GALAW PILIPINAS AND BAGONG PILIPINAS: SPRINGBOARD TO BALANCE, ENERGY, RHYTHM, AND TONING (BERT) DANCE FOR WELLNESS PROGRAM

Abstract

This study assessed the level of acceptability of Galaw Pilipinas, Bagong Pilipinas Hymn, and the developed Balance, Energy, Rhythm, and Toning (BERT) dance for wellness program. Using a quantitative approach with descriptive and inferential designs, 75 teachers and 315 students from the Koronadal City Division participated in the evaluation during the school year 2024-2025. Findings indicated that Galaw Pilipinas is generally acceptable (M = 2.85, SD = 0.67), with the tune receiving the highest rating (M = 2.92, SD = 0.69), while movement was rated the lowest (M = 2.79, SD = 0.66), suggesting areas for improvement in execution and complexity. The Bagong Pilipinas Hymn also received an overall acceptable rating (M = 2.58, SD = 0.68), with the message rated highest (M = 2.64, SD = 0.66), while tempo had the lowest score (M = 2.47, SD = 0.68), indicating the need for refinements in pacing and engagement. Teachers rated both programs more favorably than students, possibly due to their understanding of the programs’ objectives. Meanwhile, BERT was rated as highly acceptable (M = 3.43, SD = 0.60), with the message receiving the highest rating (M = 3.51, SD = 0.60) and the tune rated the lowest (M = 3.34, SD = 0.61). These findings highlighted the need for enhancements in movement complexity, musical composition, and alignment with respondents’ engagement to improve the overall effectiveness of the programs.

Keywords: Galaw Pilipinas, Bagong Pilipinas Hymn, BERT, acceptability, dance for wellness, movement, music