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The anatomy of a dance from start to finish

5th July 2018

Anatomy of a dance - What about dance

When we social dance, we give ourselves over to the dance. Sometimes to the partner as well.  But to the music, the space, the feel of the dance.  It can feel like a dream.  But even if it’s not that perfect dance, the dance can often be broken down in a similar way. It feels…

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Tagged: partner dancing, science of dance, social dance

How to be a good leader in social dancing

28th March 2017

how to be a good leader in social dancing - What about dance

I wrote previously about my thoughts on how to be a good dance partner.  This post covers in more detail the how to be a good leader, focusing on modern jive, but easily transferable to other social dances like salsa, west coast swing and others. While some might say, pah she follows, what would she…

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Tagged: hints and tips, leading, partner dancing, technique

Think before you speak while social dancing

31st January 2017

Dancing and talking - think before you speak when social dancing - What about dance

Some people think it’s a terrible habit to chat away on the dance floor.  But does it really matter? Generally it doesn’t bother me.  Modern jive (and west coast swing) is a social dance after all.  I think it’s good to get to know the people you’re dancing with week in week out.  However there…

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Tagged: ceroc, dance, etiquette, modern jive, observation, opinion, partner dancing, social dancing, wcs

Awkward moments at the end of a dance

15th September 2016

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I’m not sure if it’s just me but the end of a dance, however well it’s gone, can often be really awkward.  It’s probably one of those typically British situations.  You need to say thank you.  Compliments wouldn’t go amiss.  But it’s hard to make them sound genuine and not patronising. I’m getting better over…

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Tagged: connection, dance, modern jive, partner dancing

How to get asked to dance

12th June 2016

How to be the dancer who gets asked to dance - What about Dance

For a social dancer, being asked to dance is a big thing, as is asking someone to dance. I’ve always found you can’t hide away and not ask people to dance.  Similarly it’s not the done thing to refuse a dance if someone asks.  People do refuse but it’s rare, and I can probably count…

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3 Comments / Filed In: Learn
Tagged: dance, partner dancing, social dancing

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