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Interactive Gumboot
Dancing
‘Gumboot dancing
originated in the gold mines of Johannesburg, deep down in the shafts.
The miners used the sounds of stepping together, smacking their boots,
clapping their hands and dancing together to create a gumboot dance rhythm
to distract them from the long treacherous hours beneath the ground and
to operate as a team..’
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“dance
like nobody is watching you...”
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Briefing:
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A pair
of gumboots and ankle shakers will be provided for each delegate (Hardhats
and/or bandannas on occasion).
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We will teach you how
to use the gumboots and your body to make the slapping and stomping noises
and a traditional song.
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Soon you will know the
whole dance sequence – your whole company will join in the synergy.
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Depending on the size
of the group, we will split you into smaller groups, you will then work
together – very synchronized – staging your own “industrial
theatre”!.
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Culminating in an event
enjoyed by all.
“Everyone
is energized, motivated and focused”
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“The
gumboot dancing was unbelievable and all my guests thought so too.. ”
FUJITSU SIEMENS"
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Requirements
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A level
space, big enough for each delegate to stand/move/dance comfortably.
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Each person to bring their
own pair of thick socks (knee high rugby socks for instance).
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An approximate indication
of the sizes of gumboots we should bring along (the quantity of male/female
participants should give us a fair idea).
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Participants to preferably
wear comfortable pants (If you really want to go all out, get everyone
to wear an overall!!).
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A power point for groups
80 and more, for our Sound system
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Benefits of Interactive
Gumboot Dancing:
Breaks down the Barriers
of Race, Language, Gender & Hierarchy
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Builds personal and team
confidence
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Builds group synergy
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Is co-operative = NOT
COMPETITIVE
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Releases stress
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Motivates
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Promotes group awareness
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Promotes Self Exploration
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Highlights group communication
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Creates spontaneity,
Fun and Laughter
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