The new season of classes got off to a great start in City Church, Belfast last night, with many new beginners. But don't worry if you missed the first class, you can come along next week.
With the start of the new term it is perhaps timely to remind ourselves of some Tango etiquette.
Respect the person you are dancing with and respect the people around you.
Personal hygiene is essential for an enjoyable dancing experience.
Bad breath, body odour and excessive perspiration are common offenders. Be sensitive to your fellow dancers. Given the physical closeness in Tango, good hygiene is essential and, for the vast majority of dancers, it is not an issue. However, probably all of us have had the occasional dance where we have become aware of our partner’s presence in a less than Tango way.
Here are some tips:
Shower before dancing whenever possible.
Use a deodorant and, if you need to, an effective anti-perspirant.
Use aftershave and perfume sparingly: they can be quite overpowering and some people are allergic to them.
Use breath fresheners frequently.
Think carefully about eating strong foods before dancing, like garlic, onions and curry, as they linger on the breath, skin and clothes for a long time. Also, when you have been cooking – especially frying – the odour remains on your clothes.
One cause of body odour that is sometimes overlooked is stress. Especially if you are new to Tango. So, above all, enjoy yourself!
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