Bringing good fortune, prosperity and longevity, the Chinese Lion Dance celebrates an ancient culture that is alive and well in Australia today! The lion costume is operated by dancers who mimick a lion by forming the fore and hind legs and moving the eyes and headpiece. (4+ performers) minimum of 150 students

The Chinese Lion Dance incursion educates primary and secondary students on Chinese History and Mythology, Chinese New Year Celebrations, Chinese Lion Dancing and Marital Arts. Students will view a live Lion Dance and get to try out some of our core martial art stances, feeling the hard work each performer must do to Lion Dance. Programs are versatile and can accommodate specific year levels or time frames if necessary.

Chinese lion dancing is an art form that dates back to the 12 century.  The origin of the lion is shrouded in history, but general consensus is that the travellers of that era observed animals from the African continent. Over the centuries, dances to simulate the lion were created. 

The Chinese view the lion as a courageous and noble beast.The appearance of a Chinese lion is said to bring good fortune and luck. This is the reason the lion dance is popular at Chinese New Year.  Its appearance ushers in a new year – full of good luck and prosperity.  This tradition is near and dear to most of the Asian countries that have been influenced by the Chinese.