Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Cruise Stop #19 - Philippines


Students learned an activity from the Philippines called "Tinikling." This is a dance done while moving one’s feet in and out of bamboo poles that are constantly moving. Individuals in the middle of the poles jump in many different ways in an effort to keep the activity interesting and fun. This activity was modified for younger students by using jump ropes or poles that stayed in place instead of moving. Students enjoyed watching a video of students from the Philippines doing a choreographed tinikling routine to music.