Q2 P.E. 9.pptx. Social dance and Dance etiquette

Social dance and etiquette

1. Quarter 2: Physical Education Subject Teacher: Mrs. Lorrelaine S. Rojo

2. DANCE ETIQUETTE OF SOCIAL DANCES AND DANCE MIXERS

3. Dance etiquette is the set of conventional rules which govern the social behavior of social dance by way of its participants. Such policies encompass the manner in which the participants must look and the manner wherein they approach, dance with and leave their partner. Etiquette can vary in its specification and stringency among different forms of dance.

4. Why is dance etiquette significant? Because it helps you fit in with the social dance crowd and makes social interaction easier. It helps you keep the peace and avoid getting into conflicts with other dancers. It shows that you care about and respect other people and most importantly, it helps you build a good reputation for yourself, both as a person and as a dancer.

5. Dance Etiquette: A. What to Wear ATTIRE FORMAL

6.   ATTIRE   GENTLEMEN   LADIES       FORMAL   Tailcoat Tuxedo coat Regular coat Bow tie Regular necktie Black Trouser   Ball Gown Evening Gown Dinner Gown Cocktail Gown

7.   ATTIRE   GENTLEMEN   LADIES     Semi-  FORMAL   Dress shirt and Tie Vest or Sweater that shows the tie Dinner dresses Flowing pants   Dinner Dresses Flowing Pants

8.   ATTIRE   GENTLEMEN   LADIES     Dressy Casual   Solid color T-Shirts Turtle neck Polo Shirt Cotton Slocks   Anything Thatdisplays a conservative toned-down apprearance

9.   ATTIRE   GENTLEMEN   LADIES     LATIN   Button-up Shirt Turtleneck Solid T-shirt Bright colorful outfits are accepted   -Sexy outfits and Long slit skirts -Low Necklines and Exposed Midriffs are popular

10. DON’TS IN TERMS OF OUTFIT AND SHOES:   Do not wear sneaker or any shoe with rubber or spongy sole. Avoid sleeveless shirt and strapped dress. Avoid shaggy, baggy, low armpit upper shirt. Avoid accessories like big rings, watches, brooches, loose/long necklaces and big belt buckles. Long hair should be put up or tied in a pony tail.

11. Dance Etiquette: B. NO-FAULT DANCING Never blame a partner for missed execution of figures Dance to the level of your partner The show must go on, say sorry to your partner if something went wrong.

12. Dance Etiquette: C. PERSONAL GROOMING   BEFORE THE DANCE   DURING THE DANCE   Shower and use deodorant Brush your teeth and use mouthwash/breath mint Abstain from food that produce strong odor Don’t smoke, it causes foul mouth and clothing odor   Check your grooming periodically Freshen up and towel off periodically in the bathroom Carrying an extra shirt is advisable for men in case they need to change

13. Dance Etiquette: D.DEMEANOR - Be personable, smile and make eye contact with partner. - Project positive image on the dance floor even if it’s not your personal style. - Dance at the level of your partner. - If you don’t know the dance, be honest, refuse promptly if asked to dance. - No teaching on the dance floor. It may insult your partner. - Do not cut other dancers off.

14. Dance Etiquette: E. ON THE DANCE FLOOR Line of Direction (Counter clockwise) While on the Floor ( Avoid colliding with other pairs) Be Polite (Thank you or Compliment your partner) Accompany your partner back to her seat

15. Dance etiquette is right here to ensure everyone has a great time in social dance setting, so be aware of it. Your outfit and accessories need to be comfortable, safe and also reflect the way of life and level of formality of the dance group. Most importantly, remember your dance shoes. Ask everyone to dance but not monopolize one partner for the entire night. Today’s beginner will be the good dancers of tomorrow, so be nice to them and dance with them. Do not decline a dance except you absolutely have to. Be considerate of other couples on the floor. Exercise good floor craft. Do not cut other couples off. Stationary dancers stay in the middle, traveling dancers move on the boundary along the line of dance. Avoid patterns that your partner cannot do. Never blame your partner for missteps and no unsolicited teaching on the floor. Most importantly, you should smile, be warm, be personable and be nice.

16. Social dance is dance which is recreational and generally executed with a partner and in groups or as a community activity for fun and enjoyment. Social dances and dance mixers are dances. Sometimes it does not require a partner but actually some people in an institution or community.

17. Many social dances are dance mixers and the primary function is that people ought to mix and often exchange partners . The optimum purpose of social dances involve organizations of people enjoying activity within sets where groups and couples regularly change places or even partners . Some of the primary forms of group dancing within sets known as ‘country dancing’ are those in which couples are aligned in either longways, circular or columnar formation, or in squares called ‘quadrilles’

18. Latin American Dances Origin Modern Standard Dances Origin Cha-Cha-Cha Rumba Samba Paso Doble Jive/Boogie Swing Merengue Salsa Mambo Cuba Cuba Brazil Spain USA USA Dominican Republic Cuba Cuba Slow Waltz Tango Viennese Waltz Foxtrot Quickstep Austria Argentina Vienna USA USA

19. Latin dance distinguish themselves by the costumes worn by the performers. they are somewhat revealing, tight-fitting, sexy yet sophisticated in nature and by the nature of the movements.

20. Standard dances wear formal, ankle-length gowns for female and coat-and-tie for males. most of the time, movements in these are restricted to close ballroom position with partner

21. Social or ballroom dances are different from dance sports because the latter is freer in nature and primarily intended to widen one’s social horizon for recreation and fitness.

22. BENEFITS Improves your social life. Improves your social Skills Helps Sharpen your Mind Reduces Stress Provides New Cultural Experience Improves your outlook Builds strength