Sayaw ed Tapew na Bangko (dance on top of a bench), is a dance which originates from Pangasinan and researched by Jovita Sison. It is performed by a couple on a narrow bench, inching and hopping from one end to another. Dancer show skill in staying up the bench as they exchange places by moving their way around or the girl thrown in the air while boy moves to the other end. They do not compete but rather complement each other so that no one falls. It is usually performed during town fiestas.
Sayaw - Philippine Dances p.55
Ang pangakit na Sayaw sa Bangko ay katutubo sa Pangapisan, Lingayen, at Pangasinan. Sumasayaw ang mga pareha sa ibabaw ng mga bangko. Maliit na maliit ang mga bangko at dahil doon dapat maingat na maingat ang mga nagsasayaw.
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Folk dance is believed to have been around for several centuries. There is no concrete proof of it's origins, unfortunately. There are different folk dances in different regions of the world and different countries. Each country's folk dance is unique from the others.
"Sayaw sa Bangko" is a traditional Filipino folk dance performed on a narrow bench (bangko). The basic steps involve dancers performing simple side-to-side movements, hopping, and balancing while maintaining their posture. The dancers typically take turns showcasing their agility and grace, often incorporating turns and claps to the rhythm of the accompanying music. This dance highlights coordination and teamwork, as partners must synchronize their movements on the precarious surface of the bench.