Some simple rules to follow

Be your best Self

Be the best human you can be. Respect yourself, your dance partner, and those around you. If something does not feel right, speak up. Come to talk to your friendly organisers.

Take Care of Yourself

Be aware of your own boundaries and physical needs. Do not neglect your health.

It’s OK to say No

You are encouraged to dance with lots of different people but everyone has the right to say ‘no’ to a dance, no reason required. Be gracious if the answer is 'no'. It doesn’t have to be awkward.

Connection

Connect with partners the way you would like to feel connection yourself. Do not squeeze, grab, push, or pull in a

hurtful way. If they tell you it is not right for them, listen and respect them.

Unacceptable Conduct

Verbal or physical misconduct is unacceptable and offenders may be banned permanently. This includes bullying, sexual harassment, or any other form of abuse/slur. Be mindful of your language. This is a safe space with people from all walks of life.

Play Safe

No aerials on the social dance floor. Do not practice drops, lifts, or dips with partners who have not said they are

comfortable with those movements.

Teaching is for Teachers and class

Do not correct others’ dancing unless you are specifically asked for feedback (exception: if something physically hurts, tell your partner so they know not to do it again). Whilst we encourage practice, it needs to be an open conversationwhere all parties are comfortable with providing feedback. Ifyou need advice on how to deliver feedback, seek clarification with one of the teachers and/or peers. Social dancing should be fun!

Say Sorry

If you accidentally kick or hit someone while dancing, apologise. If you accidentally touch or graze someone’s private areas, apologise.

Floorcraft

Both partners should take responsibility for protecting themselves and each other during the dance. Be polite,

smile and make occasional eye contact with your partner, but please don't stare; that can be uncomfortable.

Hygiene

Sweat a lot? Bring a spare shirt or two. Had onions or garlic for dinner? There are breath mints at the front desk.

Dress Appropriately

Fancy is not required but classy and comfortable are encouraged. Avoid wearing stiletto heels or shoes that easily fall off your feet. Similarly with heavy boots. We want to take care of our feet and floors too!

Have Fun

We are all here to have fun. Enjoy yourself and do what you can to make the event fun for others.

Be Respectful to Organisers

Be respectful to event organisers, even if you are experiencing a personal frustration. Without the goodwill of

these individuals, a smoothly functioning event is impossible.

No harassment

We mean it. No forms of harassment will be tolerated. Harassment includes but isn’t limited to offensive verbal comments (related to gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, OR religion), sexual images in public spaces, deliberate intimidation, stalking, following, harassing photography or recording, inappropriate physical contact, and unwelcome sexual attention.

Participants asked to stop any harassing behaviour are expected to comply immediately pr will be asked to leave.

If a participant engages in harassing behaviour, the event organizers may take any action they deem appropriate, including warning the offender, expulsion from the event without refund, and/or expulsion from all future events.

If you are being harassed, notice that someone else is being harassed, or have any other concerns, please contact one of the organisers immediately. Event staff will be happy to help participants contact the organizers, or local law enforcement, provide escorts, or otherwise assist those experiencing harassment to feel safe for the duration of the event. We value your attendance and your safety.

We expect all participants to follow these rules at dance workshop, and social venues (but also apply these rules to your life in general).