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Dancing
HOPE III Report
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• History of Ballroom Dancing
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⚬ World History
⚬ Philippine History
• Benefits of Ballroom
Dancing
• Types of Ballroom Dancing
• Basic Steps in Ballroom
Dancing
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 BALLROOM DANCING: WORLD
HISTORY
Early Origins and Evolution of Ballroom Dances
WALT
• Originated in 16th century Europe, initially popular among
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lower classes.
• Spread from countryside to suburbs and metropolitan areas.
• Aristocrats danced minuets to music by Mozart, Haydn, and
Handel.
• Blended styles of upper and lower classes when noblemen
attended servants' balls.
• Despite being depicted as shameless and indecent, Waltz grew in
Vienna, reached England, and was introduced to commoners by
infantry soldiers in the early 1800s.
 BALLROOM DANCING: WORLD
HISTORY
Early Origins and Evolution of Ballroom Dances

MERENG
• Originated byUE
African slaves of
the Dominican Republic.
• Mimicked stoic, waltz-style dances
during parties.
• Introduced to the United States
first in New York City.
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HISTORY
Early Origins and Evolution of Ballroom Dances
TURN OF THE
• Tango popularized in Buenos Aires,
CENTURY
Argentina, reaching New York City and
Paris.
• Foxtrot, named after actor Harry Fox,
popularized in the United States.
• Swing, inspired by contemporary jazz
music, popularized by Black Americans.
• Swing included Lindy Hop, Shag, and
Charleston.
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HISTORY
Early Origins and Evolution of Ballroom Dances
PARTNER
• Partner dancing began to evolve around the
DANCING
beginning of the 20th century, with
Hollywood stars Fred Astaire and Ginger
Rogers.
• In the 1940s, bandleaders began playing a new
form of music called Mambo, characterized by
complicated footwork and interesting
patterns.
• The Cuban Rumba became popular within
club settings and in the streets, with the
style blending with other styles.
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HISTORY
Early Origins and Evolution of Ballroom Dances
BALLROOM DANCING
• Today, ballroom dance is a social
TODAY
activity and a competitive entity,
with popularity increasing with television
shows like Dancing with the Stars.
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HISTORYOF AMERICAN
HISTORICAL INFLUENCE
• Filipinos have been COLONIZERS
a significant follower of American dances
since the turn of the century.
• Dances from the United States were copied and made popular in
the Philippines, marking a significant shift in the country's dance
culture.
INTRODUCTION OF COURT DANCES
• European court dances like the Waltz, Mazurka, Polka, and
quadrilles were introduced by the Spanish.
• These dances became standard dances for the privileged
class.
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HISTORY
INTRODUCTION OF WESTERN DANCES
• Education led to widespread exposure to Western music and
dances, influencing the younger generation's taste for ballroom
dances.
• The Tango, Foxtrot, Charleston, and Quickstep were among
the newer ballroom dances.
CHALLENGES AND PROGRESS
• The nation's independence spirit was squelched by the centuries
of subjugation by Western colonizers.
• Despite the challenges, the dances continued to evolve and gain
popularity.
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HISTORY
INNOVATION AND CHANGE IN BALLROOM
• The ballroom dancing scene began to change dramatically in the
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late 1980s, with young men from Central Luzon joining the
dance scene as dance instructors.
• The roving DI was born, with restaurants hiring attractive young
men from Central Luzon as dancing partners.
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INNOVATION AND CHANGE
HISTORY IN DANCE
• The spirit for innovation and change was evident in the changes
Filipinos made in their dance.
• Dances like the Jive and the Swing are danced to a much faster
music tempo than in the US.
• The independent spirit reasserted itself through new variations
and syncopations of better dancers.

THE BEAUTY OF DANCE

Dancing
 BALLROOM DANCING: BENEFITS
Ballroom dancing is a fun, engaging activity that benefits individuals of
all ages and skill levels, enhancing their physical, mental, and social well-
being. PHYSICAL BENEFITS
• Improved cardiovascular fitness: Provides an excellent
workout for heart health, stamina, and endurance.
• Increased muscle strength and tone: Engages and
strengthens different muscle groups, resulting in a more toned
physique.
• Enhanced flexibility and balance: Requires dancers to perform
a range of motions, improving flexibility and balance.
• Weight management: Contributes to weight loss or
maintenance by burning calories and increasing metabolism.
• Improved posture and body awareness: Encourages proper
 BALLROOM DANCING: BENEFITS
MENTAL BENEFITS
• Stress relief: Provides a fun outlet for releasing stress.
• Cognitive function: Sharpens cognitive abilities and may reduce
the risk of age-related cognitive decline.
• Boosts self-confidence and self-esteem: As dancers progress,
they often experience increased self-confidence and a greater
sense of accomplishment.
• Emotional expression: Offers a creative outlet for expressing
emotions and interpreting music through movement.
• Mindfulness: Promotes a state of mindfulness.
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SOCIAL BENEFITS
• Improved social skills: Requires partner communication and
collaboration.
• Expanding social circle: Provides opportunities to meet new
people, make friends, and expand social network.
• Sense of community: Fosters a sense of belonging and
camaraderie among its members.
• Connection opportunities: Creates unique bonds and
connections.
• Enhances teamwork: Promotes cooperation, coordination, and
Ballroom
mutualdancing offers numerous physical, mental, and social benefits,
support.
improving health, well-being, and quality of life. Whether a beginner or
an experienced dancer, it provides a fulfilling experience.
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INTERNATIONAL LATININTERNATIONAL
1.Cha Cha 1.Cha Cha
RHYTHM
2.Samba 2.Rumba
3.Rumba 3.East Coast Swing
4.Paso Doble 4.Bolero
5.Jive 5.Mambo
INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL
BALLROOM
1.Waltz
1.Waltz SMOOTH
2.Tango
2.Tango
3.Foxtrot
3.Viennese Waltz
4.Viennese Waltz
4.Foxtrot
5.Quickstep
Basic Steps
in
Ballroom
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BALLROOM DANCING: BASIC STEPS
• Triple Step:
⚬ A three-step sequence taken on two beats of music.
⚬ Usually consists of two quick steps and one slow, called "quick-
quick-slow."
• Rock Step:
⚬ A sequence of two steps, usually slow-slow.
⚬ Forms the basic step of triple timing swing or the East Coast
Swing.
• Ball-Change:
⚬ A sequence of two steps where weight on the ball of the foot is
changed to the other foot.
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• Kick Ball Change:
⚬ A popular swing dance step, used to replace the rock step.
⚬ Timing is usually 1&2.
• Basic Step of the Carolina Shag:
⚬ Combination of two triple steps and a kick ball change can be
used in triple timing swing dances.
• Coaster Step:
⚬ A back-together-forward triple step danced to the timing of
1&2.
• Sailor Step:
⚬ A side-to-side look triple step danced to the timing of 1&2.
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• Anchor Step:
⚬ A stationary triple step danced in third foot position to the
timing of 1&2.
• Grapevine:
⚬ A continuous traveling step pattern to the side with alternating
crosses behind and in front of the supporting foot.
• Lock Step:
⚬ Danced to triple step timing, the lower part of the legs cross
such that the back leg becomes locked behind the leading leg
until the leading leg moves forward.
EXAMPLE OF BALLROOM DANCING:
INTERNATIONAL
EXAMPLE OF BALLROOM DANCING:
PHILIPPINES
FIN.
Members:
1.Suguitan, Khrishanta
Hannah
2.Albasin, Dondon
3.Bulabog, Sam Adnrew
4.Lopez, Carlos
5.Rapista, Geoglance
6.Yamson, Kengie