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Although dance jams can be run by appointed individuals, I think they are the most fun and exciting when the jammers spontaneously run the jam on their own.  When participants lose the ability to non-verbally negotiate dance jams, DJs and emcees step in and orchestrate the jams.  When the dancers organize themselves, the non-verbal communication… Continue reading Dance Jam Etiquette

“Would you like to dance?”  Just Say Yes (maybe…) These are the five most common words heard at any swing dance, yet for many people the emotions that come up when they ask this optimistic question are overwhelming.  Face it, no one likes to be rejected.  I know from personal experience how challenging it can be… Continue reading Just Say Yes

In an effort to remind ourselves that half of social dancing is social, I thought I’d address the topic of appropriate conversations at dances.  I’ve started with a list of comments/questions directed to me while dancing that although at the time I found painful, I now find hysterically funny.  Hopefully, these quips will amuse and… Continue reading Say What