Instrucciones De La Vibora De La Mar

La Víbora de la Mar is a traditional Mexican wedding game played during the dance portion of the reception. It's essentially a test of agility, coordination, and a bit of luck for the bride and groom. The guests form two lines facing each other, holding hands to create arches, forming a "tunnel" or "sea" that the couple must navigate. The game aims to celebrate the couple's unity and future journey.

¿Cómo se Juega? (How to Play?)

Here's a step-by-step guide:

• Fase 1: La Formación del Túnel. Two lines of guests are formed, facing each other. They raise their arms and hold hands, creating a long tunnel, the "víbora" (snake). Make sure the tunnel has a beginning and an end.
• Fase 2: La Canción. The game is accompanied by a specific song (lyrics provided below). The rhythm of the song dictates the pace of the game.
• Fase 3: El Desfile de la Pareja. The bride and groom hold hands and begin to walk (and sometimes run!) through the tunnel created by the guests, keeping time with the song.
• Fase 4: El Cierre del Túnel. At a designated point in the song (usually when the lyrics say "y que le hagan así, así, así, y que le hagan asá, asá, asá"), the two lines suddenly lower their arms, trapping the couple.
• Fase 5: El Reto. Once trapped, the couple is given a playful "challenge" – usually kissing, hugging, or performing a small, funny action determined by the guests or the master of ceremonies. The challenge symbolizes overcoming obstacles together.
• Fase 6: Repetición. The game repeats with the couple continuing through the tunnel. Sometimes, only the bride goes through, or only the groom, to see which one is "captured" first.

Ejemplo de la Canción (Example Lyrics):

A la víbora, víbora de la mar,
Por aquí pueden pasar.
Los de adelante corren mucho,
Y los de atrás se quedarán.
Tras, tras, tras, tras.
A la víbora, víbora de la mar,
Por aquí pueden pasar.
Los de adelante corren mucho,
Y los de atrás se quedarán.
Y que le hagan así, así, así, y que le hagan asá, asá, asá.

Consejo Rápido: Encourage guests to be energetic and create a lively atmosphere. The funnier the challenges, the more entertaining the game will be for everyone involved.