The Scuba dance originated in late 2025, which became a sports emote/celebration. Scuba was often performed during epic sports moments in the NBA, NFL and Schools etc. It eventually exploded into a massive worldwide viral meme by early 2026, where people of all ages took part in TikToks & Instagram Reels consisting of (school activities, AI edits, GIFs, group dances, family moments, jokes, joyful reactions, social interactions) and more. Through this dance/emote, a culture was born. People worldwide have adopted Scuba (from post to post and coast to coast), elevating its popularity in a state of constant viral growth, cross-generational bonding and inclusivity.