Kung Fu Warriors Perform Breathtaking Lion Dance Ritual | new year celebrations

Описание: The Chinese New Year lion dance is a vibrant traditional performance believed to bring good luck, drive away evil spirits, and usher in prosperity for the coming year. Performed by two dancers inside a single costume, it is a hallmark of Lunar New Year celebrations globally. 🎊🧧#chinesenewyear #krishi_tanu #Tradition #Performance #celebration

celebrated at kung fu school of shaolin , coon rapids, Minnesota, USA.

Warding off evil with loud drums, gongs, and clashing cymbals, the dance aims to frighten away the legendary beast Nian and other malevolent spirits. The lion then performs the ritual of "Plucking the Green" (Cai Qing), "eating" symbolic items like lettuce (representing wealth) and oranges (representing longevity), often tied to a red envelope (hongbao) with money. A skilled performance beautifully mimics a lion's emotions, including curiosity, joy, hunger, and suspicion. 🦁🥁🍊 #Drums #Gongs #Cymbals #Beast #Spirits #Ritual #Lion #Lettuce #Oranges #Wealth #Longevity #Envelope #Money #Performance #Emotions #Curiosity #Joy #Hunger #Suspicion

Lion dance performances demand incredible teamwork, with one person controlling the head and the other the tail, perfectly synchronizing movements and lifts. Performers often navigate by looking through the lion's mouth, though some costumes require precise peeking through gaps while keeping faces concealed. These athletic displays require immense leg strength, balance, and coordination, frequently featuring high-pole jumps and dynamic martial arts sequences! 🦁🤸‍♂️ #Performance #Training #Teamwork #Visibility #Athleticism