What we offer
Traditional lion dancing is not just a performance. Deeply rooted in our style of lion dance is our own southern Jow Gar Kung Fu.
There are strong influences of cultural Buddhist and Taoist traditions. Ceremonies, requiring a high level practitioner to become the lion for a time - With their ability they are able to overcome all odds and bring about good fortune to the host. The knowledge is passed down from generation of master to master.
Meaning what ever the event may be, a lion dance performance brings positivity, abundance, good fortune and joy through it's process.
Loud upbeat music, colourful and bright lions, excited, keen performers who have trained diligently to help celebrate and bring success and joy on your special day.
For your performance experience we offer:
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Picking greens or 採青 choi cheng/cai qing.
During a traditional lion dance performance the lions will enter a space, clear the negative energy or ward off evil spirits traditionally from a space then pick a green vegetable placed somewhere inside or hanging in the doorway, usually a lettuce.
Then throwing or "spitting" the greens inside the property which signifies abundance, good fortune, and lots of money coming in.
This is the most common blessing. A mandarin orange, pomelo, or pineapple can also be gifted to a shrine or person for strong health and success.
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Smashing a Watermelon
A lion discovers and circles in on a watermelon, only to smash it in half with it's paw!
The 2 halves are then gifted to the host to signify good will, abundance, and happiness.
The watermelon can alternatively be smashed to spread the juicy red pulp everywhere for good luck.
Some believe it can signify cutting any difficulties the new year may bring in twain, removing the obstacles, and bringing abundance.
A very fun and tasty show to watch for all.
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Bench show
The lion will demonstrate high levels of coordination, strength, and acrobatic capability; defying all odds in order to gift the host a lettuce, orange and optionally to kick down weapons for practitioners to perform a strong kung fu demonstration.
Signifying a year ahead of resilience, strength, and ability to overcome all obstacles in order to succeed. This performance is exciting and inspiring to watch.
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Weddings and Engagements
We also specialise in performing for weddings, engagement parties, and tea ceremonies.
Vibrant exciting shows, with loud, fast, upbeat music. Aerial tricks. Tossing greens or mandarin oranges. Mingling with your family and wedding guests.
Photos opportunies are available with the lions kissing behind the couple.
Blessing scrolls are opened to wish the couple a lifetime of success and happinness in their newly formed union. Confetti cannons explode and cheers are had all around!
Contact us directly to organise a special show for your special day!
