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Jun 18, 2021 · Sing along and learn with The Kiboomers preschool songs & nursery rhymes! It's the Limbo Stick Dance! Here are super fun dance music songs - perfect for a preschool, kindergarten or toddler...
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- The Kiboomers - Kids Music Channel
Apr 13, 2020 · Enjoy the quarantine @ home, stay safe. Teacher: Valentina Savoia Song: Limbo - Daddy Yankee Class: Dance for kids @ De Hallen - Amsterdam. During Coronavirus our dance classes for kids...
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- Bailemos Amsterdam - Latin Dance School
Jul 20, 2010 · Find out just how low you can go by dancing the limbo with your friends. Step 1: Have a friend hold the stick waist-high Have a friend hold the stick so that one end is at their waist and the...
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In this video, we’re diving into the new dance craze: The Limbo Dance by DJ Raphi! 🕺💃 Whether you're a dance pro or just looking to have some fun in class or even at a party, this Limbo Dance will have you moving and dancing in no time. Hit that play button and let’s dance! ****
- Overview
- Setting Up the Game
- Playing Classic Limbo
- Trying Limbo Variations
First introduced in Trinidad and Tobago, the limbo is a traditional calypso dance often performed at wakes and funerals. In the 1960s, musicians like Chubby Checker popularized the dance around the world, turning it into a popular party game.
Traditionally, people played limbo with a broom, but any long rod will work. For quick solutions, try using a wrapping paper roll, curtain rod, pool noodle, or a smooth stick from outside. Ropes, cables, and similar items can also work as long as you have people to hold them tight.
Have two people hold the pole parallel to the ground.
At the beginning of the game, hold the rod high enough so that the tallest player can get under it easily. Professional limbo kits include stands to hold the pole, but you can also just have two people hold it by the ends.
Line up players behind the pole.
Have all participating players stand in a straight line behind the limbo pole. Keep the line at least 3 feet (0.91 m) away from the rod itself, that way the current player has room to manoeuvre.
Find a song to play (optional).
Have players bend backwards and go under the stick without touching it.
The goal of limbo is to successfully pass underneath the stick without letting it touch any part of your body. Players cannot crouch, duck, or crawl to pass under, meaning they have to bend backwards to get beneath the pole.
For older groups looking for a challenge, try adding additional rules like “Your hands cannot touch the ground” or “Your hands must stay behind your back.”
Lower the stick and start a new round.
After everyone has had a turn, lower the stick by 2 to 3 in (5.1 to 7.6 cm) or however much seems appropriate for your group. Then, have everyone pass under again. As the game continues, it will get harder and harder to pass underneath the pole.
Disqualify a player if they fall over or touch the stick.
Use a water hose as a pole on hot days.
Hook your hose up to a water faucet and turn it on. Hold your thumb over the hose opening to create a stream of water. As with normal limbo, have players pass under the water, disqualifying players that get wet.
Use a flashlight as a pole so you can play in the dark.
Turn on your flashlight and hold it horizontally, creating a beam of light. Have everyone pass under the beam, disqualifying players that touch the light. This can be done in a clear, outdoor location at night or in a room with the lights turned off.
Wear hats or pillows for a fun challenge.
To make the game a bit more difficult and zany, have players wear big, tall hats or stuff their shirts with pillows. The added bulk will make it harder to move and the added girth will make it harder to avoid the pole.
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The Limbo Dance: Background and History. by Daria Marmaluk-Hajioannou. Have you ever enjoyed the limbo with your kids or your classroom? It’s great fun and can be adapted to almost any age, grade or ability level.
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If you need some help getting started, jump online to check out How To Limbo Dance. Be sure to invite plenty of friends and family members to join you! Could limbo dancing improve your health? Maybe! Read through Go Low: Know the Benefits of Limbo Dancing online. The next time you need some exercise, try limbo dancing instead!
