ORI TAHITI -The Heiva i Paris starts, the Polynesian dance festival in Europe started in Paris. After the diffusion of the trailers on the social networks and a television appearance,…
Traditional dance As for technique/ style, it really varies. Traditionally, its appropriate to keep your feet flat and both your feet and your knees together while dancing. Feet are slightly…
Ruru A shaking movement of the dancer’s belly and buttocks. In the Tahitian language, “ruru” refers to a shaking motion. Ruru is a step meant to be utilized by soloists…
Varu A hip movement that represents the shape of the figure eight. In the Tahitian language, “varu” refers to the number eight. Varu was last modified: July 23rd, 2017 by…
Ami or Tumami A wide and slow rotation of the hips and pelvis. Unlike faarapu, this move can be executed in either direction. Faarapu is unique due to its distinct…
Ote’a The ʻōteʻa (usually written as otea) is a traditional dance from Tahiti characterized by a rapid hip-shaking motion to percussion accompaniment. The dancers, standing in several rows, may…