PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND HEALTH

GRADE 12 SENIOR HIGH

During in Spanish period dancing play an important role for
social activities. Besides Christianism, the Spaniards also
introduced different dances such as:
Folk Dances – are traditional dance of a country which evolved
naturally and spontaneously in connection with everyday activities 1. Fandangos
and experiences of the people. 2. Lanceros Rigodon
3. Cariñosa
Introduction in Philippine Folk Dances
4. Curacha
Folk dance has been part of our culture. Before the Spaniards
came our ancestors from different cities and localities have their own
folk dance that represents their tradition, ways and culture. Famous Organization/ Group who paved the way of the birth of
Philippine Dance
Values derived from studying Philippine Folk Dances
1. UP Folk song – Organized by Mrs. Tolentino
1. Strengthening patriotism and nationalism
2. Bayanihan
2. Appreciate the aesthetic value of Philippine Folk dance
3. Filipinescas
3. Preserve the Filipino heritage through folk dancing
4. Filipiniana
4. Promote the Filipino culture through folk dancing
5. Ramon Obusan Folkloric Dance Troupes
5. Gain healthy posture through graceful and rhythmic
coordination
6. Provide a healthy form of relaxation and recreation
These groups perform outside the country. And their success obtain
admiration and appreciation of Filipino Culture by the Foreigners.
Brief History of the Philippine Folk Dances
When the Philippines was discovered by Ferdinand
Magellan in 1521, it got inhabited by different racial groups:
Indonesians, Malays and Pygmies. The offspring of the Pygmies
were the Negritos.
Dancing and Singing has been the principal past time of people. But
the early Filipinos considered dancing as a RELIGIOUS activity.
Factors why people dance in early years:
1. Religious Act
2. Thanks Giving for fruitful harvest
3. Victorious Battle
4. Prosperous voyage
5. Recovery for sickness
6. Death