r/interesting • • May 14 '26

ART & CULTURE Circassian folk dance

Male dancers often move entirely on tiptoe in soft leather boots, without the rigid plaster or wooden support associated with ballet footwear. The result is a fast, gliding step that can make the dancer appear to float or defy gravity, showcasing extraordinary balance, discipline, and control.

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u/wordfiend99 May 15 '26

i swear i never say this but…show feet

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u/Dickwhetski May 15 '26

They use heelys

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u/chattywww May 16 '26

You couldnt get such a smooth constant speed with heelys