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Social Dances

This document discusses social dances and their etiquette. It defines dance as rhythmic movement to music performed in a coordinated and expressive way. Dance etiquette includes dressing appropriately for the event, good hygiene, following dance floor etiquette like direction of travel, not blaming partners, and having a positive demeanor. Common social dances are described like foxtrot, tango, swing, and cha-cha along with example videos. Students will demonstrate selected social dances in a performance task on a given date with proper attire and music.

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Social Dances

This document discusses social dances and their etiquette. It defines dance as rhythmic movement to music performed in a coordinated and expressive way. Dance etiquette includes dressing appropriately for the event, good hygiene, following dance floor etiquette like direction of travel, not blaming partners, and having a positive demeanor. Common social dances are described like foxtrot, tango, swing, and cha-cha along with example videos. Students will demonstrate selected social dances in a performance task on a given date with proper attire and music.

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SOCIAL DANCES

WHAT IS YOUR OWN


DEFINITION OF DANCE?
DANCE
• Is a masterful movement in a rhythmically
coordinated, and expressive way.
• to move one's body rhythmically usually to
music : to engage in or perform a dance
• to move or seem to move up and down or
about in a quick or lively manner
• merriam-webster dictionary
ETIQUETTE
• It is an unwritten code of behaviours,
designed to ease social interactions in
both our personal and business lives.
DANCE ETIQUETTE
DANCE ETIQUETTE
• I. WHAT TO WEAR
• II. PERSONAL GROOMING
• III. ON THE DANCE FLOOR
• IV. NO-FAULT DANCING
• V. DEMEANOR
I. WHAT TO WEAR
• In social Dances and Dance Mixers, the
more formal the dance the more formal the
outfit.
I. WHAT TO WEAR
• Formal
I. WHAT TO WEAR
• Semi- Formal
I. WHAT TO WEAR
• CASUAL
I. WHAT TO WEAR
• LATIN MODERN STANDARD
II. PERSONAL GROOMING
• Before the said activity it is but proper for
you to take a bath and brush your teeth
and use mouthwash/breath mint for you
will be socializing with other people in that
event and do not use strong perfume
because some are not comfortable
smelling strong perfumes.
II. PERSONAL GROOMING
• Do not use anything that may cause a
strong odor. During the activity, we are
reminded to always be conscious about
your grooming, freshen up and towel off
periodically and it is also advisable to
bring with you extra clothes to change if
necessary.
III. ON THE DANCE FLOOR
• To make sure that you are not colliding
with other pairs always bear in mind to
follow the counterclockwise direction. Be
polite and approachable with your
partner and accompany your partner
back to her seat.
IV. NO-FAULT DANCING
• As much as possible, you should dance at
the level of your partner and never blame
your partner for the missed execution of
the figures.
• If unintentionally you committed some
mistake, it ethical to apologize
immediately.
V. DEMEANOR
• Demeanor is how we behave, and we
deal with other people.
• In the social dancing activity, there are
things that we must consider like being
approachable and having an eye to eye
contact with your partner.
V. DEMEANOR
• It is you who should adjust to the situation
so you must project a positive outlook
even if it is not your style and if you don’t
know the dance be honest and refuse
promptly if you are asked to dance and
as a respect to your partner never teach
your partner on the dancefloor for it may
insult him/her.
SOCIAL DANCES
• SOCIAL DANCES is a non-competitive
version of ballroom and Latin dancing.
• It is comprised of all the same dances, like
Foxtrot, Tango, Swing, or Cha-Cha, but
designed to be used in practical settings
like wedding receptions, nightclubs,
business functions, or informal gatherings.
SOCIAL DANCES
• Social dancing is less formal that
exhibition dancing and is meant to be
enjoyed while socializing.
• Social Dances are communal dances
performed in social gatherings in any
given space.
SOCIAL DANCES
• They are usually performed in pairs, male
and female, but may also be performed
in groups.
SOCIAL DANCES
• The most important skill for good social
dancing is Leading and Following.
• This is the non-verbal communication from
the leader to the follower indicating the
direction, timing, and style, among other
things.
FOXTROT
• The foxtrot is a smooth dance where the
dancers travel across the dance floor. The
long walking movements contribute to the
iconic rise and fall motion. The footwork is a
combination of slow and quick steps. The
slow steps take up two beats of the music,
and the quick steps take up one beat.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqI-zIjLcdA
FOXTROT

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqI-zIjLcdA
TANGO
• Tango is characterized by a close hold, a low
center of gravity and an emphasis on
Contra Body movement. Movement is
stealthy, almost cat-like and has an
unmistakable staccato feel and major
dramatic attitude. The Leader's right arm is
further around and lower on the Follower's
back than in the other Smooth dances
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH1T06TY9P8
TANGO

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KH1T06TY9P8
SWING
• Swing dancing is an upbeat and playful
partner dance often set to jazz music. A
form of ballroom dance, swing dance
encompasses several different dance styles,
each adding distinct flavor.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuoHDiHVjt4
SWING

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuoHDiHVjt4
CHA-CHA
• The cha-cha is one of the five main Latin
ballroom dances most frequently taught in
dance schools around the world. The steps
are compact and based partly on the rumba
and mambo, with plenty of hip and pelvic
movements. The basic forward movement is
supplemented with various turns, dips, and
slides.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz31MdXnrvY
CHA-CHA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jz31MdXnrvY
PERFORMANCE TASK
• The students will be divided into 4 groups
• The students will perform the chosen dance
on January 8.
• Proper attire and music is a must.
CRITERIA

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