#gumbootdance

#Repost @blackpearldance(@repost_via_instant) #GumbootDance #bootdance #dancebaby #dance #tradition Gumboot dancing originated in the gold mines of South Africa. The mine workers were not allowed to communicate with one another. The workers developed their own form of communication by slapping their gumboot covered feet with their hands. Over time, the workers developed this into a creative art form, now known as Gumboot Dancing. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bst8tUlhAlg/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=rkxldq76fnct

This is the traditional South African gumboot dance. Mine workers used to be barred from most forms of entertainment, so they created this dance. As part of the Happy Feet project at the Langa Township, youngsters learn about positive life values through picking up the dance #gumbootdance #Langatownship #southafrica #capetown (at Langa Township)