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Apia Siva Afi Fire Knife Mimic

A
PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Outdoor
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Each player holds an unlit baton to represent the ceremonial fire knife.

2

A lead performer demonstrates a short sequence of spins, tosses, and hand-to-hand passes.

3

Other players attempt to mimic the sequence in turn, without dropping the baton.

4

Add a new spin or twirl to the sequence each round, building on the last.

5

Whoever keeps the sequence going longest without a drop wins.