Lion Dance History

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This very compressed and summarized version of the truly expansive history behind lion dancing. Lion dancing is a cultural and historic art that stems from ancient Chinese legend. Despite being hundreds of years old, lion dancing has persisted as a custom that is now practiced not only in China, but all over the world.
Not only has it remained a training tool utilized by kung fu practitioners - lion dancing is a long-held tradition that is believed to grant viewers with good luck, good fortune, and vitality to the people.
Assistant Camera: Sifu Stroh
Other clips credit to: Dai Sihing Perez, Sifu Stroh
Additional Lion Dancers: Dai Sihing Perez, Mr. Beckner, Mr. Alig, Mr. Langley, Mr. Gardner, Ms. Pulido, Mr. Fong, Mr. Lim, Ms. Vuong and many many others.
Thank you so much!
To learn more about our school and our lion dance performances, visit:
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23 сен 2024

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@limjiaen9600 5 лет назад

U guys r the best RU-vidr!

@ahpeckpeck8954 7 лет назад

when i go into the lion head with my partner we both feel like we are inside of a cozy bunk for some unknown reason.LOL

@venomsmoke585 3 года назад

Why don’t they do lion dance in a haunted house to scare the ghosts in the haunted house to make all the ghosts go bye bye [Gosh Dang!!!!]

@MarkSmith-uo7vc 5 лет назад

they forgot to mention how different lion dance troupes were basically gangs back in the 50’s.

@yunisarmini7719 2 года назад

I love dragon and lion dance

@kimmo9127 5 лет назад

i always wonder why dont they do this at a haunted place to scare them ghost away lol

@theflutedude2007 8 лет назад

bravo ms. wong

@cspeter525 Год назад

Wait wait wait... If black is an unlucky colour, and lion dance is on Chinese new Year, WHY DO THEY HAVE BLACK LIONS?!?!

@vandijk2636 7 месяцев назад

The color black is not universally considered unlucky in all cultures. In some cultures, including Chinese culture, black is associated with power, authority, and protection against evil spirits. During Chinese New Year celebrations, the black lion dance is performed to symbolize warding off evil spirits and bringing good luck and prosperity for the coming year. It's a tradition rooted in symbolism and cultural beliefs rather than a belief in the color black being unlucky.

@vandijk2636 7 месяцев назад

And the reason why u don't wear black during cny is because wearing black, a color associated with funerals and mourning, is seen as bringing negative energy and potentially symbolizing a wish for misfortune or sadness during a time of celebration. So having a black lion dance symbolises something different compared to you wearing black outfits

@alexphan5923 6 месяцев назад

The black lion means a young fighting lion

@jordonwee-xc7ij 6 месяцев назад

Mei Shui

@gaminghusky3787 6 лет назад

I want to join your academy but.....where is the location ? And What Country ? Is it ?

@ell0easten275 7 лет назад

Let the drums roll and the lettuce fly

@gerrard1144 7 лет назад

"WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!" said the lettuce "I BELIVE I CAN FLY!"

@tina88686 5 лет назад

eLL0 easten 在

@Ryan_Official_2001 Год назад

Kong Ha Hong, our lion dance troupe in Indonesia is a winner 5 times. Suddenly the lion dance fell during performance.

@DungarooTV 4 года назад

The Black+Green & Red+Yellow designs are the best!!

@Heffsta02 6 месяцев назад

This is great, thank you.

@Ryan_Official_2001 Год назад

Mei Shui: Fat San-model Lion Fu Huo: Hok San-model Lion

@-cosmicdoggo- Год назад

I like lion dance I want to become a lion dancer when I grow up

@theksfslider570 8 лет назад

where did you get the mini lions on the desk

@ChineseLionTamer 8 лет назад

Small souvenirs like the tiny lions should be an easy find in China town. :)

@timhong3236 8 лет назад

The KSF Slider

@AutumnCanvas 8 лет назад

Chinese Lion Tamer what if you live in North Carolina

@aurieusn4679 5 лет назад

Tomato Scout China town

@rosabond6939 7 лет назад

I subscribed😉

@elloco58 3 года назад

Me too

@ThanhPhan-wp7yx 6 лет назад

do yall only do two leg

@柯茜 5 лет назад

The video says, Xin Nian Kuai Le means 恭喜發財！

@moonstruck8245 7 лет назад

Is the lion dance something that is culturally locked (as in, people of other cultures are not to participate in the dance itself and are merely relegated to bystanders) or is it open for people of different cultures to learn?

@ChineseLionTamer 7 лет назад

Not at all! As far as my teachers are concerned, anyone willing to learn is welcome to try the lion dance. Our school has taught the art of kung fu and lion dancing to many people of various backgrounds! The vital factor is that any student learning must be willing to be patient, respectful, and hardworking! :)

@moonstruck8245 7 лет назад

Oh good! I've always been interested in learning the Lion Dance (along with learning Chinese - I'm half Japanese, half Nahuatl) but I didn't want to risk being disrespectful. I know there are some things that are culturally locked, and no one but natives of that particular culture should practice them.

@charkienguyen 6 лет назад

Moonstruck anybody can learn!

@adielbarrera9848 Год назад

Aww I always wanted to learn the lion dance... I mean I have done it... by replicating movements and such, but surely It will be amazing doing it right.

@HorrorPrincess 6 лет назад

I live in New Zealand and I'm thinking about getting a lion. How would I arrange for a dotting ceremony?

@anthonynguye 6 лет назад

You could either contact a Buddhist temple for eye-dotting. Not sure if that will completely work but I’ve seen it happen with other lion dance teams or you can get in touch with a certified sifu specializing in eye-dotting.

@fruitypebbles803 Год назад

The part at the end where the lion plays ass grabby grabby. 😂

@sauyenloo2812 4 года назад

Dear, can you please told me something about Zhang fei lion? Can a woman dance it? When? :) thanks.

@naingrayan3019 9 месяцев назад

Can you summarize the Qing dynasty gang rivals because in lion dance I’m really curious about that I heard they had daggers in there lions

@ChineseLionTamer 7 месяцев назад

I would be interested in learning about that! This video was a very small summation of the history that my teachers taught me, but there is certainly far more that can be learned depending on the region and era you are studying. At this time, I am not well versed enough in this topic to speak on it confidently, but I'll keep it in mind!