FAQ
General Questions
Do I have to have a partner?
The culture of Tango encourages dancing with many people. It’s a dance party…you dance and socialize with people you know or would like to meet!
What kind of shoes should I wear?
You should bring shoes that can pivot smoothly on hardwood. Often leather-soled shoes are best but some kinds of rubber or synthetics work as well. Followers often wear high-heels (and finding the perfect pair of shoes is hours of fun) and leads tend to wear flats.
How much does it cost?
Cover charges vary but most places in town charge from $2-$7.
Dance Etiquette
How do I get someone to dance with me?
1) Ask, “Would you like to dance?”
2) Make eye contact. Incline head meaningfully toward the dance floor while arching the left eyebrow.
How do I prevent someone from dancing with me?
1) Say, “No, thanks, not right now” to the question above.
2) Do not make eye contact.
How do I get someone to stop dancing with me?
1) Say, “Thank You.” This is tango code for, “It’s been lovely, however, I’d like to dance with someone else now.”
2) Kick them repeatedly in the shin and/or drag them around the floor. They’ll say, “Thank You.”
How do I get someone to keep dancing with me?
By being a really fantastic follow/lead.
How do I get to be a fantastic lead/follow?
Connect.
How do I “Connect?”
Pay attention to your partner. What they are doing, where they are in space.
