Alitaptap originated from the province of Batangas. This folk dance is native to the Tagalogs. The term alitaptap refers to an insect which flies only at night and looks like it is carrying a lamp.
Formation: Long ways formation, partners facing. M has hands on waist. W holds skirt. FIGURE 1: 1-2 Waltz R&L in place 3-4 Stand in place and lean R&L on each measure, arms Kumintang R/L 5-8 Repeat measure 1&2 with reverse footwork and direction 9-16 Repeat all of measures 1-8 FIGURE 2: 1-2 Waltz forward R/L (arms in lateral position with flutters) 3-4 Point R foot to R and then cross L, no weight (arms; waist/skirt) 5-6 Backward to place in waltz (arms lateral with flutters)
