Female dancers wear traditional attire consisting of a long black or indigo blouse known as Lapoi Rinninggitan. It is made from Asap fabric, a type of silk, with the blouse designed to extend at the back and paired with a skirt called Tapi. This outfit is unique due to its decorative embroidery, featuring red and white stripes, with some variations adorned with floral patterns. The embroidery is typically categorised into three types:

1. ‘Binuluntung’ – Horizontal stripes in red (Kesumba) and white (Balasu).

2. ‘Sinorongipon’ –  Triangular geometric patterns.

3. ‘Nundalo’ – Fishnet patterns.

The performance is accompanied by two primary musical instruments: the Kulintangan and the gongs. The gongs are categorised into six types and divided into two groups: three large gongs and three smaller ones. Each gong differs in size and sound resonance, producing a distinct range of tones that enhance the richness and complexity of the musical accompaniment.

The small gong category includes the ‘Salasakon’, which produces a fast tempo; the ‘Poloniton’, which creates a syncopated (irregular) rhythm; and the ‘Kolimbongbongon’, known for its complex and varied rhythmic patterns. In contrast, the large gong category comprises the ‘Polian’, ‘Sunduron’, and ‘Bogilon’, characterised by their deeper, resonant sounds. These gongs are played using two sticks, known as ‘Pokoritik’: one is used to strike the centre of the gong, producing a bass sound, while the other strikes the sides, creating the distinctive "bong bong" sound. This interplay of rhythmic complexity and deep resonance enhances the musical texture, adding a unique and dynamic quality to the performance.

Typically, this dance is performed by a group of five to six female dancers accompanied by one or two male dancers. The primary movements emphasize intricate hand and footwork. Female dancers generally form a straight line and perform movements with their arms relaxed at their sides. Their shoulders rotate in a fluid motion from the inner side to the outer side, a distinctive movement known as ’Sumirid’.

Meanwhile, their footwork involves short and low steps, with the feet remaining close to the ground and not raised high or walking on the toes. Instead, the left and right feet alternate, applying pressure on the heel and sole in close succession, creating graceful, dragging steps.

In contrast to female dancers, male dancers also perform the sumirid movement but with larger arm swings, alternating between the left and right arms. Their steps are wider, and their jumps are higher than the women's. When performing solo, male dancers typically position themselves at the front of the formation. However, when dancing in pairs, one male dancer takes the position at the very back, creating a formation with dancers flanking both the front and rear.

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