Two-Step (Powwow)
First Nations powwow partner dance — progressive, couples hold hands or wrap arms. Originated in Plains, Plateau, and other First Nations · Traditional. Typically danced around 110-140 BPM (medium-fast).
About Two-Step (Powwow)
- Folk & Traditional
- Plains, Plateau, and other First Nations
- Traditional
- 110-140 BPM (Medium-fast)
- Partner
- Approachable
Partner dance done at powwows; couples hold hands or wrap arms; progressive; celebratory.
What to expect: Danced at powwows across Plains, Plateau, and other First Nations communities. Progressive partner dance — very social and celebratory. Open to respectful participation at public powwows.
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Where to find Two-Step (Powwow) events
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Going for the first time
Folk and traditional dance nights vary widely — Scandinavian, English country, square dance, contra. Most are caller-led so you're walked through every figure in real time. No partner needed; the format rotates everyone through the set.
Listen for the caller. Thank your partner and the band. If live music is playing, applaud between tunes.