Guardian Dancing 💞

Guardian Dancing is a voluntary role where you are able to join the class or event for free. 

All Guardian Dancers should familiarise themselves with our Community Guidelines

Your role

• Join the session and dance with students to support learning one-to-one.

• Wear a pink wristband to show you’re Guardian Dancing. You can remove it at any time if you want to step back.

• Optionally join team briefings and debriefs to understand the teaching approach and share feedback.

• Look out for any welfare concerns and flag them to a member of the team.

What you need

• Comfortable dancing lead and/or follow at least one level above complete beginner.

• Regularly social dancing Afro-Latin styles.

• No teaching experience required.

What you get

• Free entry to the class or event.

• You can choose which role you Guardian Dance in. If you’re learning a new role, you’re still welcome to Guardian Dance in that role.

Tips

• Be friendly, welcoming, and reassuring.

• Always ask before giving tips or feedback, and respect a “no”.

• Keep feedback light and encouraging.

• If you’re unsure about something, ask the teacher. You’re not expected to be an expert.