Modern Dance

UNIT 2: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE

Intended Learning outcomes:

 Participates in an organized event that addresses health/dance
issues and concerns.
 Displays initiative, responsibility and leadership in

sports activities.
 Recognizes one’s potentials for health and dance related career

opportunities.
 Organizes dance event for a target health issues or concern
 Demonstrates proper etiquette and safety in the use of facilities

and equipment
LESSON 3: MODERN DANCE
LESSON OBJECTIVES:
At the end of the lesson, the students will strengthen knowledge on the
difference of modern and contemporary dance and to engage critical studies
and histories of dance, performance with rigor and curiosity;
You may wonder what is the difference between all the different styles of
dance. Well before Contemporary dance and Modern dance there was Ballet
but later on there were ballerinas that wanted a style of dance that broke
away from the rigid structure of ballet. That is where Modern dance and
Contemporary came along.
LESSON 3: MODERN DANCE
LESSON OBJECTIVES:
The modern dance styles does not have set rules. Modern
dancers often create their own dance routines using their
emotions and moods.
Modern dancers prefer a more relaxed and free style of

dancing. While ballerinas try to be light on their feet, modern
dancers use body weight to increase movement.
Contemporary dance is a style of expressive dance that
combines elements of several dance genres including modern,
jazz, lyrical and classical ballet. Contemporary dancers strive to
connect the mind and the
body through fluid dance movements. The term “contemporary” is
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somewhat misleading: it describes a genre that developed during
the mid- 20th century and is still very popular today.
Contemporary dance stresses versatility and improvisation, unlike
the strict, structured nature of ballet. Contemporary dancers focus
on floor work, using gravity to pull them down to the floor. This
dance genre is often done in bare feet. Contemporary dance can be
performed to many different styles of music.
Modern Dance Benefits

If most of the dances were concern over lack of co-ordination is
keeping you away from dance classes, trying some modern dance
moves is a very good, safe place to start.
Modern dance moves are all designed to encourage freedom of
movement and personal interpretation while waving in many varied
and demanding steps and positions.
HERE ARE SOME OF THE MOST IMPORTANT BENEFITS OF
MODERN DANCE.
 People who do modern dance increase their strength and flexibility. They also
develop their sense of balance and improve agility and coordination.
 In a similar way, they develop their body awareness and get the habit of good
posture, which will be important in other areas of their lives.
 Dance helps kids and gives them advantages in other disciplines.

 It’s an effective tool for relieving stress and making kids feel relaxed. With dance,
they gain a positive attitude toward life and reinforce the idea of committing to
health activities.
 Dance classes are very fun. Beyond that, they offer kids the chance to make new
friends. These classes stimulate their social abilities and strengthen their sense of
belonging to a group and make it easier for them to integrate themselves
LESSON 4: CONTEMPORARY DANCE 7
Contemporary is an important genre of dance performed in

societies around the world, celebrated by people both young
and old. Developed during the 20th century, contemporary
dance involves incorporating aspects of movement from
several other genres such as jazz, modern and ballet.
It became one of the dominant genres for formally trained

dancers throughout the world, with particularly strong
popularity in the U.S. and Europe.
What is the difference between folk dance and a contemporary dance?
How can you differentiate contemporary dance to modern dance? What is

their significant?
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UNIT 3: BALLROOM DANCE

Ballroom dancing is a world of class, tradition, and
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passion. There is a great history behind ballroom

dancing, both competitively and recreationally
speaking. “Ball” is derived from the Latin word
“ballare” which means “to dance”. Modern ballroom
dancing comprises of the five dance styles, and they
are slow foxtrot, Viennese waltz, modern waltz, tango
and quickstep. These dances are famous all over the
world, and they are not only performed in social
gatherings, but in competitions as well.
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Ballroom dancing traces its origins to the early 20th century, when the West
End establishments were developing the art of ballroom dancing. The World’s
leading board for ballroom dance examinations, the Imperial Society of
Teachers of Dancing (ISTD), was established in 1904. There were some notable
people who were instrumental in the development and promotion of modern
ballroom dance including:
Josephine Bradley, the ‘First Lady’ and world class champion of
ballroom dance;
GK Anderson who founded the English style;
Lady Humphries who helped establish the Modern Ballroom Dance Faculty of
the Imperial Society; and
Alex Moore who contributed to the writing of Technique of Ballroom
Dancing.
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1. The Waltz
The Waltz is one of the dances that are included in the International Style
ballroom dance category. It follows a slow rhythm, and it is danced to about 30
bars or 90 beats per minute. Usually, one step is taken for every beat, or three
steps for every measure. Despite having a slow tempo, the waltz can have
advanced figures that may require six steps per measure, which may be
complemented with various turns. In dance sport competitions, waltz features
as the first singles dance in the standard category. It was previously called slow
waltz.
2. The Tango
Tango is a ballroom dance that originated from Argentina. There are two broad styles
of modern day ballroom tango, which are the American Style and the International
Style. Even both styles are very popular, the International style is preferred in dance
competitions. The American style, on the other hand, gives the dancers more
freedom, whereby open moves such as alternate hand holds, underarm turns, and
side-by-side choreograph can be executed.
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3. The Foxtrot
Foxtrot is a ballroom dance that was popularized by
actor Harry Fox, Foxtrot was originally performed to big
band music. However, after the release of the song “Rock
Around The Clock” during the 1950s, foxtrot became
synonymous with roc and roll music.
4. The Quickstep
Quickstep is a ballroom dance which is similar to
foxtrot, but the dance patterns are very different. The
patterns in quickstep have an extra half measure as well as
multiples of measure, and the time beat that is usually
followed is 2/4 or 4/4. Since quickstep was developed for
jazz music, the tempo of the dance is quite fast.
The cha-cha is one of the five main Latin ballroom
dances most frequently taught in dance schools around the
world. The steps are compact and based partly on
the rumba and mambo, with plenty of hip and pelvic
movements. The basic forward movement is supplemented
with various turns, dips, and slides.
The cha-cha is a lively, flirtatious ballroom dance full of

passion and energy. The classic "Cuban motion" gives the cha-
cha its style. Partners work together to synchronize each
movement in perfect alignment.
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Overall benefits of Ballroom Dancing

•improving fitness levels.
•providing an opportunity to socialize.
•increasing concentration.
•good academic scores.
•encouraging healthy growth and
development.
•improving self-esteem.
•better posture and balance.
•lowering stress.
THANK YOU
Basic Cheerleading Routine
Lesson Objectives:
At the end of the lesson, the students will design and execute complex routines that require
considerable stamina, discipline and physical skill.
Cheerleading is an effective way to stay in shape and show team spirit. It requires dedication,
skills, technique, strength and flexibility. Your team can create basic cheerleading routines
that are unique to your squad by putting some thought into how your chant and motions
connect with the crowd. Some of the most important factors are beat, easy to remember
words and excitement that compels your fans to get on their feet and show team spirit.
Build Your Routine
1. Find a beat you like

Use a popular song or create an easy beat using a eight- count. Enlist a percussionist who is
willing to tap out the beat until your team learns the routine. The drum beat can help your
squad follow the beat faster as long as the beat isn’t louder than the cheer.
2. Add words to your beat

The words don’t have to rhyme, but rhyming can help the squad and fans learn the cheer faster. The words can be
geared to a specific sport or a general cheer that your squad can use for any type of sport in which your school
participates. Write down the words and edit them as needed to create the most effective cheer.
Create a Cheerleading Chant
Know that the cheerleading clap is not just a clap. Most squads use the clap to keep the
routine sharp. Hands must be rigid so the clap is precise, so don't bend your fingers at all or
curl the fingers of one hand over the other.
Use your hands frequently, as there are five basic hand positions: blades, daggers, buckets,
candlesticks and knockers. With each of these positions, there are two important things to
remember. Always keep your wrists rigid and when your hands are in fists, always keep your
thumbs on the outside.
Keep your voice low and loud and keep a smile on your face. If you yell from your chest
instead of from your throat, your voice will be naturally louder and carry further. If you look
like you are having fun, the crowd will have fun.
Create a chant using basic team information like inserting the mascot's name, your team color o
your school name however you like. There are some basic chants that can be used for any sport
chants.
Utilize ideas from the cheerleaders online site (see Resources below). Many times coaches and
cheerleaders will collaborate together to create chants and cheers and there are plenty of online
resources for new chants.
Tips
The difference between a cheerleading "cheer" and a "chant" are the
moves and words. Cheers are typically more melodic, have a verse and chorus and include a
stunt or jump. Chants incorporate only basic movements, have a simple, repeating rhythm and
usually don't contain jumps.

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UNIT 2: MODERN AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE

Intended Learning outcomes:

 Displays initiative, responsibility and leadership in

 Recognizes one’s potentials for health and dance related career

 Demonstrates proper etiquette and safety in the use of facilities

Modern dancers prefer a more relaxed and free style of

Modern Dance Benefits

 Dance helps kids and gives them advantages in other disciplines.

Contemporary is an important genre of dance performed in

It became one of the dominant genres for formally trained

How can you differentiate contemporary dance to modern dance? What is

UNIT 3: BALLROOM DANCE

passion. There is a great history behind ballroom

The cha-cha is a lively, flirtatious ballroom dance full of

Overall benefits of Ballroom Dancing

1. Find a beat you like

2. Add words to your beat

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