PEH 103 - Midterm Exams

Dance

A rhythmic, expressive movement of the body, often performed to music, used to convey emotions, tell stories, celebrate cultural traditions, and engage in physical activity. 

Expressive

Dance is a form of non-verbal communication that conveys emotions, stories, and ideas through movement.

Rhythmic

Dance involves movements that are synchronized with a beat or rhythm, whether it be music, natural sounds, or even silence. 

Cultural

Dance is deeply rooted in cultural traditions and can reflect the customs, values, and beliefs of a society.

Physical

Dance is a physical activity that involves coordination, balance, flexibility, and strength.

Aesthetic

Dance is often created with an artistic intention, focusing on form, beauty, and the visual and emotional impact of movement.

Social

Dance can be a social activity that brings people together for celebration, ritual, or recreation. 

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen to meet the demands of prolonged physical activity (Aerobic exercise)

Muscular Strength 

The maximal force that can be generated by a specific muscle or group of muscles. 

Muscular Endurance 

The ability of a muscle or muscle group to sustain repeated contractions (perform work) overtime to fatigue. 

Body Composition

Is the ratio of fat to lean mass (muscle, bone, etc.) in the body, reflecting overall health and fitness.

Flexibility 

The ability of a joint to move through its normal, full range of motion.

Power 

A person's ability to transfer energy into force at a rapid pace also known as explosive body movement (combination of strength and speed).

Principles of training program  

Fundamental guidelines that ensure exercise routines are effective, safe, and tailored to  achieve specific fitness goals. 

Frequency

 How often you exercise

Intensity

How hard you exercise

Time

How long you exercise during each session

Type

The kind of exercise you do

BEFORE Dance Participation 

1. Appropriate Footwear and Attire 

2. Warm-up 

3. Proper Technique 

4. Environment Check

DURING Dance Participation

1. Hydration 

2. Monitor Technique 

3. Listen to your body 

AFTER Dance Participation

1. Cool-Down 

2. Rest 

3. Injury Management 

PROGRESSION

PROVRBS: To gradually increase intensity 

REGULARITY

PROVRBS: To be consistent in exercise schedule

OVERLOAD

PROVRBS: To push the body beyond usual limits for improvement

VARIETY

PROVRBS: To mix exercises to prevent boredom

RECOVERY

PROVRBS: To ensure rest periods for repair and strength

BALANCE

PROVRBS: To address all fitness areas equally

SPECIFICITY

PROVRBS: To select exercises to match specific goals

Body 

In dance, it is the mobile figure or shape, felt by the dancer, seen by others.

Action 

any human movement included in the act of dancing

Symmetrical

A type of bodily shape where movements are practically identical or similar on both sides (balance shape)

Asymmetrical

A type of bodily shape where movements of two sides of the body do not match or completely different from each other (unbalance shape)

Group of Shapes

A group of dancers performing a movement where dancers are arranged in narrow, wide, rounded, angular, symmetrical, asymmetrical,  and are viewed together as a total picture

Space

It refers to how a dancer uses the physical area around them

Direction

A spatial element where dance movements can travel in any direction

Size

A spatial element where movements can be varied by doing larger or smaller actions

Level

A spatial element where movements can be done at a high, medium, or low level.

Focus

A spatial element where performers may change their focus by looking at different directions

Time

The keyword for this element is When?

Energy

This element is about how the movement happens.

Sustained

A quality of dance energy where movements are done smoothly, continuously, and with flow and control.

Percussive

A quality of dance energy where movements are explosive/sharp in contrast w/ sustained movements.

Vibratory

A quality of dance energy where movements consist of trembling and shaking

Swinging

A quality of dance energy where movements trace a curved line or an arc in a space

Suspended

A quality of dance energy where movements are perched or hanging on air

Collapsing

A quality of dance energy where movements are released in tension and gradually give into gravity, letting the body descend on the floor.

Philippine Traditional Dance

It encompasses folk dances, reflecting daily life and local customs with vibrant costumes and rhythms

Modern Dance

It focuses on expressive, innovative movement, breaking from classical ballet.

Contemporary Dance

It blends various styles and techniques, emphasizing experimentation and addressing current themes.

Recreational Ballroom Dance

A ballroom dance used for social enjoyment at events

Competitive Ballroom Dance

A ballroom dance with formal techniques judged in competitions for precision and style. 

Cheerdance

It is a performance sport that combines cheerleading and dance

Hip-Hop/Street Dance

It is an energetic dance style from urban areas, featuring freestyle improvisation and techniques

Festival Dance

It is a vibrant and energetic dance performed during local or cultural festivals