Ivorian Zaouli Mask Footwork

One dancer at a time performs rapid, intricate footwork close to the ground while keeping the upper body smooth and controlled.

The rest of the group forms a circle, clapping the underlying beat to support the dancer.

Each dancer tries to match footwork speed to the increasingly complex rhythm.

After a short solo, the dancer signals the next performer to step in.

The group applauds the dancer judged to have kept the cleanest, fastest footwork by the end.