How do you play a chinlone?

A team of six players pass the ball back and forth with their feet, knees and heads as they walk around a circle. One player goes into the center to solo, creating a dance of various moves strung together. The soloist is supported by the other players who try to pass the ball back with one kick.

When was chinlone included in the SEA Games?

Chinlone (2015, 2017) It was first included as a SEA Games exhibition sport in 2013, when Myanmar hosted the event for the first time in 44 years, and was combined with the similar sepak takraw competitions in 2015 and 2017.

What ball is used in chinlone?

handwoven rattan
The ball used is normally made from handwoven rattan, which sounds like a basket when hit. Similar to the game of hacky-sack, chinlone is played by individuals passing the ball among each other within a circle without using their hands.

What is the most popular sport in Myanmar?

Football
Football is the most famous and popular sport in Myanmar. Besides Football, other sports like Athletics, Weightlifting, Sepaktakraw, Traditional Boat Race, Canoe/ Kayak, Rowing, Wushu, Shooting, Boxing, Volleyball etc. are also famous and popular sports which are practiced by many of the young athletes.

Who invented chinlone?

The origins of chinlone are thought to be traced to the ancient Chinese game of “tsu chu”, acknowledged by FIFA (football’s world governing body) as being the oldest form of football in recorded history. Similar games are played throughout the region with different styles, rules and balls.

When was chinlone invented?

Chinlone is the traditional sport of Myanmar, dating back to at least the 7th century (Pyu era). Traditionally, Chinlone was played at pagoda festivals and monks’ funerals.

How many sports are there in Myanmar?

We have come to a conclusion to compete in 31 out of 56 sports, said U Kyaw Zin Moe, director of the Sports and Physical Education Department under the Ministry of Health and Sports. “ We will seek approval for these sport lists by meeting with the ministry and federations,” he said.

What are the traditional games in Myanmar?

Manuscripts from Burma (Myanmar) in the form of folding books (parabaik) often contain depictions of traditional games and sports such boxing, martial arts, cock-fighting and chinlone, reflecting popular activities in daily life.

How do you pronounce chinlone?

Pronunciation

  1. (General American) IPA: /ˈtʃɪn.loʊn/
  2. (Received Pronunciation) IPA: /ˈtʃɪn.ləʊn/

Is chinlone a dance form?

Part art, part sport, part dance, chinlone is difficult to pin down. It involves six players in a circle performing acrobatic moves aimed at keeping the ball off the ground.