UFC’s Valentina dances the traditinal dance from the Caucasus, the Lezginka after her fight with Juliana Pena.
The Lezginka, also known as the Lezgi dance or Lezgian dance (Lezgian: лезги кьуьл), is a national dance of the Lezgins, common among many peoples in the Caucasus region. Azeris, Nogais, Chechens, Ossetians, Circassians, Karachays, Balkars, Abkhazians, Kabardins, Ingush, Ingilos, Mountain Jews, Georgians, Armenians, Kuban Cossacks, Terek Cossacks, Caucasian Avars, Dargwa, and Kumyks have their own versions.
The Lezgian dance is a solo male and pair dance. The dance is usually performed in national costumes and accompanied by musical ensemble. The music has a 6/8 rhythm; the melody is clear and dynamic and the pace is fast.
The dance uses a two image. The man moves in the form of an eagle, alternating between a slow and rapid pace. The most spectacular movements are those of the man when he is on his toes, throwing his hands in different directions. The woman moves in the form of a swan, using graceful posture and smooth hand movements. She increases the tempo of her dance after the man. The dance, common among all the Caucasian peoples, was named in accordance with the ancient totem of the Lezgins: the word “Lek” (Lezgian: лекь) means eagle. Source Wiki.
