Health Optimizing

Physical Education 3
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Philippine Folk Dance
PE & Health – Grade 12
Quarter 1 – Module 2: Philippine Folk Dance
First Edition, 2020

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 Health Optimizing
Physical Education 3
Quarter 1 – Module 2:
Philippine Folk Dance
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

As a facilitator, you are expected to orient the learners on how to

use this module. You also need to keep track of the learners' progress
while allowing them to manage their own learning at home.
Furthermore, you are expected to encourage and assist the learners as
they do the tasks included in the module.

For the learner:

As a learner, you must learn to become responsible of your own
learning. Take time to read, understand, and perform the different
activities in the module.
As you go through the different activities of this module be
reminded of the following:
1. Use the module with care. Do not put unnecessary mark/s on any
part of the module. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering the
exercises.
2. Don’t forget to answer Let Us Try before moving on to the other
activities.
3. Read the instructions carefully before doing each task.
4. Observe honesty and integrity in doing the tasks and checking
your answers.
5. Finish the task at hand before proceeding to the next.
6. Return this module to your teacher/facilitator once you are done.
If you encounter any difficulty in answering the tasks in this
module, do not hesitate to consult your teacher or facilitator. Always
bear in mind that you are not alone. We hope that through this material,
you will experience meaningful learning and gain deep understanding
of the relevant competencies. You can do it!

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 Let Us Learn

Before we start, I want to inform you that this module is specifically

designed to help you learn about Philippine folk dance. The coverage of this
module permits it to be used in many different learning situations. Language
used recognizes the diverse vocabulary level of students.
The lesson introduces us to Philippine folk dance and its three major
cultural classification. This also centers on the basic fundamental positions
of the arms and feet and different folk dance steps in ¾ time signature.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

• Engage in moderate to vigorous physical activities (MVPAs) for at least

60 minutes most days of the week in a variety of settings in- and out
of school (PEH12FH-Ia-t-8).

Are you ready? Let’s start learning about this module. See you and good luck!

Let Us Try
MOVE IT!

Option 1: Take a picture of you executing the fundamental positions of

the arms and feet. Please see the illustration and step
pattern below. Send your photos to your PE teacher for
verification.
Option 2: For those who can’t do option 1, still perform the
fundamental positions of the arms and feet in front of a
family member (father, mother, brother, sister or relative

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 living with you). Let them judge if you got it right or not
following step pattern and illustration below.

ARMS FEET
1st Raise your arm like circle in front Bring heels close to touch; toes
of your chest. apart about 45 degrees angle.
2nd Both arms sideward raised below Bring feet apart sideward
shoulder level with a graceful
curve
3rd One arm raised (R) overhead while Bring the heel of one foot (R)
other arm (L) still in 2nd position.touching the instep of the other
foot (L).
4th One arm raised (L) in front of Bring one foot in front (R) of the
chest in half circle, while one arm other foot (L) of a pace distance.
still overhead (R).
5th Both arms raised overhead with a Bring the heel of one foot (R) to
graceful curve touch the toe of the other (L)

Here’s the link for the instructional video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o346GUE2ZPo

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Guide Questions:
1. How many positions did you perform in both arms and feet?
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2. Which dance style can we use these positions?
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Let Us Study

Philippine Folk Dance

There are dances that are lively, dances that depicts war, some uses
very colorful material, a way courtship and movements patterned from
animals these characteristics are just a proof of how magnificent Philippine
folk dance is. Philippine folk dance reflects our cultural identity depicting the
aspirations and true spirit of every Filipino (Dizer, R. et.al, 2009).
There are 3 major regional classifications of Philippine folk dance
namely; Lowland Christian dances which are influenced by European and
Spanish cultures, Tribal dances from Cordilleras which are non-Christian
dances from the Cordilleras and Muslim dances which are from the Southern
Islands of the Philippines influenced by Arabic and Indo-Malayan cultures.
Most folk dances are anchored on several fundamental dance steps. The
dance should be simple following the basic rhythm that dominates the dance
and pattern of movement. In your previous years in school, your teachers
taught you the basic fundamental position of the arms and feet and some
fundamental folk dance steps. We’ll have a glimpse of it in this module.
People who are holistically healthy will greatly improve their lifestyle
and enjoy life more fully. Just like engaging yourself in dancing Philippine folk
dance while performing its fundamental dance steps and positions. Doing
physical activities like dancing leads to a healthy living. And when you are
healthy, you will surely live a more satisfying life.

Fundamental Folk Dance Steps in ¾ Time Signature

Dance Steps Step Pattern

Waltz Step R foot in front (ct.1), step L close to R in rear (ct.2), step
R in place (ct.3) This may be executed in all directions.

Cross Waltz Step R foot across the L foot in front and raise slightly the L

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 foot across in rear (ct.1), step the L foot close to R in rear(
ct.2), step R foot in front (ct. 3). Step on the ball of the rear
foot on the second count.
Waltz Step R in front (ct.1), close L foot to R in rear and raise heels
Balance (ct.2), lower heels with the weight of the body on the R foot
(ct.3). This may be executed forward, backward etc.
Three Step step R (ct. 1) turn and step L(ct. 2); turn and step R (ct. 3);
Turn close L to R (ct. 1); pause = (ct. 2, 3)
Touch Step Point R foot in front( ct. 1 ), step R close to L ( ct. 2, 3 )
Sway Step R foot obliquely forward (ct. 1, 2), Step L foot across the
Balance w/ R foot in front (ct. 3), Step R obliquely backward (ct. 1,2) then
a Point, Point, close, brush, hop, raise, waltz L foot in 4th or 3rd
Close, position. Arms slowly raised in 4th position with R arm high
Brush, Hop, (cts. 2,3)
Raise, Waltz)

Let Us Practice
TIKTOK IT OUT!

Waltz Step R foot in front (ct.1), step L close to R in rear (ct.2), step R
in place (ct.3) This may be executed in all directions.
Cross Step R foot across the L foot in front and raise slightly the L
Waltz foot across in rear (ct.1), step the L foot close to R in rear(ct.2),
step R foot in front (ct. 3). Step on the ball of the rear foot on
the second count.
Waltz Step R in front (ct.1), close L foot to R in rear and raise heels
Balance (ct.2), lower heels with the weight of the body on the R foot
(ct.3). This may be executed forward, backward etc.
Three step R (ct. 1) turn and step L(ct. 2); turn and step R (ct. 3);
Step Turn close L to R (ct. 1); pause = (ct. 2, 3)
Touch Point R foot in front( ct. 1 ), step R close to L ( ct. 2, 3 )
Step

Using the new social media application Tiktok record a video of

you performing the given fundamental folk dance steps in ¾ time
signature.

Here’s the link for the instructional video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqDG0mZH8pA

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For the music you can use any Philippine folk dance in 3/4 time signature. In
the event that this application is not available, just record a video and post it in
any social media platform. Don’t forget to tag your subject teacher in the
comment section.

Option 2: For those who can’t access the internet and don’t have any
gadget, still perform the folk dance steps in front of a family member (father,
mother, brother, sister or relative living with you). Let them rate you following
the rubric in the next page.

RUBRIC FOLK DANCE STEP

Excellent Good Acceptable Partial

5 pts 4 pts 3 pts 2 pts

Technical Excellent Good Acceptable Partial

skills
Dance Dance Dance Only some
performed with performed performed understandin
Pointing toes, great attention with with attention g of technical
back to quality of attention to to most elements (ie.
straight, arm movement, details of details of footwork,
placement is body position, technique, technique but quality of
not sloppy, placement on has hasn't movements,
moves are stage and other attained attained body
executed details of proficiency proficiency in positions)
smoothly. dance. Also in dance dance style demonstrate
demonstrates style. yet. Some d in
an excellent technical performance.
understanding errors.
of dance style.

Performance Excellent Good Acceptable Partial

Skills
The dancer The dancer The dancer The dancer is
draws the communica communicate generally
Projection of audience in to tes with s with focused, but
eye contact want to watch audience audience only some
and cheerful them and is through eye through eye attempt
facial able to engage contact and contact and made to grab
expressions the audience facial and facial and attention of
with the completely body body the audience
audience. through their expression. expression. with eye
The dancer is performance. A Is able to Occasionally contact and
confident true joy to engage the loses focus. good facial
with watch! judges. expression.
movements.

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 Rhythm/Tem Excellent Good Acceptable Partial
po
Shows a Accurate in Generally Shows a
complete beat, accurate in basic
Staying on understanding tempo, beat, tempo, understandin
count and of tempo and rhythms of rhythms of g of tempo
with the beat and stays dance dance and beat, but
beats of the on rhythm sequences sequences falls behind
music. throughout the throughout most of the and/or
dance. the dance. time. speeds up in
places or
makes errors
in rhythm.

Let Us Practice More

TIKTOK IT OUT 2!

Using the new social media application Tiktok record a video of you performing
the given fundamental folk dance steps in ¾ time signature.

Sway Balance w/ Step R foot obliquely forward (ct. 1, 2), Step

a Point, Close, L foot across the R foot in front (ct. 3), Step
Brush, Hop, R obliquely backward (ct. 1,2) then Point,
Raise, Waltz close, brush, hop, raise, waltz L foot in 4th
or 3rd position. Arms slowly raised in 4th
position with R arm high (cts. 2,3)

Instructional video link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SqDG0mZH8pA

For the music you can use any Philippine folk dance in 3/4 time signature. In
the event that this application is not available, just record a video and post it in
any social media platform. Don’t forget to tag your subject teacher in the
comment section.

Option 2: For those who can’t access the internet and don’t have any
gadget, still perform the folk dance steps in front of a family member (father,
mother, brother, sister or relative living with you). Let them rate you following
the rubric in page 8.

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 Let Us Remember

1. Philippine folk dance mirrors our tradition and national cultural

identity.
2. There are three major regional classifications of Philippine folk dance;
Lowland Christian Dances, Tribal dance from cordilleras and Muslim
Dances.
3. Lowland Christian Dances - these are dances with European and
Spanish influence that are from Ilokanos, Pangasinense, Bisayans,
Bicolanas and Tagalogs.
4. Tribal Dances from Cordilleras - these are dances from the Cordilleras
which are classified as non-Christian dances.
5. Muslim dances - this Arabic and Indo-Malayan influenced dances are
from the Southern Islands of the Philippines.
6. Basic Fundamental Position of the Arms and Feet.
7. Fundamental folk dance steps in ¾ time signature; Waltz, Cross
waltz, waltz balance, touch step, three step turn, mazurka, sway
balance with a Point, Close, Brush, Hop, Raise and Waltz.

Let Us Assess

1. What dance mirrors tradition, national cultural identity and represents

desire the of our race?
a. Contemporary Dance c. Cheerdance
b. Ballet d. Philippine Folk dance

2. Which of the following dance is NOT a regional classification of

Philippine folk dance?
a. Lowland Christian Dances
b. Tribal Dances from Cordillera
c. Contemporary Dance
d. Muslim Dances

3. Which of the following demonstrates arms position in first position?

a. Raise your arm like circle in front of your chest.
b. Both arms sideward raised below shoulder level with a graceful
curve.
c. One arm raised (R) overhead while other arm (L) sideward
d. One arm raised (L) in front of chest in half circle, while one arm
still overhead (R).

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4. What position of the arms is when both arms are raised overhead with
a graceful curve?
a. 2nd Position c. 4th Position
b. 3rd Position d. 5th Position

5. What position of the feet is being demonstrated when you bring one foot
in front of the other foot of a pace distance?
a. 2nd Position c. 4th Position
b. 3rd Position d. 5th Position

6. How many positions are there in the basic fundamental positions of the
arms and feet?
a. 4 b. 5 c. 6 d. 7

7. How do you execute the waltz?

a. Point R foot in front ( ct. 1 ), step R close to L ( ct. 2, 3 )
b. Step R in front (ct.1), close L foot to R in rear and raise heels
(ct.2), lower heels with the weight of the body on the R foot
(ct.3). This may be executed forward, backward.
c. step R (ct. 1) turn and step L(ct. 2); turn and step R (ct. 3); close
L to R (ct. 1); pause = (ct. 2, 3)
d. Step R foot in front (ct.1), step L close to R in rear (ct.2), step
R in place (ct.3) This may be executed in all directions

8. What folk dance step has a step pattern of point R foot in front (ct.1),
step R close to L (ct. 2,3) repeat vis-a-vis?
a. Waltz Balance
b. Sway Balance
c. Three-Step Turn
d. Touch Step

9. The following can be combined with Sway Balance to a measure

EXCEPT?
a. Three-Step Turn c. Point
b. Waltz d. Brush

10. How many minutes is the standard duration of moderate to

vigorous dance activity engagement?
a. at least 60 minutes most days of the week
b. at least 45 minutes most days of the week
c. at least 30 minutes most days of the week
d. at least 15 minutes most days of the week

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 Let Us Enhance
HOW DID I PERFORM!

After mastering the fundamental folk dance steps in 3/4-time signature

evaluate how many repetitions have you exerted in each steps. Please put a
check in the corresponding table if you did it moderately which is one to
twenty repetitions or vigorously which is above twenty repetitions. Just put
on a check that corresponds to your repetitions on the next page.

Dance Steps 1 to 16 repetitions 17 or more

(Moderate) repetitions (Vigorous)
Waltz
Cross Waltz
Waltz Balance
Three Step Turn
Sway Balance with a Point
Sway Balance with a Close
Sway Balance with a Hop
Sway Balance with a Raise
Sway Balance with a Waltz
Sway Balance with a Brush
Sway Balance with a Point

Note: Please repeat this activity at least one hour daily for the whole week.

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 Let Us Reflect
Reflective Essay.

Answer the following questions in less than three sentences only.

1. Why is it important to engage ourselves in moderate to vigorous dance

activity?
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2. Despite the presence and influence of modern dances, as a student,

how can you preserve and promote our own Philippine folk dance?
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Criteria Points
Content 5 points
Organization of words 2 points
Grammar 3 points

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Let us Asses:
1. D 6. B
2. C 7. D
3. A 8. D
4. D 9. A
5. C 10. A
Let us Enhance:
Answers may vary.
Let us Reflect:
Answers may vary.
Answer Key
 References

Aparato, C.R., Brebante, Z. R., Callo, L. F., & Dajime, P. F., (2017). Physical
Education and Health Volume II First Edition.

Dizer, R. U., Roque M. C., & Marquez J. T. (2009). Keeping Fit: Living Fully
Year 1 A Beginner’s Path to Fitness.

Far Eastern University (2019).Lesson 2: Introduction to Philippine folkdance

retrieved from https://feu.instructure.com
/courses/29083/pages/lesson-ii-introduction-to-philippine-folkdance

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