We want all dancers to feel safe and healthy at our classes and events.
Dancing can be physically exerting and all attendees participate at their own risk. London Balboa Collective cannot be held liable for any injuries that may occur and we kindly ask that all dancers take responsibility for their own health and to know your limits when dancing.

As a general guideline, make sure you stay hydrated, stretch when necessary, and wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Please also be mindful of the health of others.

London Balboa Collective is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for EVERYONE.

We think a dance community should be a fun and friendly place, where everyone can enjoy learning, dancing, and have a great time. This code of conduct is meant to outline some of the ways we can work together to keep everyone safe and happy. It also helps to explain what is and isn’t okay behaviour. It talks a little about things any of us can do when someone’s behaviour is unacceptable or not safe for those around them, and some things we as organisers might do to support a safe environment for everyone.

Be respectful of those around you on the dance floor. If you bump into someone, apologise. If you hurt someone, apologise, and also try to figure out how you can keep it from happening again. This might mean not dancing with them again, or talking to your teacher.

Respect other people’s boundaries. You are so welcome to be creative, but just because you see someone do something with someone else doesn’t mean they will want to do it with you!

If you aren’t sure of someone’s boundaries, or can’t tell from their nonverbal cues, then ask them. If you misjudge, and they ask you to stop, either verbally or nonverbally (such as with a facial expression or a body language cue), then stop.

Ask, and respond, respectfully. People are usually happy to accept an invitation to dance, but it is also okay to say “no.” If you are turned down for a dance, please respect that decision and find someone else to dance with instead. If at any point in a dance you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you can tell your partner that you are uncomfortable, ask for any adjustments you need, or stop the dance before the song ends without explanation. Requests for your own safety and comfort are respectful of your partner as your ally in creating fun for everyone, and are not the same as offering someone unsolicited feedback on their dance skills (which is generally considered rude). If you are often uncomfortable in dances or often the recipient of these kinds of requests for adjustments, you should consider reaching out to a teacher or trusted ally for help.

Remember that alcohol and other substances can make it harder to judge boundaries accurately; please be mindful of your limits so that you can be mindful of others.

This environment is for everyone regardless of race, age, level of dance, sexual orientation, gender/gender identity, disability, physical appearance, religion, or anything else. We do not tolerate harassment or threats of any kind.

Any offensive comments, hostile online communications, sexual propositions, unwelcome photography or videography, displays of sexual imagery, unwanted physical contact, physical intimidation, stalking, verbal abuse will not be tolerated. Harassment is not acceptable here.

If you see something, say something. If someone is feeling threatened, intimidated or pressured by someone in or around the dance venue, we suggest the following steps:

Immediately contact us and stay close to a friend or loved one.
Contact the venue staff or security.
Contact the local authorities.
We promise to listen and to treat you with respect and confidentiality.

Any situation which makes another person feel unsafe or uncomfortable to the point of being unable to enjoy the event is considered as harassment. If you harass or threaten someone, you may be asked to leave.

We are grateful for your help and commitment to making our shared environment safe for everyone.

To keep things safe, fun and fair for everyone, please read and agree to the following:

I. Payments & Refunds

II. Behaviour in Class

III. Damage

IV. Safety & Responsibility

V. Personal Items

VI. Changes