DANCE TERMS COMMON TO FOLK DANCES

HAPAY To flourish or offer a handkerchief, a hat or a glass of wine. This is a Tagalog dance term.

Alcamfor -The dance originated from Leyte, a province in Visayan Region. It is so named because of the handkerchief the girl holds laced with camphor oil, a substance which suposedly induces romance.

• BOW OR SALUDO – Partners bow to each other to opposite dancers or to the.
• COUNTER CLOCKWISE – The reverse direction of clockwise, the hands of the.
• FREE HAND – The hand not doing anything.
• OPPOSITE – The person standing in opposite position across the set.

FOLK DANCE

Health benefits of dancing

• improved condition of your heart and lungs.
• increased muscular strength, endurance and motor fitness.
• increased aerobic fitness.
• improved muscle tone and strength.
• weight management.
• stronger bones and reduced risk of osteoporosis.
• better coordination, agility and flexibility.

Answer. Answer: Mambo is a fast and spicy dance characterized by strong Cuban Motion, staccato movement, and expression of rhythm through the body.

Danzón. Danzón is the official music and dance of Cuba and dates back to the late 1800s. Danzón isn’t just an important root of music and dance in Cuban culture – it’s an important basis for world music in general. Partners perform the slow, formal dance of danzón to music written in 2/4 time.

The cha-cha-cha (also called cha-cha), is a dance of Cuban origin. It is danced to the music of the same name introduced by Cuban composer and violinist Enrique Jorrin in the early 1950s. This rhythm was developed from the danzón-mambo.

Don’t show off or perform dips, drops, aerials or tricks during a social dance, even if you are both accomplished dancers. It’s inconsiderate and extremely dangerous. Don’t use this dance opportunity to “teach” your partner dance steps…. especially if your partner hasn’t asked for any help.

Extend your left hand, palm up (slightly above waist level) to your potential dance partner and offer her your hand. Ask her one of these phrases: “Would you like to dance?” “May I have this dance” etc. Smile/look happy as you do so.

How does the lady accept the dance invitation from the man? says “yes I will dance with you.”

Wear clothing that makes it easy and enjoyable to dance, both for yourself and your partner. Regardless of how informal the dance is, always wear dance shoes. Do not wear sneakers or other shoes with rubber or spongy soles. They can stick to the floor during turns and spins and cause ankle and knee injuries.

The Basics of Dance Class Etiquette

• Dress appropriately and come prepared.
• Don’t chew gum or bring food and drinks (a closed water bottle is okay) into the studio.
• Never wear dance shoes outside the studio or wear street shoes in the studio.
• Don’t wear dangling or sharp-edged jewelry.

The modern standard dances include Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Quickstep, and Viennese Waltz, and the Latin American Dances include Rumba, Cha Cha Cha, Samba, Jive, and Paso doble. In the standard dances, the couple maintains contact hold, whereas in Latin American dances, non-contact positions are generally taken.

The Best Ways to Warm Up Before Dance Class

• Brisk walking.
• Jumping jacks or small jumps in place.
• Light jogging, marching, prancing, skipping (around the room or in place)
• Lunges across the floor or a large Charleston step.
• Push Ups.

5 Things You Should Never Do Before a Dance Performance

• Eat a Huge Feast.
• Do Anything that Could Get You Injured.
• Wait Until the Last Minute to Do Your Makeup and Hair.
• Skimp on Your Warmup.
• Say “Good Luck” or “Break a Leg”

21 Things To NEVER Do In Dance Class

1. Compare yourself to others.
2. Stretch without being warm.
3. Put another dancer down.
4. Ask to go to the bathroom during the first two minutes of class.
5. Do your hair in a way that you know will fall out when you’re turning.

According to a study, dancing helps you keep your heart healthy. People who dance regularly are at a lower risk of heart problems.

If it’s a sudden injury, it’s best to apply ice first to reduce swelling and inflammation. RICE treatment is a common approach that involves rest, ice, compression and elevation. After a few days, you can switch to heat to increase blood flow to the area and promote healing.