(1) Do not otherwise block the flow of the dance: Progressive dances always move counter-clockwise around the outer portion of the dance floor. If you want to be on the dance floor during a progressive dance (waltz, two step or foxtrot), then either move with the flow or move toward the middle of the floor. Going to the edge or the corner of the dance floor to "get out of the way" puts you exactly where the other dancers are trying to go. Line Dancing in the middle of the floor with stationary dancers outside the Middle. (Bear in mind that just because you are doing a dance which is not progressive, doesn't mean that nobody else is doing a progressive dance - make sure you leave room for some couples to do foxtrots while you're doing swings.) Finally, clear off the dance floor when you're not dancing - don't stand around chatting with your partner if you happen not to like the next dance.

(2) Use caution while dancing, especially with dances like the Swing, and be aware of other people around you. Everyone is moving and turning quickly, and injuries happen all too often.

(3) Be especially careful when carrying refreshments across the dance floor, so as not to spill or drop anything. If necessary, clean up whatever falls before somebody gets hurt.

(4) Ladies, if you see an oncoming couple about to collide into you and your partner, simply tap your partner gently on the shoulder. This is known as the international dance panic signal. Remain calm! Do not grab on for life. If you do, you will probably end up startling your partner and colliding into the oncoming dance team.

(5) Do not hurt your partner! This is of particular importance to leaders in general, but followers occasionally hurt their partner by gripping his hand too hard or the wrong way (make sure to have a loose grip while spinning).

(6) Try to make yourself comfortable to be near: make sure that you have recently showered and brushed your teeth (or at least freshened your breath since your last meal/smoke). People with long hair should make sure it is somehow held in place so it doesn't hit their partners when they spin. Make sure there are no bulky items such as keys or wallets in your front right pocket (you will probably look and feel better if all your pockets are empty while you dance). Don't wear sharp rings or any long, dangling jewelry. (Note it is common in some areas for people to bring towels and multiple shirts to dances so as to avoid getting overly sweaty.)

(7) Make sure to use good floorcraft when dancing. Always be careful not to crash into or corner other couples on the dance floor. (It is, of necessity, the primary responsibility of the better dancers to avoid the less experienced dancers on the floor.)