Tamau
The lateral movement of the hips that exists in four distinct patterns: tahiri tamau, tamau taere, tamau tahito, paoti tamau, also called haere tifene. In Tahitian language, tamau means “to tie”, or a “bond” and refers to a continuous link.
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Aparima As stated earlier, the dance Tavana and Roiti created, the ‘ahuroa, was rooted within the dance form, the ‘ aparima. Translated, ‘aparima means “movement of the hand,” with apa…
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As every year, the fire dance contest named ‘TE AHI NUI’ took place at the hotel ‘Le Méridien Tahiti’… This cultural event is the only competition for the fire knife…
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Guinness Book: Ori Tahiti event in Mexico ! Thousands of dancers from Mexico gathered to set a record on Saturday, September 5th. More than 1000 people entered the event, including men and…
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Heiva I Tahiti : the past 3 nights The Heiva I Tahiti has kept its promises : groups of singers and dancers were part of a magnificent show. All dancers…
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HEIVA I PARIS PARIS – FRANCE- EUROPE SEPTEMBER 11 & SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 The Heiva i Paris is the Official Festival and Competition of Tahitian Dance in Europe. An exceptional jury…