Following dance floor etiquette helps everyone to have fun. Basically, just be courteous and respectful of others around you: Look where you are going, and be prepared for the unexpected. If you bump into someone, smile and apologize. If someone bumps into you, smile and apologize. If you find yourself apologizing all the time, maybe the problem isn’t just everybody else. If you find yourself smiling all the time, well, good. If you are not dancing, don’t stand on the dance floor. Stand close to the wall so we don’t experience the incredible shrinking dance floor. Also, don’t carry drinks onto the dance floor. Report spills immediately or clean it up yourself! Finally, there is no excuse for “road rage” on the dance floor. If you see someone breaking the rules, let it go. Maybe he isn’t aware of the rules, maybe she’s trying her best, but it’s unlikely he really is a jerk who simply enjoys getting in your way. We all make mistakes. Getting angry isn’t going to solve anything. Smile, and apologize. Leaders are responsible for protecting their partners. Followers help them out if you see trouble coming. (Remember, it’s not always the leader’s fault.) We are all learning! Take responsibility for your own dancing.