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Every month, on a selected Friday night, dance enthusiasts gather for an unforgettable Social Dance event that blends the elegance of ballroom and Latin American styles with the vibrant rhythms of SBK—Salsa, Bachata, and Kizomba. The venue is not only safe but also provides ample parking for all attendees. In collaboration with a local dance school, we offer lessons for those eager to learn or improve their skills. With over 30 years of experience, DJ Domz masterfully curates the music, ensuring a night filled with joy and rhythm for dancers of all levels.

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Dancing Etiquette

ESSENTIAL TIPS, GUIDLINES AND RULES FOR PROPER DANCING ETIQUETTE

If you're new to dancing, you might not be familiar with the unspoken guidelines of dance etiquette. Whether you're enjoying ballroom, swing, Latin, or freestyle, dancing is a socially engaging activity that’s meant to be enjoyable and fun. Knowing a few simple courtesies, manners, and how to move gracefully on the dance floor can make all the difference. With these tips, both seasoned dancers and those taking their first steps will feel confident, relaxed, and ready to have a great time without any awkward moments.

GENERAL, COURTEOUS AND MANNERS

  • The ladies determine if dancing close is acceptable by showing either willingness or resistance. If she resists at all, back off.

  • Wear antiperspirant deodorant. Dancing is a physical activity which involves movements and sweating. 

  • ​The floor is for dancing. When not dancing, stand clear of the dance floor! If you want to get to the opposite side of the dance floor walk around the edge, not through the dancers.

  • Be considerate of other couples on the floor. If you step on someone’s toes, or bump into another couple, stop and say, “Excuse me” even when it may not be your fault.

  • If the dance floor is very crowded, dance in the space that you have. Avoid Charlestons and kicking steps, and don’t travel from area to area.

  • During the dance, be sure to be aware of your partner. Smile and make eye contact.

  • Never blame your partner for mistakes.

  • No unsolicited teaching on the floor. Teaching your partner while dancing, even if you are a professional, is not accepted, so don’t do it. However, there are appropriate times when a simple word or two could help, like: “You need to hold on to me” before a drop.

  • Unless someone specifically asks you to make a correction, you should never volunteer criticisms of your dance partner’s technique. A dance party is an evening of fun and relaxation. Your dance partner is doing the best that he or she can.

  • If you are practicing moves, do it off to the side and not on the main dance floor. When you’re practicing, it’s more difficult to watch out for those around you, and being away from the crowd you’ll be able to concentrate better on what you’re practicing.

  • Protect your partner. Anticipate the movement of other dancers, and match your figures to empty spaces on the floor, so that you do not run into other couples. If there is imminent danger of collision, pull your partner close and turn, so that you absorb the blow. The follower can also protect her partner by keeping an eye out behind his back. If a couple is approaching from his blind spot, a small pressure on his shoulder or hand will warn him of possible collision.

ASKING FOR A DANCE

  • When asking for a dance, do not ask from a distance as it can make for an awkward moment if a number of people think they have been asked to dance.

  • Be polite and use phrases such as "May I have this dance?" or " Would you like to dance?"

  • Make eye contact when asking for a dance. If your partner says yes, smile, offer your hand, and escort him or her onto the dance floor and into dance position.

  • If someone is sitting closely with their significant other, talking quietly to each other, then it is probably not a good time to ask him/her for a dance.

  • If someone appears to be in a normal conversation with another, approach, standing close and interested. When your intended partner makes eye contact, smile and ask “Dance?”

  • If two men ask the same lady to dance at the same moment, neither men should stand down, the lady must choose one or the other. It is often most appropriate to offer the next dance to the man who was turned down. The same applies when the genders are reversed.

ACCEPTING A DANCE

  • When someone asks you to dance, your response should nearly always be, “Yes, thank you, I’d love to.” It is never acceptable to say “no” to one person and then “yes” to another, “better” dancer on the same dance. Few experiences are more demoralizing to the rejected partner, and your three minutes of fun are not worth ruining someone else’s entire evening for.

WHEN AND HOW TO DECLINE A DANCE

  • You can decline a dance if you need to take a rest. However, you must be consistent, if you tell one person you are too tired to dance you should not then immediately dance with another.

  • You don’t have to accept every invitation to dance. If you choose to decline a dance, do so with a smile. Be polite and perhaps offer to dance at a later time.

  • You can also decline a dance if you have promised the dance to someone else.

  • When declining a dance, one should ask for a later dance instead: “No, thank you, I’m taking a break. Would you like to do another dance later?”

  • Being declined can be difficult, especially for beginners and shy individuals, who may be discouraged from social dancing.

  • Etiquette allows an out from the rules so that one does not become oppressed by the inconsiderate. If such a situation arises it is quite acceptable to say: “No, thank you.” without further explanation.

BEING DECLINED

  • Dancers seek those who say “yes”. Being turned down for a dance is never fun. If you decline dances, or if you look hard to please, your chances of being asked to dance will be reduced.

  • A great way to increase one’s circle of dance acquaintances is to ask beginners to dance – today’s beginners will be the good dancers of tomorrow, so be nice to them and dance with them.

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AT THE END OF THE DANCE

  • After the dance is finished and before parting, always say thank you to your partner.

  • When thanked, don’t reply, “You are welcome.” The proper response to “Thank you.” is “Thank you.” The thanks are from politeness, not from a favour.

  • If you enjoyed the dance, let your partner know. Compliment your partner on her/his dancing. Be generous, even if he/she is not the greatest of dancers. Be specific about it if you can: “I really enjoyed that double reverse spin. You led/followed that beautifully!”

  • Generally if you did the asking (male or female) you should escort you partner off the floor. It is not necessary to walk them all the way back to their seats, unless you interrupted a conversation or they were with a date or you both are sitting in the same area etc.

  • You should never just turn your back and walk away.

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