Tinikling dance is the only traditional dance in the Philippines that uses bamboo poles as part of the performance. The dance imitates the movements of the tikling birds, the bamboo poles serving as a percussive instrument accompanying the music; guitar, ukulele, or octavina. The performers have to dance between the poles while ensuring coordination and precision, requiring high levels of skill and discipline, and admired for the grace, beauty and intricate composition of the dance. Show more