3.1 Cha-cha Dance PE 201- Physical Education 3 PDF

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Cha-cha

by: Mr. Peter Atienza...

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3.1 Cha-cha Dance Introduction to the Lesson On this topic, we will discuss how the Chacha dance started, its characteristics and basic steps or figures.

Intended Learning Outcomes At the end of the lesson, the student will be able to: 1. explain the history of Cha-cha dance; 2. execute the basic elements: and 3. construct an original routine of Cha-cha dance.

Expectation on the Lesson It is hoped that after the discussion, the student now can explain the history of the dance and execute its basic elements. Also, it is anticipated that they can create their own routine of Chacha by combining all its figures.

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History of the Cha-Cha

Enrique Jorrin Also called the cha-cha-cha, this unmistakable dance originated in Cuba in the 1940s. Composer and violinist Enrique Jorrín developed the dance as a variant of the mambo and rumba. The name is onomatopoeic, derived from the sound of dancers' shoes as they shuffle around the floor. The dance is danced in a steady yet energetic rhythm to authentic Cuban music, Latin rock or Latin pop and is made up of two slower steps followed by three quick steps i.e. cha-cha-cha in a 'one-two-cha-cha-cha' dance rhythm. Even though modern ballroom version of dancing cha-cha gradually continues to evolve with every dance competition; it remains strongly based on its Cuban roots from the 1950's. Cha-Cha Characteristics The cha-cha is a vibrant, flamboyant and playful dance. The light and bubbly feel of the cha-cha gives it a unique sense of fun. The chacha requires small steps and lots of hip motion (Cuban motion), as it is danced in 4/4 time. The fourth beat is split into two, giving it the characteristic rhythm of 2,3,4 and 1. Therefore, five steps are dance to four beats. Cha-Cha Action To dance the cha-cha like a professional, dancers must master Cuban motion, a common hip movement in Latin-style dancing. Cuban motion is a distinct way in which the hips move up and down. The hip movements mainly come from alternately

bending and straightening the knees; as one knee bends (or straightens), the same hip drops (or raises). The basic components of the cha-cha are triple steps and rock steps. Quick, small steps must be maintained throughout the dance. The movement of the hips results from the constant bending and straightening of the knees. Dancers must synchronize each movement as they dance parallel to one another.

Cha-cha Basic Elements Walking Steps Forward Steps Side Steps Rock Steps Cha-cha Dance Syles Forward chacha Side chacha Forward and Backward chacha 123 Forward and Backward chacha

Summary The cha-cha music was originated from Cuba on 1940 by Enrique Jorrin. This dance is very energetic and playful that follows the 4/4 time signature. Take note that the important movements of cha-cha is the footwork and the hip motion to show the Cuban roots of the dance....