For The Beginner Dancer
As a newcomer to dancing you undoubtedly have an uneasy feeling
about how you should conduct yourself at a dance class. You
possibly wonder if you are going to experience difficulty
learning. Well first, please be assured you have no reason for
concern. dancing is easy and you will not have serious
difficulty learning. Everyone in the class is a beginner,
starting on the same base, and you will all learn together. The
following comments may make it easier for you to understand a
few basics concerning the dance activity.
1) DANCING IS FUN! Your instructor will be doing his best to
help you realize this from the very first night.
2) dancing is a casual activity. You need no formal introduction
to those you have not met. There are no strangers among dancers.
Just step right up to anyone and introduce yourself. In dancing
we are all on a first name basis. It's friendlier that way. Wear
your "NAME TAG."
3) Later you may wish to dress "themed"; but for the classes,
just dress comfortably.
4) dancing is a close contact sport. Please use good judgement
in your choice of jewelry, belt buckles, etc. Sharp or rough
edges may scratch or catch on someone's clothing.
5) On a very delicate subject - extra physical exercise or
possibly the slight nervous tension of learning may cause
perspiration. Use of deodorant is advisable, to avoid the
embarrassment of body odors which may be offensive to others.
6) On a personal note - the use of alcoholic beverages, just
prior to or during a dance, is not permissible.
7) Gents - Remember! You have both strength and weight advantage
over the ladies and you should always, even in your enthusiasm,
be conscious that the ladies do not like to be handled roughly.
Let them enjoy dancing too!
8) IMPORTANT. Listen carefully to instructions and be sincere in
your efforts to follow instructions. GOOD LISTENERS LEARN
EASIER!
9) If, during the class, you do not understand an instruction,
do not hesitate to ask for an additional explanation from the
caller.
10) There is no reason to feel shy or embarrassed - just listen
and follow instructions. Sooner than you think, you will be
dancing to the calls.
11) dancing is relaxing. Take it easy! You do not have to work
hard at it, you have plenty of time. ENJOY YOURSELF!
12) Please be on time for every class and HAVE FUN!