Salsa Etiquette

How to invite a lady for dance?

Walk to the lady, make eye contact first, and then ask her “May I have this dance”, in English or Spanish. IF she says yes,  then extend your hand and lead her onto the dance floor. Remember: walk with her on to the floor, don’t march out there alone.  After the dance, do not bolt for the exit. Take her and lead her, approximately, back to the place from where you picked her up.  Thank her for the dance!

How to choose a man for dance?

Should a woman have to sit and listen to song after song goes by that she wants to dance to, but doesn’t get asked?  I would say, hell no.
Here are some tips how to  choose a man for dance:
*   If someone is coming off the floor from a dance, and is a sweaty mess, that might not be the    opportune time to ask them to dance.

*   If someone looks like they are bee-lining for the bathroom or the bar, that isn’t the correct time  either.

*   If someone is obviously avoiding making eye contact with you, you might want to think twice  about approaching them for a dance.

#  If you see a guy on the edge of the floor, tapping his foot madly, chances are, he’s just waiting  (like you would be).  Go get him!