On the Floor / Dance Floor Etiquette: No Drinks/Food: Never carry drinks, glasses, or cans onto the dance floor; spills are dangerous. Walk Around: Walk around the edge of the floor, never through a moving line of dancers. Space: Fill in the gaps, move forward if someone leaves the floor. This creates space for others to join towards the back or sides. If crowded, take smaller steps. Crowded Floor: If you don't know the dance, dance on the edges to avoid blocking others. If there is no room please stand back and watch. Be Courteous: Apologize if you bump someone; replace knocked-over drinks. Joining The Dance Floor: If you wish to join the floor and a dance is in motion (or about to start) Join at the edge or rear of the floor. Politely ask others to move forward if they have space in front/beside them to allow you to join the floor. Leaving the Dance Floor: Should you be on the floor and wish to leave be mindful of the dancers around you. Find your fastest most direct path off the floor (Direct to the Side, Rear or Front). Pick your moment to leave the floor to avoid bumping into other.