The adumu, also known as the “jumping dance,” is a highly identifiable Maasai ceremony. For the Maasai, the adumu is simply one of several rites that make up the Eunoto, the event in which the morani, or younger warriors, advance to manhood. I feel that immersing children in culturally diverse activities gives them the opportunity to become more comfortable with the difference in race, religion, language, and lifestyle. It allows them the opportunity to interact with others that look and speak i

🇰🇪 Adumu: the Maasai jumping dance of Tradition, Strength and Identity. A remarkable tradition soars above the horizon in the Masai culture. The young Maasai warriors jump, known as ‘adamu’ or ‘adumu’. This captivating practice goes uncountable generations back in history and is far more than a display of athleticism. It has a deeper cultural significance, a rite of passage and a symbol of strength within the Masai community. Rite of Passage: The high jump stands as a sacred rite of passage fo

ADUMU Song- Oleng’wesi from "Maasai Footsteps" Album Part of rehearsals in Magadi, Maasai Mara, Amboseli and on dance stage for "Maasai Footsteps" show. Adumu in Maasai language means to jump. https://spoti.fi/3dd5cfu | Fernando Anuang'a