Now that you are ready to go to the clubs and begin your life as a Salsero or Salsera, you must learn the code of conduct developed over decades of dancing. It is a huge mistake to think that Latin clubs and/or nights follow the same loose rules of clubs that play predominantly house and club music. Below we will give you a crash course on Latin Club Etiquette:

Men’s Etiquette

Have Good Hygiene – If you are not sweating, you are not dancing…wear deodorant and cologne. For some suggestions of good cologne, see “The Editor ’s Corner” opinion column on the Best Smelling Cologne.
Never Let Them See You Sweat! – When it comes to the salsa scene there are two types of clothes: Clothes that show sweat and clothes that hide it. Beware of the “water-balloon on the back look”. If you are questioning whether a shirt is wearable, use the official “SalsaWild Sweat Test”.
The test is as follows:
· Put on the shirt
· Pour yourself a glass of water
· Pour the glass of water over your head
· Does the shirt look wet? (Thus the “water-balloon on the back look”)
Approach as a Gentleman – Never grab a woman and tug her onto the dance floor, politely ask her to dance and if she refuses thank her and walk away! Assume she is injured, this will make it much easier on you.
Dance with Respect – When dancing with a woman, maintain a respectful distance. Your goal is to make the woman feel comfortable so that you both can enjoy the dance. Refusal to respect this rule will be the fastest route to a very lonely night.

Women’s Etiquette

Smile! There is something about a smile on a woman's face that makes her much more approachable and pleasant.
Make Yourself Available To Be Asked To Dance! Don't hide from the salseros - put yourself out there to experience different dance partners. The experience will only improve your skills.
Loosen Up! Sometimes it's easy to get stiff from being nervous or just plain inexperience, however, try to relax and enjoy yourself in order to make it easier to be led on the dance floor.
Don't Stare At The Floor! When salsa dancing, try not to concentrate on the feet or the floor. Keep your head up and eyes straight ahead - which leads us to the next tip...
Don't Stare At Your Partner In The Face! When dancing, too much eye contact (staring) can be uncomfortable. It's ok to look at your partner every now and then, but give them a little breathing room as well.
Stand Straight! This will improve your salsa style 100%. When your posture is good, it enhances your dancing.
Wear Comfortable Clothing! Wear something that does not need a lot of adjusting. There is nothing more annoying for you the lady, as well as the man, than constantly tugging and fixing your clothes when they are trying to attempt a move on you.
Smell Good! Good hygiene is of the utmost importance in the salsa world. Simple things such as wearing a light perfume and not forgetting deodorant will help.
Have Fresh Breath! Salsa is an up close and personal dance. The fresher the breath, the better the experience.
Stay Dry! It's quite true that salsa is exercise and causes you to sweat, however, try to stay dry. Dancing salsa requires a lot of contact. If you tend to sweat a lot, bring your own handkerchief or hand towel and wipe off that sweat.
Have Fun! Get out there on the dance floor and enjoy yourself. Your attitude will be reflected in your dancing!