Health and Safety
Health and safety
RSCDS Qld and other dancing clubs take care in choosing venues with safe dancing surfaces and of course having skilled teachers to take classes.
But dancers too are responsible for their own safety. To make sure, you are dancing safely, please take the time to read the following important advice.
But dancers too are responsible for their own safety. To make sure, you are dancing safely, please take the time to read the following important advice.
- As with all physical activities, dancers need basic fitness and mobility. If you have not done any physical activity for a while or have an existing injury or condition, get a clearance from your doctor before dancing.
- Don’t skip the warm-ups and cool-downs as they are part of the class.
- Dance to your ability. Scottish country dancing is not a competitive sport, so do what is comfortable for you. Common-sense yes, but it’s easy to get swept up by the music and forget this. There will be something to suit your level of skill and fitness.
- Keep your eyes open on the dance floor and try not to bump into others around you. Burling, extra spins and variations are great fun if everyone is familiar with them but should not be carried out in such a way as to prevent the participation and enjoyment of others.
- Remember your partner may have an injury that you’re unaware of and even one extra turn might hurt them. If your partner is hurting you unintentionally, please take care of yourself and let them know.
- The Strathspey Server’s ‘Healthy Dancing’ offers more health and safety advice.