“All of That Coordination Though!”: Pantsulas Using Gent As Skipping Rope

• A video showing pantsula dancers using a man's body as a human skipping rope has gone viral with many feeling the pain of the one acting as the skipping rope
• Two dancers hold their colleague by his hands and feet, swinging him in rhythm while a fourth dancer jumps over him
• The impressive yet risky stunt showcases the extreme creativity and coordination of South Africa's pantsula dance tradition

Content creator @adoree081, who regularly shares entertaining and personal content on TikTok, posted a video that has left viewers both amazed and concerned. The footage shows four pantsula dancers performing an extraordinary stunt where two dancers hold a third performer by his hands and feet, swinging his body like a skipping rope.

The fourth dancer then jumps over the human rope repeatedly at high speed, creating a jaw-dropping display of timing, trust, and coordination. The dancers maintain the fast-paced rhythm without missing a beat, though many viewers commented on the dangerous nature of the stunt, wondering what might happen if the dancers lost their grip.

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Watch the TikTok clip below.

The history of Pantsula

Pantsula is a highly energetic dance style that started in South Africa's black townships during the 1950s and 1960s. It first emerged in places like Alexandra and Sophiatown, where men would challenge each other in informal street dance battles. Over time, it spread across the country, becoming a powerful cultural movement.

By the 1980s, pantsula was more than just a dance—it became a form of protest against apartheid. Even after 1994, it remained a symbol of cultural pride for many Black South Africans and gained fans from all backgrounds.

The dance is known for its quick footwork, low-to-the-ground moves, and urban street style. It takes skill and practice, with dancers adding their unique flair. There are three main styles: Western style, which is the fastest and most intense; slow poison, which has a similar technique but at a slower pace; and futhuza, which blends in elements of breakdancing and hip-hop.

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Briefly News spoke to a dance and medical expert, Jayshri Rangasamy, who stated:

"Using the human body as a skipping rope is highly unsafe and uncommon. Traditional skipping ropes are designed to be safe and effective for exercise, making them a much better option. Swinging a body repeatedly can cause significant harm, including joint damage in areas like shoulders, elbows, and knees, muscle fatigue and overuse injuries, spinal issues such as herniated discs, and disruptions to equilibrium leading to dizziness and nausea. It's essential to avoid using the body in ways it wasn't designed for to prevent these serious injuries."

She also shared that:

"G-forces, or gravitational forces, measure the acceleration or deceleration experienced by an object. In the context of the human body, Positive G-forces (+Gz) push blood towards the lower extremities, potentially causing blackouts due to reduced blood flow to the brain. Negative G-forces (-Gz) push blood towards the head, which can lead to redouts (seeing red due to blood pooling in the eyes). The human body can typically withstand up to 5 Gs for short periods without specialized training or equipment."

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Today, regardless of the stunts done, pantsula is still evolving and has been featured in music videos, Netflix series, and global performances, keeping its cultural significance alive.

Netizens react with amazement and concern

The extraordinary stunt generated many reactions from viewers who were impressed and worried:

@BrattyLu questioned:

"Guys I'm so serious, what is the yellow thing???"

@nomusa expressed mixed feelings:

"I don't know whether to be impressed or scared 😭"

@Phelo's_fin3st commented:

"South Africa is not for beginners💔"

@HER wondered:

"How did they even figure out that they can do this?😭😭😭"

@🥺❤️ joked:

"'What do you do for a living?' : I'm a skipping rope😭"

@Sandy_Sihle_Mavee appreciated the performance:

"This looks amazing 🥺 when you are done please vote for Uyanda 🦦😌"

@MsGirlfriend_👻 couldn't believe her eyes:

"Hai I took off my glasses ngithi angiboni kahle 😭🤣🤣"

@Nkosenhle_Khumalo admitted:

"Yoooooooh 😯 at first I thought it was a plastic from Shoprite 😂😂"

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Other vibing peeps in the news

• Briefly News reported on a school pupil who had South Africans fixated on his fancy footwork, drawing attention nationwide with netizens surprised that a white learner could move so impressively.
• Wynberg Boys High's war cry took an exciting twist when the learners turned their powerful chants into a dance battle, showing off smooth, synchronized moves that impressed social media users.
• Cape Town firefighters set social media ablaze with their carnival parade performance, dancing shirtless in their uniform pants behind a slow-moving fire truck during rehearsals for the annual city carnival.

Source: Briefly News