Saudi Arabian Al-Ardha Sword Line

Dancers form two long rows facing each other, holding their prop upright over one shoulder.

A poet or caller recites verses between the rows, which the dancers echo rhythmically.

Both rows sway and step forward together in time with the drumbeat.

Every so often the rows advance toward each other before stepping back to their original spacing.

The dance concludes with a final unified step forward and a raised prop salute.