How to Cut In at a Formal Ball

Cutting in is not rude, if it is done right.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Tuxedos
• Dancing Shoes
• Ballgowns
• Best Of Ballroom Dancing CDs

1. Enter the dance floor and approach the couple.
2. Face the person with whom you wish to dance, standing slightly to the couple's side.
3. Tap the person you wish to replace once, lightly, on the outside of the left shoulder.
4. Wait for the dancers to part.
5. Look at your partner, not the person you have replaced.
6. Offer one hand.
7. Step into dancing position with your partner when your hand is taken.
8. Begin dancing.
9. Choose a topic other than the previous dancing partner if you talk.

Tips & Warnings

• It is best to cut in only after a couple has danced one complete dance.