Powwow 101 - Men's Fancy

The Men's Fancy Dance has many origin stories like the Oklahoma people. Some stories mention how it was created to engage young men into being apart of the powwow. This dance style allows for a great deal of freedom of movement, with dancers required to keep up with a fast beat of the drum. It’s fast and exciting leading up to its finale. Men's Fancy Dance regalia is often bright and colourful, with fringe, feathers, and other adornments that move with the dancer's movements. The style is known for its acrobatic and athletic movements, with dancers incorporating spins, jumps, and other impressive feats into their performances.