I just returned from my first Samoan Fire Knife Experience and was surprised at how fun it was! We had 3 generations in our group and everyone enjoyed it!
We were welcomed to learn the cultural history of the Fire Knife Dance, encouraged to ask questions, and enticed to try our hand at the basic maneuvers.
I figured that Iād just watch others try it, but then I couldnāt help trying it myself, when Jordan broke it down into easy segments to try and patiently helped us with intuitive advice. He taught the basics to us (without fire) and how we could put them all together for a performance if we practiced those basics. (Haha, I will leave that to the professionals!)
I have a far greater admiration now for those who have mastered the art of the Fire Knife Dance. Iām tempted to make my own practice baton to experiment with what we learned, so I donāt forget how to do it!
Highly recommend for anyone wanting to learn more about this fascinating art in a non threatening class, especially if you are going to a fire knife performance during your visit.
I felt like a success after mastering one twirl. The performers do hundreds in succession, catching it behind their backs, etc. Amazing!