Bunny hop (dance)
The Bunny Hop is a novelty line dance that originated in the United States in the early 1950s. It is characterized by a simple sequence of hops and kicks, performed in a conga line formation. The dance is typically done to a song specifically titled "Bunny Hop," often featuring a repetitive and upbeat melody with instructions incorporated into the lyrics.
The dance gained popularity amongst children and at social gatherings like school dances and parties. Its simplicity and repetitive nature made it easily accessible to people of all ages and skill levels.
The basic steps of the Bunny Hop usually involve:
- Hopping forward twice with both feet together.
- Hopping backward once with both feet together.
- Hopping forward once with both feet together.
- Placing the right foot to the right.
- Hopping on the left foot.
- Placing the left foot to the left.
- Hopping on the right foot.
Variations of the dance exist, with different communities or groups adding their own embellishments and steps. The Bunny Hop remains a popular and nostalgic dance, often performed at weddings and other celebratory events as a way to engage participants of all ages.