Dancers of the Zapin Kores tradition don attire that reflects the elegance of Malay cultural identity. Male performers wear Baju Melayu Teluk Belanga paired with samping, while female performers adorn themselves with Baju Kurung complemented by kain dagang. These costumes are typically vibrant or brightly coloured, symbolising the lively nature of the performance. Male dancers complete their ensemble with black songkok, while female dancers incorporate kain dagang as an accentuating accessory.

Musical Instruments: Gambus (lute), marwas (small double-sided drum), rebana (frame drum), and violin

Costumes: Baju Melayu with samping, Baju Kurung, songkok, and kain dagang

The Zapin Kores Dance is characterised by a series of distinctive movements that highlight its cultural and artistic uniqueness. Key movements include:

Langkah Satu: A foundational movement forming the basic structure of the choreography.

Langkah Tak Jadi: A deliberate step retraction that creates the illusion of a "cancelled" movement.

Langkah Pusing Melayang: A variation of Langkah Satu incorporating a graceful body turn mid-step.

Langkah Siku Keluang: A stylised variation of Langkah Tak Jadi, with both arms bent at the elbows in a striking pose.

A unique feature of this dance lies in the left foot’s motion, which hooks onto the right calf on the fourth count. In the closing sequence (wainab), dancers often assume a squatting posture, with one leg folded to the side, underscoring the intricate balance and precision of the choreography.

The dance is traditionally accompanied by iconic zapin melodies, including:

Lancang Kuning

Gunung Banang

Hari Ribut

Haji Husin Ahmad, the founder of the Zapin Kores tradition, is recognised for his significant contributions to preserving this cultural heritage in Kampung Kores. His expertise, inherited from Dollah Pak Besar—a key figure in introducing zapin to the community—has ensured the survival of this art form across generations.

A contemporary practitioner, Tn. Haji Bidin bin Mahat, has continued the legacy of Zapin Kores with slight variations in choreographic interpretation, reflecting the evolving nature of traditional performance within its cultural context.