POINTERS TO REMEMBER

Scenery

The background or setting of a dance performance.

Itik-itik

A folk dance that originated in the Visayas, with steps that mimic the movements of a duck.

Tinikling

A folk dance that originated in the Visayas and imitates the movements of the tikling bird.

Sayaw sa Bangko

A folk dance performed on top of a narrow bench that requires good balance and acrobatic movements.

Binasuan

A folk dance from Pangasinan that involves balancing glasses while performing.

Binasuan

A dance structurally similar to Pandanggo sa Ilaw because both involve balancing objects.

Music

The auditory background to which a dancer moves.

Functional Movement

Movement that maintains an anatomical and physiological perspective.

Theme

The most basic element of dance that conveys the message of a dance.

Design

A pattern of movement in time and space.

Movement

The bodily actions of the dancer that include the dancer's steps.

Choreography

The figures and steps in dancing that enable dancers to perform in an organized manner.

3

The number of oil lamps balanced in Pandanggo sa Ilaw: one on the head and one in each hand.

Tango

A ballroom dance known for its dramatic and passionate movements.

Quickstep

A ballroom dance characterized by quick, energetic movements and fast footwork.

Cha-cha “Cuban motion”

Another term used for the Cha-cha-cha.

1920s

The decade when women became active in cheerleading.

1920

The year commonly associated with the first women becoming active in cheerleading.

Jazz Hands

An arm motion with open palms and spread fingers that shows excitement and enthusiasm.

Tuck Jump

Which jump requires the dancer to bring both knees up close to their chest?

1. Core and Balls of the Feet

2. On one hand while resting his body on that same elbow

1. The parts of the body that provide power and support when executing a jump.

2. where in jackhammer

Base Stance / Center Point - head

The position or reference point used when maintaining balance and control during a head move.

Power Moves

The category of Breaking movements that includes explosive and acrobatic tricks.

Head Spin

A Breaking power move performed by spinning on the head, often with protection to reduce friction.

Windmill

A Breaking power move involving spinning on the upper back while the legs twirl above the body.

Breaking

A street dance style, also known as break dancing, under which movements such as Head Spin and Windmill are categorized.

Rumba

is considered by many to be the most romantic and sensual of all Latin ballroom dance. It is often referred to as the “ Grandfather of the Latin dances.

Tango

is one of the most fascinating of all ballroom dances. This sensual ballroom originated in South America in the early 20^th century.