1) Do I need to bring a partner?
You don’t need to bring a partner for any of the classes. We rotate partners so the men dance with all the ladies and the ladies dance with all the men. If there is an unbalanced gender situation, then whichever group has more (ladies or men) simply has to take turns during the rotation. People are also welcome to learn the opposite part (for example, ladies can learn to lead or men can learn to follow).
2) What if I have a partner and I don’t want to dance with anyone else?
Don’t fret. We won’t force you to take part in the rotation system if you’re not comfortable with it. However, we do encourage everyone to rotate because dancing with a diverse group of partners will develop your and your partner’s dance skills more rapidly and more completely. It’s also been our experience that people who rotate tend to get more enjoyment out of their dancing as a general rule.
3) What should I wear?
(1) Wear clothes that are comfortable and are not restrictive to your movement (for example, long tight skirts are not recommended).
(2) Wear shoes with flat soles (high heels are not recommended) that grip your ankle, so they don’t fly off when you kick.
(3) You also want light shoes without a lot of traction (hiking boots are bad), so you can spin with less strain on your knees.
(4) For beginners, comfortable dress shoes (like loafters or wing tips) or light gym shoes are fine to start.
(5) Its a class, not a social event, so you aren’t obligated to dress up. Wear something that won’t make you feel self-conscious. We also recommend that you be aware of hygiene (deodorant and toothpaste are your friends). If you tend to sweat a lot, consider bringing an extra shirt or towel and a bottle of water.
