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Dance: Introduction, History and Importance: Physical Education Area 1 SEM A.Y. 2020 - 2021

Dance is the movement of the body in rhythm. It has a long history dating back to ancient rituals and remains an important form of expression. Dance provides physical, mental, social, and cultural benefits. Physically, it improves cardiovascular health, flexibility, coordination, and reduces health risks. Mentally, dance helps reduce stress and dementia while improving self-esteem. Socially, it fosters togetherness and relationships. Culturally, dance promotes shared cultural values.

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Dance: Introduction, History and Importance: Physical Education Area 1 SEM A.Y. 2020 - 2021

Dance is the movement of the body in rhythm. It has a long history dating back to ancient rituals and remains an important form of expression. Dance provides physical, mental, social, and cultural benefits. Physically, it improves cardiovascular health, flexibility, coordination, and reduces health risks. Mentally, dance helps reduce stress and dementia while improving self-esteem. Socially, it fosters togetherness and relationships. Culturally, dance promotes shared cultural values.

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DANCE: INTRODUCTION, HISTORY AND

IMPORTANCE
Physical Education Area
1ST SEM
A.Y. 2020 - 2021
“Before man can do anything, he
must draw breath, he must
move. Movement is the source
and condition of life. To dance is
to be out of yourself. Larger,
more beautiful, more powerful.
This is power, it is glory on earth
and it is yours for the taking.” –
Agnes de Mille (1963)
DANCE

Is the movement of the body in a rhythmic way, usually to music and within a given space, for the
purpose of expressing an idea or emotion, releasing energy, or simply taking delight in the
movement itself. It is a powerful impulse, but the art of dance is that impulse channeled by skillful
performers into something that becomes intensely expressive and that may delight spectators
who feel no wish to dance themselves. It is an activity which can take many forms and fill many
needs, It can be recreation, entertainment, religion, education, and therapy. In its purest form
dance is art, the art of body movement.
HISTORY

From the earliest moments of known human history, dance accompanied ancient rituals, spiritual
gatherings and social events. As a conduit of trance, spiritual force, pleasure, expression,
performance and interaction, dance became infused into our nature from the earliest moments of
our existence. Without a doubt, dancing remains one of the most expressive forms of
communications that we know.

Ancient paintings from 1st millennia clearly speak of many dance rituals in Greek culture Of
course, not all dances in those ancient times were intended for religious purposes. Ordinary
people used dance for celebration, entertainment, seduction and to induce the mood of frenzied
exhilaration. This kind of entertainment continued to be refined, until medieval times and the start
of the Renaissance when ballet became integral part of the wealthy class.
HISTORY

European dances before the start of Renaissance were not widely documented, any only few
isolated fragments of their existence remain found today. After the end of French Revolution,
many new types of dance emerged with focused on less restrictive woman clothing, and
tendency for skipping and jumping. These dances soon became even more energetic in 1844
with the beginning of so called "international polka craze" which also brought us the first
appearance of famous waltz. After the short period of time when great ballroom masters created
wave of complicated dances, the era of modern day 2 person dance started with the careers of
famous ballroom dances Vernon and Irene Castle. After those early years of 20th century many
modern dances were invented (Foxtrot, One-Step, Tango, Charleston, Swing, Postmodern, Hip-
hop, breakdancing and more) and the expansion of musical brought those dances into worldwide
popularity.
IMPORTANCE OF DANCE TO HEALTH

Dance for health has become an important factor in the prevention, treatment and
management in several health circumstances. It can benefit both physical and mental health and
subsidizes social communication.

1. Physical:
• Develops cardiovascular and muscular endurance
• Improves coordination, balance, flexibility, and body composition
• Lowers risk of cardiovascular disease
• Lowers body mass index
• Lowers resting heart rate
• Improves lipid metabolism
• Enables joint mobility (hip motion and spine flexibility)
• Helps improve and maintain bone
• Improves coordination and neuromuscular skills
IMPORTANCE OF DANCE TO HEALTH

2. MENTAL:
• Helps keep the brain sharp
• Decreases incidence of dementia and Alzheimer’s disease
• Increases self-esteem and improves body image
• Aids in releasing emotional and physical tension.

3. Social:
• Gives a sense of togetherness within a group
• Encourages positive social interaction and interpersonal relationship
• Contributes to the individual’s potential for self - actualization in society

4. Cultural:
• Promotes cultural value

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