiety. It’s
also a fun activity that sharpens the mind, increase aerobic
power and strength, builds social bonds, and can reduce pain
and stiffness.

WHAT IS IT
According to Fred Astaire Dance Studio file, Ballroom
Dancing is a perfect combination of physical activity, social
interaction, and mental stimulation. Among its documented
health benefits include enhancing one’s social life and self-
confidence, reducing stress and depression, promoting mind
relaxation, and expressing self-creativity.