The study looked into the different folkdances in Camarines Sur. Specifically, it documented the origin, costumes, music and most importantly the movements and figures. Bicolano traits depicted in the head, hands, hip and foot movement were also considered. Descriptive-qualitative methods were used in the study. Descriptive method was used in describing the various folk dances and practices of key informants in the demonstration and presentation. Qualitative method was employed to uncover the details and cultural underpinnings of folkdances. It employed documentary analysis, unstructured interview, actual observation and video recording/photo coverage. Findings revealed five folkdances in Camarines Sur such as lagaylay, pastora, flores de Mayo, Sta Clara and Sta Elena. Lagaylay is a re-enactment of the discovery of the holy cross by Sta. Elena done in two-hour song and dance performance. Pastora is Bicolanos beautiful commemoration of Christmas. Sta Clara is a thanksgiving for the good harvest and good health of the people. Flores de Mayo is a celebration of the beneficial rains by giving praise to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Sta. Elena is a religious and war dance in the search of Saint Helena for the cross on which Jesus died. Movement of the head, hands, hip and foot during the dance depicted Bicolano traits.
