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“The essence of dancing

is not the attention you
get from the audience; it
is the enjoyment in
every step you perform
that makes the dance a
form of art”
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WHY DO PEOPLE DANCE?

- People dance as part of social celebrations,
ceremonials or sacred rituals, recreation,
recreation, competition, and even part of their
various benefits that can be achieved through an
active involvement especially if the physical
activity becomes a daily routine.
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SOCIAL DANCING
- It is performed by a group of people during
special occasions or events usually for pleasure
or enjoyment. Most of us would wonder if
participating in social dancing is still relevant in
the modern generation. Taking a look at its origin,
it took place way back eighteenth century in
France where the popular cotillion dance also
started.
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DANCE WARM-UP
ACTIVITIES
- Warm-ups and stretches prepare the muscles to
enjoy more the dance class or even other forms of
exercise. It should be performed few minutes
before the dance to help the body feel livelier and
to avoid injury-related incidents.
- Read and Do the series of warm-up located on
Page 341 on your book.
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DANCE WARM-UP
ACTIVITIES
- Warm-ups and stretches prepare the muscles to
enjoy more the dance class or even other forms of
exercise. It should be performed few minutes
before the dance to help the body feel livelier and
to avoid injury-related incidents.
- Read and Do the series of warm-up located on
Page 341 on your book.
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FORMS
OF
SOCIAL DANCE
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MIXER DANCE
- This is a participation dance in social dance setting
that allows a group of performers to change
partners while dancing. It allows to meet the new
partners to maximize the social dimensions of
dancing.
- Ballroom and social dance can be converted into
dance mixers.
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BASIC RULES MIXER DANCE

1. Never say “NO”, Dancers should be courteous
enough on the dance floor and whoever dances
with you, the basic rule of etiquette is to entertain
the person. If in case you have already danced with
the person, smile at each other and skip the
choice.
2. If you find yourself with no partner, a “lost and
found” place is designated in the middle of the
dance circle where may find a new partner.
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FESTIVAL DANCE
- These are dances that showcase the cultural event
of the people in the different parts of the world. It
is usually performed with strong beats of
percussion instruments.
- It is organized event where dance performances
are celebrated.
- It can be regional, national or international dances
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FESTIVAL DANCE
- In the Philippines, it is danced in honor of a patron
saint or as a thanksgiving for a bountiful harvest.
- Famous festival dances in the Philippines
 Sinulog – Cebu
 Ati-Atihan – Aklan
 Kadayawan – Davao
 Bangus – Pangasinan
 Dinagyang – Iloilo
 Masskara – Negros Occidental
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BENEFITS OF
SOCIAL DANCING
- Social dancing is usually performed by most
people to get fit and stay in shape. It also provides
many health benefits. The entertaining aspect of
this dance is enjoyed socially and competitively by
most individuals.
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A. The routine of the dance requires people to keep both the

body and the mind active. Regardless of the age, group,
anyone may enjoy the dance.
B. Improvement of various fitness areas such as:
 Flexibility. Striving to achieve the full range of motion
of the major muscle groups is an important element to
become healthy.
 Strength. Dance moves such as leaping, galloping and
jumping assist the muscle to exert force that builds
muscle strength.
 Endurance. Dance as a form of exercise increases
endurance and supports muscles to work hard for
longer periods of time.
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C. Improvement of posture and balance makes a person

learn about the body’s strong points and limitations.
D. Strong social ties among cultures and friends
contribute to high self-esteem and an optimistic outlook in
life. The reduction of stress and tension gives an overall
sense of well-being among participants.
E. Many aspects of the brain are used as one performs
social dancing. The brain is trained to make sound
decisions based on the partners movement, leading to
logical manner of solving problems.