The sasa can be performed by both males and females in a seated position or standing.
Sa'a is cognate with other words found across Polynesia often used to describe local dance forms, such as Māori haka, Hawaiian ha'a, etc.
The Sasa requires synchronization, energy and enthusiasm Generally, the sasa is performed by a large group of people, it is normally performed sitting down, but there are parts of the dance which require the group to stand up.
The Samoa 'ava ceremony is always included in the Sasa where the group would mimic the Taupōu making 'ava.
A Sasa will always begin with the fa'aluma yelling tulolo which tells the group to bow their heads, and nofo for the group to sit up again, in a Sasa you will hear chants like "Talofa" (greetings) at the beginning and "Tofa" (farewell) at the end or easier, fa.