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Métis Jigging Footwork Contest

M
PLAYERS
2+
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Indoor
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Each dancer takes a turn performing quick, intricate footwork steps in place to the fiddle music.

2

Steps should stay light and close to the ground, with the upper body relaxed and still.

3

The group watches and claps along, marking especially clean or fast footwork.

4

After everyone has had a solo turn, two top performers face off in a final footwork duel.

5

The group decides the winner by applause based on speed, precision, and energy.