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Dance receives a diverse clientele, who participate for various reasons and who pursue various objectives, but who agree on one point: the pleasure of dancing. ★ Ask others to dance, don't just wait; ★ Smile: a smile can make a big difference to the person who receives it; ★ During social dancing, dance: never “teach” or correct your partner; ★ Unless explicitly requested, do not provide feedback: it could be badly received; ★ Dance with everyone, from the most beginners to the most advanced, because we are all here to have fun and progress; ★ Focus your energy on people you can dance with, not those who deny you a dance: you won't stay seated for long!

Dancing necessarily implies closeness with the other. To ensure that the experience is pleasant for everyone, the following elements should not be overlooked: ★ Having showered beforehand and wearing clean clothes is imperative; ★ Use deodorant or antiperspirant, and plan to bring some with you; ★ Brushing your teeth should be part of your good habits before dancing; ★ If you sweat profusely, bring spare shirts and avoid sleeveless shirts; ★ If you use perfume, do so moderately; ★ If you have long hair, take care to pull it up to avoid whipping your partner's face.

The dance floor is a microcosm of our society, where many people realize and value themselves. Respect is always there. Some situations may be delicate: here are some points that require tact and civility. ★ An etiquette of touch: permission to touch your partner is limited to the duration of the dance and restricted to the following points of connection: hands, arms, shoulders, back, waist and sometimes knees; ★ Knowing how to decline a dance: if the reason is that you have already been asked or have need a break, come back for this person later. If you don't want just don't dance with that person, politely say “no, thank you” with a smile; ★ In class, don't talk over your teachers, and ask for their help if you think your partner is making a mistake (don't openly blame the other).

We all have our part to play in what results in a “good” or a “bad” dance. Our attitude in this regard can make a big difference for you and for the other. ★ Learning to dance is never set in stone. This is why we encourage you to advance your abilities as a dancer by registering for classes and workshops offered by the community; ★ Be gentle: social dancing is never about pulling or pushing with your arms, whether you are a leader or a follower; ★ Be aware of your space to avoid collisions; ★ When you're not dancing, stand back around the room; ★ If your partner gets injured, stop dancing and stay together to take care of the injury.

WE ENCOURAGE: ★ Pleasure through dance; ★ Diversity and welcoming everyone; ★ Promoting WCS in Montreal; ★ The participation of all for the growth of our community. WE DO NOT TOLERATE: ★ No form of harassment or violence, in particular any violence of a sexual nature; ★ No form of discrimination. WE COMMIT TO: ★ Provide a safe and fun environment where everyone can learn, do dating and expressing their creativity; ★ Provide a listening space for any complaints, and if necessary, take action to address them.

Dance receives a diverse clientele, who participate for various reasons and who pursue various objectives, but who agree on one point: the pleasure of dancing. ★ Ask others to dance, don't just wait; ★ Smile: a smile can make a big difference to the person who receives it; ★ During social dancing, dance: never “teach” or correct your partner; ★ Unless explicitly requested, do not provide feedback: it could be badly received; ★ Dance with everyone, from the most beginners to the most advanced, because we are all here to have fun and progress; ★ Focus your energy on people you can dance with, not those who deny you a dance: you won't stay seated for long!

Dancing necessarily implies closeness with the other. To ensure that the experience is pleasant for everyone, the following elements should not be overlooked: ★ Having showered beforehand and wearing clean clothes is imperative; ★ Use deodorant or antiperspirant, and plan to bring some with you; ★ Brushing your teeth should be part of your good habits before dancing; ★ If you sweat profusely, bring spare shirts and avoid sleeveless shirts; ★ If you use perfume, do so moderately; ★ If you have long hair, take care to pull it up to avoid whipping your partner's face.

The dance floor is a microcosm of our society, where many people realize and value themselves. Respect is always there. Some situations may be delicate: here are some points that require tact and civility. ★ An etiquette of touch: permission to touch your partner is limited to the duration of the dance and restricted to the following points of connection: hands, arms, shoulders, back, waist and sometimes knees; ★ Knowing how to decline a dance: if the reason is that you have already been asked or have need a break, come back for this person later. If you don't want just don't dance with that person, politely say “no, thank you” with a smile; ★ In class, don't talk over your teachers, and ask for their help if you think your partner is making a mistake (don't openly blame the other).

We all have our part to play in what results in a “good” or a “bad” dance. Our attitude in this regard can make a big difference for you and for the other. ★ Learning to dance is never set in stone. This is why we encourage you to advance your abilities as a dancer by registering for classes and workshops offered by the community; ★ Be gentle: social dancing is never about pulling or pushing with your arms, whether you are a leader or a follower; ★ Be aware of your space to avoid collisions; ★ When you're not dancing, stand back around the room; ★ If your partner gets injured, stop dancing and stay together to take care of the injury.

WE ENCOURAGE: ★ Pleasure through dance; ★ Diversity and welcoming everyone; ★ Promoting WCS in Montreal; ★ The participation of all for the growth of our community. WE DO NOT TOLERATE: ★ No form of harassment or violence, in particular any violence of a sexual nature; ★ No form of discrimination. WE COMMIT TO: ★ Provide a safe and fun environment where everyone can learn, do dating and expressing their creativity; ★ Provide a listening space for any complaints, and if necessary, take action to address them.