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Hermosa Festival
also known as the “Fiesta Pilar”
Different Types Of Festival Dances In The Philippines is an annual religious and cultural celebration in
Zamboanga City, Philippines, held every
Why we celebrate Festival Dances? October.
- To honor culture, religion, and history is the It honors the Nuestra Señora La Virgen del Pilar
main reason communities celebrating festival (Our Lady of the Pillar), the city’s patron saint
dances and a significant religious icon for Catholics in
- Festival dances are a way to preserve and pass the region.
down traditions, customs, and cultural practices
to future generations. Five Regions In The Philippines Known For Their
- To celebrate the identity, beliefs, and traditions Indigenous Festival Dances:
of a community.
- they serve to strengthen social bonds within
communities. Cordillera Administrative Region (CAR)
Celebrates festivals such as the Lang-ay Festival
Sayaw sa Obando (Mountain Province) and Ullalim Festival
(Kalinga), showcasing the region's rich
" is traditionally performed to ask for fertility
indigenous cultures, dances, and rituals.
blessings.
Ilocos Region (Region I)
Kadayawan Features festivals like the Tobacco Festival and
Pamulinawen Festival that incorporate
is an annual celebration that honors the
traditional dances reflecting Ilocano heritage
bountiful harvest and cultural heritage of the
and practices.
people in the Davao region.
Western Visayas (Region VI)
The festival serves as a tribute to Davao’s
Home to the Ati-Atihan Festival (Aklan) and
cultural heritage, particularly honoring the 11
Binirayan Festival (Antique), which honor the
indigenous tribes of the region.
culture and traditions of the Ati people and
Sinulog early settlers.
Northern Mindanao (Region X)
is one of the most famous and vibrant festivals
Celebrates the Kaamulan Festival (Bukidnon),
in the Philippines, held annually in Cebu City.
showcasing the traditional dances of the
is a grand celebration that combines religious
region's seven indigenous tribes, such as the
devotion, cultural tradition, and festive
Manobo and Higaonon.
merriment.
Caraga Region (Region XIII)
Panagbenga Festival Known for the Naliyagan Festival (Agusan del
Sur) and other festivities highlighting the dances
is a Kankanaey term that means "season of and rituals of its indigenous communities, like
blooming." the Mamanwa and Manobo tribes.
The festival was first held in 1995 to celebrate
Baguio's recovery from the devastating 1990
earthquake and to honor the city's thriving
flower industry.
MassKara Festival
is an annual festival celebrated in Bacolod City,
Philippines, known as the "City of Smiles.”
It is a vibrant and colorful event that symbolizes
the resilience, optimism, and creativity of the
Bacolodnons.
A power move in breaking where the dancer
HIPHOP DANCE spins on their back, with legs extended in a
Hip-hop dance is a collection of street dance circular motion.
styles performed to hip-hop music or other It's a visually impressive move that requires
genres that have been influenced by hip-hop strength and control.
culture.
"Street dance" is a term often used to describe
hip-hop dance, as it developed outside of
traditional dance studios.
Hip-hop dance is typically performed with
synchronized movements to the beat of the
music.
Characteristics:
Freestyle (Improvisation): Dancers often create
movements on the spot. Emphasize personal
expression rather than strict choreography.
Rhythmic Movements: Strong connection to
the beats and rhythms of music.
Expressiveness: Focus on self-expression and
individuality.
Energy and Attitude: Dynamic movements
combined with a confident performance style.
Five Foundational Moves In Hip-Hop Dance
Toprock
A foundational standing move often used in
breaking (breakdancing).
It involves rhythmic footwork and serves as the
introduction before transitioning into floorwork.
Six-Step
A fundamental breaking move where the dancer
moves in a circular pattern on the floor using six
steps.
It's the basis for more advanced footwork
sequences.
Freeze
A stationary pose held by the dancer, typically
on their hands or elbows.
Freezes are often used to punctuate or finish a
sequence with style.
Moonwalk
A smooth gliding motion where the dancer
appears to move backward while walking
forward.
Popularized by Michael Jackson, it has become a
classic move in hip-hop dance.
Windmill
