Code of Conduct

Welcome to our community. These guidelines help us create a safe and enjoyable space for everyone.

Respect

Everyone in our community deserves respect, regardless of their background, beliefs, or identity.
Discrimination of any kind is not tolerated. This includes race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, political views, or physical and mental abilities.
Please respect your partner’s preferred dance role. If you are unsure whether someone wants to lead or follow, simply ask.
Brazilian Zouk often involves close embrace. Be aware of body language, both yours and your partner’s, and respect personal boundaries.
If something feels uncomfortable and body language is not enough to communicate this, please speak up. You can stop and step away from a dance at any point.
If you sense your partner may not be comfortable, a gentle check-in is always appreciated.

Always invite your partner to dance. Pulling, pressuring, or coercing someone onto the floor is not acceptable.
If someone declines a dance, please respect their decision. If you decline, you do not need to give a reason.
Romantic or intimate activities require verbal consent and should be kept off the dance floor.
If you experience or witness inappropriate behaviour, please report it to a staff member as soon as possible. You may remain anonymous if you prefer.
Please do not offer unsolicited teaching or feedback during workshops or social dancing. Workshops are for learning from the instructors, and socials are for enjoying the dance.

Be mindful of the space around you and protect your partner from collisions.
Before filming or photographing other dancers, please ask for their consent before posting on social media.

We encourage the use of reusable water bottles. Filtered water is available for refills.
Please look out for each other’s belongings. If you find a lost item, hand it to a staff member.

Partner dancing means close contact. Please shower regularly, use deodorant, keep mints or gum handy, and consider bringing a spare shirt if needed.
Good hygiene makes dancing more enjoyable for everyone.

If you witness any situation where this Code of Conduct is being broken, please speak with a staff member or volunteer.

Thank you for helping us maintain a welcoming community.