The Samoan Slap Dance (the Fa’ataupati) was originally developed in the 19th century. This dance is exclusively performed by Samoan males and tells a unique story.In the dance’s roots, we find a connection to everyday life in Samoa. As the kingdom faced an invasion of mosquitoes, these buzzing creatures became a part of daily existence. It was during this time that the Fa’ataupati emerged, inspired by the act of forcefully slapping one’s body to ward off those pesky bites. The Fa’ataupati has si
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