How to Dance at Prom
Prom night is one of the most important nights of a teenager's life. It has been talked about since elementary school if you had an older sibling or watched any family oriented television show. It is something that will be discussed for the rest of your life. Although there is lots of focus on the look and the date, the point of going to a prom is the dancing. Even if you do not know how to dance, you can learn how to dance at prom in a way that leaves you proud and happy.
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Instructions
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Sit the first few songs out by asking your date to get you some punch. Drink, talk with friends and show off your gorgeous look. Most importantly, you want to use this time to casually observe how others are dancing. Every prom is unique, and your prom will likely have its own standard of dancing. You don't want to go on the dance floor and start doing an old-fashioned dance if everybody else is doing modern dancing.
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Confess any insecurities to your partner in a joking way. It is likely that your dancing partner is every bit as nervous as you are, and it's important to not make him feel pressured along with you. Yet, you can turn your worries into a joke, and ask your partner to lead. He will increase his confidence as he eases your nerves on the dance floor. This can lead to both of you having a magnificent time.
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Ask to lead when a slow song comes on. This is your cue for a classic prom dance. Start by feeling the beats of the music, and start to sway with your hips and feet.
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Pull your partner in close. It should almost be like a hug. How close you will hug your partner depends on your comfort level with him. If it is a friendship date, keep the hug loose.
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Make sure he has his arms as tightly around you as your arms sit around him.
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Tips & Warnings
Try out several different types of song and dances while at your prom to get the full experience. You'll never forget the evening, but you want to still try to make it as memorable as possible.
Don't let your date pressure you into doing any dances that make you feel uncomfortable. Some dances can get pretty intense these days. Stick with what makes you happy and comfortable.
