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2024
At iDance we consider the health and safety of all of our attendees to be an important
priority. Please familiarise yourself with the following codes of conduct to help make
sure that everyone can enjoy an enjoyable event without upset or injury.
When dancing
When you enter the dance floor, please do not step into the path of anyone dancing.
Likewise, when your dance is finished please move to the side of the room being
careful not to step into anyone’s path.Please be aware of the space around you,
especially when stepping backwards or performing long travelling moves. Please try to
help your partner avoid collisions.
Please do not try and dance moves that you have seen, but not yet been taught. You
may not be aware of any potential risks unless you have learned the move in a
lesson.You should always ask for permission from your partner before leading dips
and drops.
Dips and drops should be performed with care, again giving particular consideration
to the space around you. Do not execute dips and drops that you have never been
taught before.
Please do not assume your partner’s ability. Always start with some easy moves until
you know the level at which to pitch the dance. Beginners can very easily be
intimidated by someone who dances complex moves with them, and your role is to
make your partner feel comfortable.
Please do not teach moves to others without the express prior consent of an iDance
teacher.
When not dancing
Please do not walk across the floor while others are dancing and please avoid, at all
times, walking across the dance floor with drinks.
Please report any spillages immediately to a member of the iDance crew so they can
be mopped up.
Please do not place drinks on or near speakers or other electronic equipment.Please
keep bags tucked away under the chairs, and ensure no coats are blocking pathways.
Please do not stand directly in front of or behind the fans for any length of time, as it
will reduce the fan's ability to cool the room.Please do not walk onto the stage as there
will be cables that could cause a risk of tripping.
Clothing
Try to wear layers, you will warm up as the night progresses.
Avoid footwear that offers too much grip. Trainers and rubber soled shoes are usually
best avoided. Leather or suede soled shoes are preferred as they allow your feet to
move across the dance floor without too much resistance.
Please avoid high heels until you are confident with your balance.
We would discourage the wearing of jewellery, especially items that could catch
another dancer. Long necklaces and sharp rings should be avoided.
Hydration
Please stay hydrated throughout your evening. Most of our venues have a licensed
bar. If you choose to drink alcohol, please do so in moderation. Excessive alcohol
consumption may result in a ban, especially if is poses a risk to other dancers in the
venue.
Hygiene
Please bring a change of top, particularly in the summer months, as you will get
sweaty. Do remember to shower, brush your teeth and wear clean clothes to ensure
you are presentable. Dance is a contact activity, and your partner will thank you for
this. Also remember to wear deodorant, and wash/sanitise your hands frequently.
Safeguarding and inappropriate behaviour:
iDance operates a zero-tolerance policy towards antisocial behaviour on and off the
dance floor at our events, and is fully committed to protecting all of our dancers and
promoting a happy, healthy and safe environment for everyone. Any report of
harassment such as physical, personal, sexual, psychological, third party or
discriminatory will be investigated and could result in a ban or possibly even legal
prosecution.
Conduct
We ask all attendees to conduct themselves in a thoughtful, considerate and
appropriate manner at all of our events. Dancing does involve contact. Please ensure
any physical connection with your partner is appropriate and considerate. Dance the
moves as they are taught, and respect people’s opinions if they ask you to avoid
certain moves.
Dancing is a great place to meet people and make new friends; please do not treat it
as a pick up joint. Partner dancing is also intended to be a social activity. Please be
aware that having multiple dances with the same partner may be seen as detrimental
to the social harmony of an event. It also has the potential to make that person feel
solated and unable to socialise with the wider dance community.
Be thoughtful when speaking to others. Ask for dances politely and understand that
everybody has the right to refuse. Bad language, even said in jest, is inconsiderate to
those around you, and should be avoided.
Bullying, either physical or verbal, will not be tolerated, and could result in an
immediate suspension.Please endeavour to make your dance venue a safe and
enjoyable space for all.Do have the confidence to speak politely to your fellow dancers
if you are ever uncomfortable with their behaviour, always empathising that they may
be unaware of what they have done or how it may have affected you. If their behaviour
persists, please speak directly to a member of crew, teacher or event organiser
present that evening. Our team are always available to help.
Please also understand you have a right to refuse any dance, however, please show
consideration of the feelings of others when you respond.
Do look out for your fellow dancers and speak to an organiser if you witness any
inappropriate behaviour. Try to be available to offer support to those who ask.
iDance will investigate all matters that have been reported, initially speaking to and
requesting information from all parties involved, and then making a decision. In the
case of legal matters, or those which have involvement by the police, the entry of all
parties to iDance events will be temporarily suspended until a legal decision has been
reached and communicated back to to Dance.
Please note that iDance is entitled at any time to refuse you admission to any iDance
class or event.