Popular on TikTok, the “Superman Dance” seduces young people with its acrobatic figures inspired by the superhero. But injuries and failures are increasing, pushing schools and parents to warn of its dangers.
The latest viral phenomenon on TikTok, known as the “Superman Dance,” has taken over social media and schoolyards, sparking widespread concern. This seemingly playful trend consists of imitating the famous superhero during a collective choreography. Some schools have started to sound the alarm.
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At least three participants are required to complete this challenge. After a series of synchronized steps, two members of the team must agree to propel a third, who launches with his arm outstretched like Superman, simulating flight.
Sudden falls, impacts to the head
To increase the difficulty and the spectacular effect, some performers did not hesitate to project their “Superman” higher, accentuating the risk. However, everything doesn't always go as planned. The failures, also widely shared on TikTok, revealed sudden falls, impacts to the head and even serious injuries.
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These incidents have highlighted the dangers associated with this challenge, particularly when performed without supervision or on inappropriate surfaces. This challenge joined a long list of viral challenges that have caused injuries or controversies, from the “Milk Crate Challenge” to the “Skull Breaker Challenge.”
In Manche, educational establishments have already communicated about the ban on practicing this dance in middle and high schools.
Much of the appeal of these challenges lies in their exposure on social media, where each video is an opportunity to garner views, likes, and “recognition.”
Young people, in their quest for digital validation, sometimes take reckless risks, minimizing potential dangers.
