Line Dance Etiquette
- NEVER come onto the dance floor carrying food, drinks, glasses, cans or lighted cigarettes
- NEVER stay on the dance floor to talk if the music has started, move off the floor
- NEVER walk through a line of dancers to cross the floor, always walk round or wait
- DON’T start a different dance unless it is acceptable, if necessary, split the floor
- DON’T wear stilettos, spurs or carry guns/knives for safety reasons
- DON’T stop dancing to teach, find an alternative, suitable area
- IF the floor is crowded, take smaller steps, use caution, enjoy the closer company and apologise for any bumps even when not your fault
- IF the dance floor is empty and you are starting a dance, move to the front of the dance are so others can fall in behind
- IF you must leave the floor during a dance, do so with caution to avoid accidents
- REMEMBER, the dance floor is for everyone. When dancing in lines, keep the outside lane clear for partner/couple dancers
- REMEMBER, everyone was a beginner once. If you are a more experienced dancer, be supportive of the new comer and encourage them
- REMEMBER, the right of way for outside lane users, don’t block their way. If needed, start a new line rather than risk blocking their progress
- REMEMBER, the line of direction for partner dancers is anti-clockwise and don’t go against this, maintain the correct outside track and no cutting corners
- KEEP YOUR HEAD UP, KEEP SMILING AND ENJOY!!!!
