Line Dance Etiquette

The polite way to share and enjoy the dance floor.

• Never step onto the dance floor carrying drink, glasses or cans.
• Always walk around the edge of the dance floor.
• Never walk though lines of moving dancers.
• Never stay on the floor to talk - if music is playing go off the dance floor to chat.
• When dancing near beginners - be mindful and courteous and don't show off.
• Try to be helpful and welcoming to newcomers, visitors and guests.
• Only start a different dance, if there is room and you sense it is acceptable to do so.
• If the floor is crowded, take small steps, enjoy the company, but watch for collisions.
• If you should bump into someone, it is nice to apologise whether it is your fault or not.
• Be polite and respectful to DJ's especially when making requests.
• Don't get grumpy and moan if your request is not played - its spoils it for others.
• Please and thank you go a long way.
• Remember to give applause when dancing to live acts. Don't just walk off the floor.
• Should you accidentally knock over someone's drink replace it immediately.
• If possible start another line rather than join one that will block the outside lanes.
• Don't be tempted to stop dancing to teach. Go off the floor to teach.
• When starting off the dance, go to the front so that others can fall in behind you.
• If appropriate try to leave the outside edge clear for couple dancers.
• Those dancing around the outside have the right of way. Don't block their progress.
• Say thank you at the end of an enjoyable session
• When dancing around the floor, the line of dance 'LOD' is always anti-clockwise.
• And finally, keep your head up , keep smiling and enjoy yourselves.

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