How Not To Be That Guy”: Dance Studio Etiquette 101″

Note: some of these apply to everyday life as well!

Here are some pointers that will help you gain confidence and have a more enjoyable experience at a dance studio. I wish I had been informed of some of these pointers early in my career, it would have saved my dance partners some frustration and me tons of embarrassment.

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• Wear deodorant (It doesn’t really last 24 hours, so make sure you reapply or shower if possible before you dance).

• Make sure you get around the room and dance with as many ladies as possible. It’s the best way to meet new people and make more friends.
  

• “May I have this [insert dance name here]?” is the proper way to ask a lady to dance. Don’t just stick out your hand and say, “Wanna dance?”
  

• Make sure that you introduce yourself to each partner.
  

• Ask your partner how long she has been taking dance lessons, so that you know what moves to lead her through.
  

• Always walk your dance partner back to the place in which you found her.
  

• Thank your partner for dancing with you at the end of every dance.
  

• Don’t be a “cling on” and try to dance with only the instructors or advanced dancers.
  

• Don’t sneeze or cough in your hand and then ask a lady to dance with that germ ridden hand.
  

• Do not sweat all over her. If you’re a “sweater” use paper towels and dry yourself off in between dances.
  

• Did I mention that you should wear deodorant?
  

• Wash your hands.
  

• Make sure your breath is minty fresh. If she offers you a mint, take it as a hint.
  

• Do not to eat onions, garlic, fish or anything that would be offensive to the people you will be dancing with. (Last night’s dinner will be expelled in today’s sweat).
  

• Wear clean underwear (just kidding) or am I?
  

• Never let a lady take the blame for your mistakes.
  

• Always be gracious.
  

• Compliment your partner.
  

• Smile and make eye contact.
  

• It’s ok to ask a lady with a partner to dance, but you must get her husband’s/partner’s permission first.
  

• It’s OK to make mistakes, but it’s not OK to act like a baby if you do mess up.
  

• Don’t be a show off. Nobody likes a cocky show off.

I can list many more pointers, but I think this is a good start. If you can think of any more please share them with us.

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