So you think you can learn to dance

Ok, so sorry about the delay in an update, but now we're going to rock! So we're going to look at another great event to meet some people and have fun. Salsa lessons is what I'll cover for now, but swing lessons could also be a great option.

 Salsa dancing is a great way to stay in shape, interact with a lot of people, though it can have it can be a challenge when first starting out. As for gender makeup of your average lessons, there is usually a 50/50 split, and if it's warmer out the edge goes to the ladies to as high as 70%. If it's rainy dudes, forget it as it will be wall to wall fellas looking for a dance. So depending on the weather,  as a guy you can definitely be in demand as most guys show up solo, and most ladies show up in pairs of more.

 Generally you can find a place for lessons or dance year round in the DC area including Habanna Village, The Salsa room, Bravo Bravo and a host of others. Most of these places generally have lessons early in the evening, or you can get it through a meetup group, or a www.thingstododc.com or www.prosinthecity.com dance lessons.

 Pre dance:

  Men: Let's make sure we're wearing the correct shoes. Black dress shoes should be just fine. As for the pants and shirt, you can go with a jean or slacks, as long as your comfortable. Be sure to think to wear something that if you sweat, will not be too obvious. If it's crowded, it definitely will get hot and pit stains are usually never that attractive

  Ladies: You'll be asked to dance a lot, so no flip-flops! A knee length dress and a low heel should be good. As they say, even though male is the lead in salsa, the dance is still all about the lady.

@ the lessons

  I still say, show up early! 1/2 of everything that happens is luck and timing, so make sure it's in your favor  Grab a drink ( just one) and strike up a conversation. Just a "Have you taken lessons before?" Is a great start. You'll more then likely be switching partners and it will be loud so be sure to make that great first impression. If it's your very very first time, as long as you can step forward and step back, you'll be in good shape. 

Dance time!

                                                              Me dancin' up a storm

 So you've got some moves, some confidence, and now you're ready to go! Let's slow down... Take the time to chat with some of the people you already chatted up. Sure get out there and do a few songs. Fake it before you make it, just another fancy way of acting like you've got the confidence, will actually give you the confidence.   Don't forget, suggest a cool spot nearby, exchange numbers or emails, etc.. Have fun!