Not long ago, I made a post asking about how to approach socials as a single man, so as to not come across as creepy and tonight I went to my first social and had a fantastic time! I followed the advice of going to both the lessons beforehand (salsa and bachata) to sort of break the ice with the followers, and because it's the class I go to weekly I'm starting to see the same faces, so it's much easier to ask for a dance. And having made the decision to learn salsa now as well, I didn't have to sit down between dances.

I was a bit worried that my level wouldn't be high enough for others to enjoy dancing with me, but on the whole I think they had fun, and when we invariably messed up we just laughed it off, no matter who it was I was dancing with which was a big relief. I didn't feel creepy at all, which was great! I made sure to ask different women round the edge of the floor to dance, rather than just focus on the same people, and on the times I didn't dance I just sat and watched the others to see how they danced. One of the women I danced with even said I was a good lead and that I had great style! I felt she did as well so made sure to return the compliment :) So pleased I managed to do it - it's made me realise that lessons are great, but the social stuff is where the fun really begins! :) Can't wait to get back to it!