Please be mindful of personal space and the comfort of others. Good hygiene is important. Arrive in clean clothing with minimal scent. If you tend to sweat while dancing, consider bringing a towel or an extra shirt. Wash your hands after using the restroom and use hand sanitizer as needed. We always have sanitizer on hand.
On the dance floor, stay aware of those around you. Dance within your slot and avoid drifting into another couple’s space. Help maintain a safe and comfortable environment for everyone. A dance invitation is for one song. Please be courteous when asking, accepting, or declining. If you choose to decline a dance, we ask that you sit out that song rather than dance with someone else.
While meaningful connections can grow through dance, our events are not intended for dating. We are here to share music, movement, and community.
During lessons, please allow instructors to provide instruction and feedback. In social dancing, do not critique or correct your partner. Everyone should feel free to enjoy themselves and learn at their own pace.
Our goal is to keep CU West Coast Swing Dancers welcoming and safe for all. If something makes you uncomfortable, please speak up—our organizers are here to support you. We reserve the right to issue warnings or ask anyone to leave if they do not follow our etiquette or safety expectations. At any event, we may ask someone to leave if necessary to protect the well-being of our community.
Smiled throughout the entire song.
Laughed it off when something went wrong.
Gracefully turned my mistake into a whole new step
Asked me to dance as a beginner
Shared my joy when I was able to do a new move – my good moment felt even better because of it.
Accepted my ignorance of certain topics, and didn’t judge me for not yet knowing something
Adjusted your dance style to accommodate my preferences.
Knew that I had a right to choose not to follow certain moves
Cared about my safety, paying attention to floor craft, looking behind me before sending me out and using the correct technique for turns and led body movements.
Experimented with me, respecting my ability to co-create and handle new situations safely
Took the time to work out my dance skills
Danced with me, rather than just with my level
Don’t be a know it all
Be open to suggestion
There’s a time for talking and a time for doing
Accept your current level of ability and knowledge
Be patient, encouraging and have a positive attitude
If you get upset, apologize.
Keep it fun