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Malayali Snake Boat Paddle Chant

M
PLAYERS
8+ in teams
DIFFICULTY
SETTING
Both
MATERIALS
HOW TO PLAY
1

Seat teams in two long facing rows to mimic a snake boat crew.

2

A caller at the front leads a rhythmic chant that sets the paddling pace.

3

Everyone paddles in unison, alternating sides on the caller's cue.

4

The caller gradually speeds up the chant to test coordination.

5

The team that stays synchronized the longest without falling out of rhythm wins.