In Waray tradition, a "sarayaw" or social dancing event is never complete without the "kuratsa". The dance is so integral to Waray culture that it is also exhibited in birthdays, weddings, baptisms, and even political and sports events. Traditionally, the dance area for the dancers are leveled, and not elevated, so that the spectators may surround them, whether the location is indoor or outdoor. To begin the dance, the "parag-adu" (the person who pairs the dancers) calls out the dancers first. The pairs then proceed to the "paseo". The first dance move begins with the "siki-siki" (foot steps) or the "tinikud-tikud" (heel steps). Both of which are extremely rapid steps that keep both foot near each other. The couple who dances the Kuratsa are showered with money by the people around them. Both dancers afterwards wave their arms sideways or a little overhead, arms together or in alteration. Afterwards, the men will perform the "sarakiki" step, a rapid vibrating step performance that depicts the agility of the rooster.