Traditional Dancing in this culture is very important because it is linked with all aspects of life. There are different styles of Tahitian dances one would have in a performance. Hand movements are always just as important as the hip movements because they tell stories. During the styles of dancing that have lyrics, they translate the story to the audience through their hands. During o’teas, they make their own stories to the drum beats that are being played. It is also a tradition for men to dance as well. Although different Tahitian groups have different styles of dancing, all must dance with their feet flat on the floor and shake their hips big without their shoulders
Traditional Dancing in this culture is very important because it is linked with all aspects of life. There are different styles of Tahitian dances one would have in a performance. Hand movements are always just as important as the hip movements because they tell stories. During the styles of dancing that have lyrics, they translate the story to the audience through their hands. During o’teas, they make their own stories to the drum beats that are being played. It is also a tradition for men to dance as well. Although different Tahitian groups have different styles of dancing, all must dance with their feet flat on the floor and shake their hips big without their shoulders