The Modern Dancer

Welcome to the home of our dancing obsession. Read here for discussion of all things dance (especially salsa and bachata), and tips and things we’ve learned about social dancing, etiquette, dance gear and shoes, performance, and much more.

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Geometric painting of three diverse couples sharing separate areas of a social dance floor

Social Dance Etiquette: A Guide for Leaders and Followers

May 29, 2026

How to ask, accept and decline dances, respect boundaries, use safe floorcraft and share responsibility as…

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Bachata Styles Explained: Dominican, Modern, Sensual and Fusion

May 24, 2026

How Dominican, modern, sensual and fusion bachata differ in music, footwork, connection and class content, plus…

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What Is Jazz Dance? History, Styles and Your First Class

May 24, 2026

A beginner’s guide to jazz dance history, styles, class structure, basic terms, clothing and shoes, written…

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