The dance is characterized by its "conga line" formation and repetitive, rhythmic movements that mimic the waddle of a penguin.
A version appeared on German television known as the "Penguin Dance," which eventually migrated across borders. Dansul pinguinului
Participants hold the waist or shoulders of the person in front of them, moving in a synchronized sequence: kick to the sides, hop forward, and hop back. The dance is characterized by its "conga line"