It went viral here after gardaí tweeted a dance video in response to challenge by Swiss police. "I can't understand it really. The Garda attempt at the Jerusalema dance inspired countless other individuals, businesses, and communities in Ireland into having a go at the challenge. Screengrab from An Garda Síochána. The impressive dance started going viral almost immediately, before exploding into the mainstream of the  western world in early 2021-- but most people still copy the moves seen in Fenómenos do Semba's original video. The Jerusalema Dance Challenge shows no signs of slowing down as the craze continues to sweep across Ireland, and the latest to take on the challenge are An Post staff from depots across the country. Dingle Coast Guard posted their own version of the dance, filming it at scenic west Kerry locations, such as Slea Head and the cliffs at Dún Chaoin, which overlook the Blasket Islands. Eastenders fans left annoyed after soap is replaced in scheduling shake-up this week. Garda Síochana's Jerusalema features local Irish dancer A video of members of An Garda Síochana dancing the Jerusalema dance has gone viral. Credit: Screenshot / Youtube. National Coast Guard management has issued a statement this evening in which it has updated its position in relation to volunteers participating in the viral Jerusalema dance challenge. All rights reserved. The Irish Post delivers all the latest Irish news to our online audience around the globe. SWISS Police have said Gardai in Ireland "absolutely nailed" the Jerusalema dance challenge. I can't see anything wrong with making these videos. The Irish Post is the biggest selling national newspaper to the Irish in Britain. "The Coast Guard has updated its advice to members to inform them that they may participate in the Jerusalema challenge on an individual basis where volunteers within a unit are filmed individually and complying with public health guidelines at all times.". Jerusalema was first released in 2019 and has reached number one in Belgium, Netherlands, Romania and Switzerland since the dance challenge went viral last year. "It's clear from the video that social distancing was maintained by the Coast Guard. Those taking up the challenge perform a dance reel to the song Jerusalema, a gospel-influenced house song by South African producer  Master KG and performed by singer-songwriter Nomcebo. What Is The Jerusalema Challenge. It has reached the number one spot in the charts in multiple European countries including Belgium, Netherlands and Switzerland, and sat comfortably in the top 10 of countless other countries. If you managed to stay off the internet yesterday then chances are you haven't seen the viral Garda Jerusalema dance video that's been shared far and wide. Credit: Screenshot / Youtube. The Garda attempt at the Jerusalema dance inspired countless other individuals, businesses, and communities in Ireland into having a go at the challenge. Then, learn the steps and record yourselves performing the dance. A video of the Irish police force or Gardai doing the Jerusalema dance challenge across Ireland went viral on social media after notching up more … The fantastic video of the Dingle Coast Guard taking part in the Jerusalema dance trend has been praised all across Ireland with many people expressing their gratitude to the group for doing their part to spread some joy during what has been a very difficult year.. One commenter said, “Love it. MEMBERS OF An Garda Síochána have answered a viral dance challenge with an undeniably impressive effort. COPYRIGHT © 2021. Great work boys #StaySafe LIMERICK Suicide Watch are the latest to take part in An Garda Síochána Jerusalema Dance Challenge. The Dingle Coast Guard filmed their own take on the viral #Jerusalema dance challenge in scenic Co Kerry, but have since been told by upper management … The Ealga Lodge nursing home in Birr, County Offaly was inspired by the recent Garda dancing video which has gone viral across the world with over one million views, and staff and residents got together to give it a try. Ireland and Switzerland don't have much to do with one another traditionally. The owner of the hit song, Master from South Africa shared the video of their dance challenge on his Instagram page and it light VIDEO: Bride and groom treat guests to special set dance Play Gardaí across Ireland respond to 'Jerusalema' dance challenge from Swiss police in bid to lift nation’s spirits Ireland's front line workers appeared on the national Late Late Show with a TV performance of the viral dance routine. And they did that. The dance was also performed by members of the frontline services on RTÉ's Late Late Show last Friday. https://evoke.ie/2021/02/02/extra/dancing-gardai-video-jerusalema-challenge Gardaí across Ireland answered the call to give the public we serve a lift in these challenging times. The first month of 2021 has been pretty grim, let's be real. The volunteer organisation, established in 2016, has continued to lift spirits in Limerick and has provided some much needed respite amidst the uncertainty […] Cosc curtha ar rince an Jerusalema ag Garda Cósta na hÉireann, Farmers appeal to walkers to leave their dogs at home, Uain á gcailliúint i gCiarraí de dheasca madraí gan smacht, New research vessel named after explorer Tom Crean. By James Fenton. Irish Coast Guard volunteers across the country have been barred from participating in the Jersulema dance challenge which has taken the world by storm in recent months. WATCH: Gardaí across Ireland take on the Jerusalema dance challenge. Jerusalema dance Ireland: Coast Guard 'told not to get involved' in challenge Sam Roberts. However, in a letter to all volunteers, national Coast Guard management earlier said that following a number of requests from Coast Guard units "it is not permitted for units to produce dance videos for social media, or indeed to assemble for any reason other than for reasons central to a unit’s operational objectives. It said: "Where likelihood of exposure to a hazard is increased, such as through unnecessary gatherings of unit personnel, this increases our likelihood risk rating and weakens our risk mitigation strategy. Nursing home residents and staff take on the Jerusalema Dance Challenge ... a toe-tapping video of the viral dance. Here's how to take part in the Jerusalema Challenge: Firstly, find someone to perform the dance reel with you-- preferably your family or someone in your 'bubble' to stick with Covid-19 regulations. It really is that simple-- there's even a tutorial for the steps on Youtube, which you can find here. Famous Jerusalema efforts have come from all over the world, starting on the continent of Africa and spreading to Vietnam, Switzerland, Ireland, Austria, Morocco-- even Israel's Jerusalem itself. irishmirror. Gardaí across Ireland dancing on JerusalemaVideo by Gardaí Music : Master KGIrish Police takes on Jerusalema challenge Garda Síochana's Jerusalema features local Irish dancer A video of members of An Garda Síochana dancing the Jerusalema dance has gone viral. 02 February, 2021 20:31. 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"In support of the decision to ensure units prioritise their availability to respond to emergencies throughout this pandemic, the Coast Guard has, on this occasion, requested that units do not engage in these types of activities during this period of the pandemic," it said in a statement. An Garda Siochana filmed the Jerusalema dance in various locations across Ireland after they were challenged to do so by Swiss police. RTÉ.ie is the website of Raidió Teilifís Éireann, Ireland's National Public Service Media. Viral Dance Routine, Still, some have found time to get the practice in for the Jerusalema Challenge, which was put to them by their colleagues in the Swiss Police back in January. © RTÉ 2021. But today, the entire Alpine nation is Irish, thanks to the brilliant response by An Garda Siochana to the Jerusalema dance challenge their Swiss counterparts put up to them. Share this article Most Popular After the week that saw @gardainfo dancing across the nation as part of the #JerusalemaChallenge, tonight some of Ireland's frontline heroes took on the challenge and we are here for it! "We've been hit hard by Covid deaths here in Dingle in recent weeks. Now, the Irish Garda (police) have added their name to the list after officers travelled across Ireland dancing to the hit song. The Gardaí showcased some of Ireland's most famous scenery, the original Fenómenos do Semba held on to their dinner plates the whole time-- have fun with it. We need your consent to load this YouTube content. In an effort to bring some joy to the public during the current pandemic, members of An Garda Síochána produced a video in response to a challenge from colleagues in the Swiss Police. But what exactly is the Jerusalema challenge, how did the Jerusalema Challenge start and how can I take part? While the song is in the Zulu language, it has become popular across the globe-- music is the universal language, after all. LIMERICK Suicide Watch are the latest to take part in An Garda Síochána Jerusalema Dance Challenge. Earlier, Irish Coast Guard volunteers were told not to take part in the video dance challenge. IRISH Coast Guard units have been banned from joining in on the viral Jerusalema dance trend. pic.twitter.com/Jgr3gyCYws. Finally, upload your Jerusalema dance video to social media, using the tag #JerusalemaChallenge and tag your friends or family; dare them to take up the challenge next! Watch: Cork City Civil Defence latest to take up Jerusalema Dance Challenge Wearing masks and adhering to social distancing at all times, the group danced at some well-known Cork City landmarks. The Dingle Coast Guard unit declined to comment on the letter last night. AN IRISH nursing homes have stepped up to the Jerusalema challenge-- and is daring others to do the same. 0:21. The Jerusalema Dance Challenge shows no signs of slowing down as the craze continues to sweep across Ireland, and the latest to take on the challenge are An Post staff from depots across the country. The dance trend began in February of last year, when Fenómenos do Semba, a group in Angola, south-west Africa, recorded themselves dancing to the song while eating and without dropping their plates. Video: Gardaí ‘step up' to Jerusalema dance battle challenge Gardaí taking part in the viral Jerusalema dance challenge. Our community is feeling down and that video really helped brighten up the day for a lot of people. The order was made by Coast Guard management in a letter to all Coast Guard volunteers yesterday evening and followed the posting of a dance challenge video by the Dingle Coast Guard unit in Co Kerry. #StayTogether #homeStaySafe pic.twitter.com/sbLdkk54hB. The choreographed dance routine, performed to the upbeat South African gospel hit 'Jerusalema', has become a worldwide sensation. The Swiss Police, who had initially challenged the Gardaí to try and beat their Jerusalema dance, even admitted defeat-- later hanging an Irish tricolour out the window of the police building. A video of the Irish police force or Gardai doing the Jerusalema dance challenge across Ireland went viral on social media after notching up more … Still, some have found time to get the practice in for the Jerusalema Challenge, which was put to them by their colleagues in the Swiss Police back in January. The dance craze, featuring the song Jerusalema by Master KG, originated in South Africa and has since spread worldwide. Screengrab from An Garda Síochána Watch Gardai giving it socks with Jerusalema dance challenge response to Swiss police. ... 02 February, 2021 20:31 Northern Ireland news. The Garda Jerusalema Challenge exploded into viral status almost immediately upon being uploaded to social media, and appeared on websites, newspapers and even the national news for days afterwards. Jerusalema, Simply put, the Jerusalema challenge is a dance. The Ealga Lodge nursing home in Birr, County Offaly was inspired by the recent Garda dancing video which has gone viral across the world with over one million views, and staff and residents got together to give it a try.