Jack Hunt Dancer

Something I love having conversations about is how much partner dancing has evolved, and where its going next.

Not that long ago, many dance scenes had in place very rigid social rules. Men led. Women followed. Men asked women to dance. Certain behaviours were expected and anyone who didn't fit neatly into those expectations could find themselves feeling unwelcome or even excluded.

Thankfully, many of our communities have moved beyond that.

Today, people can choose the role they want to dance. Anyone can ask anyone to dance. We have more freedom, more expression and more opportunity for enjoying beautiful dance connections than ever before.

And that's something worth celebrating.

BUT - with greater freedom comes a responsibility to think about the culture we're creating.

A welcoming and inclusive dance community isn't built by the quality of the dancing or how many viral videos come out of it. It's built by the small choices we make when we interact with each other - every class, every event and even every dance.

It's asking someone to dance who has been sitting out for a while instead of immediately grabbing the nearest experienced dancer.

It's encouraging beginners and helping them feel like they belong from their very first class.

It's remembering that social dancing is about sharing a dance with another person, not performing for the people watching from the side.

It's staying present with your partner rather than scanning the room looking for the next dance before the current one has even finished.

It's recognising that every person in the room deserves the same respect, whether they've been dancing for ten years or ten minutes.

The truth is that culture flows from the top.

Teachers, organisers, DJs and experienced dancers set the tone for the entire community. When those who run the scene embody generosity, humility and inclusion, those values naturally filter down. When they don't, we often end up with cliques, beginners feeling invisible, and a community that slowly becomes less welcoming than it could be.
(A little shout out here to Gabor Kiss - I've never seen a teacher who does a better job blending class content with teaching dance ettitquete 👏)

The good news is that creating a better dance culture doesn't require grand gestures.

It starts with a smile.
An invitation.
A willingness to connect.

Long after we forget the combinations we learnt or the songs we enjoyed, we'll remember how the community made us feel.

And in my opinion - keeping that in mind is the most important piece of dance etiquette there is.

Have a great day and see you on the dancefloor 🥰

Hey! hope you're having a great day - heres a litte thought dump - feel free to let me know your thoughts!

Teaching dancing as I do, I think a lot about the balance between getting it *right* and simply enjoying the dance.

Lately, I’ve noticed more and more dancers - especially those early on in their journey - seem to be putting a huge amount of pressure on themselves. Trying to catch every beat, hit every instrument, respond to every musical detail… all while still figuring out their basic steps and It’s a lot!
It starts to feel less like I'm watching dancing and more like I'm watching people performing a task.

Don’t get me wrong - the level of musicality in the scene right now is incredible. Dancers are exploring music in creative, expressive ways that we’ve never really seen before, and that’s something to celebrate. But I do sometimes wonder if in pushing the ceiling higher, we’re also raising the floor a little too quickly - turning the dance scene into something less welcomng and inaccessible to would be dancers.

A lot of this comes from teachers of course and I know I have a tendency to fall into this trope. The way we dance, the way we talk about music, the way we talk about understanding the music/ figuring out the structure etc etc - it all shapes the student's experience and what they undersatnd as 'right', 'correct' etc.
If everything we demonstrate is layered, complex, and hyper-detailed, it’s easy for beginners to feel like they need to do the same just to fit in.

But whether we're dancing salsa, bachata or any other social dance, it can be simple and still feel amazing.

There’s something really special about just letting a song play and feeling the rhythm, sitting comfortably in your basic, maybe playing with the instruments when it feels natural - not because you 'should', but because you 'can'. That kind of freedom is where a lot of people fall in love with dancing in the first place.

Its important for us as a community, to keep making space for that.

To remind newer dancers that it’s about having fun and not about he most complex moves or to catch every single accent or drop in the music.
That musicality isn’t about ticking boxes- it’s about listening, feeling, and responding in your own time.
And to remind ourselves, as teachers and more experienced dancers, that modelling joy and simplicity is just as important as modelling skill.

Competitions, Jack & Jills, and social media have their place - they can inspire, challenge, and push the art form forward. But they’re only one part of the picture.

At the end of the day, most people walk into a dance class or a social because they want to move, connect with other people, and enjoy the music.

It would be a shame to lose that.

Every now and then, lets make an effort to come back to the basics - not as a limitation, but as a choice. A place to breathe, to listen, and to remember why we started dancing in the first place.

Have a great day!

🔥 Something special is happening this month 🔥

Get ready for a night of smooth vibes, connection, and irresistible rhythms 💃🏽🕺🏽

We’re bringing you a Bachata & Kizomba social that’s all about great music and good energy. Whether you want to melt into the music, lose yourself in the flow, or just enjoy the atmosphere — this is one not to miss!

Save the date!



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I can't wait for this!

Find me on the dancefloor at 's Kizz Festival in June.

If you're intersted in coming along I have a discount code: JACKHUNT

Get ready for an afternoon of music, movement, and Latin energy in the heart of the city! Join us at Norwich Market for a celebration of Latin dance as part of the Norwich Summer Sessions.

We’ll be bringing FREE beginner-friendly dance classes in Salsa and Bachata, open to everyone. No partner and no experience needed—just come along, have fun, and learn a few moves in a welcoming and relaxed atmosphere.

You’ll also get to enjoy exciting performances from Latino Power, bringing high-energy Latin dance right to the market square.

✨ Free dance classes
🔥 Live Latin Music
💃 Open to all levels
📍 Right in the heart of Norwich

Bring your friends, soak up the summer atmosphere, and experience the joy of Latin dance.

More details coming soon—stay tuned!

Salsa & Sauna Saturdays in Norwich 🔥💃

I'm super excited for this collaberation!
Its a match made in heaven for mental health, wellbeing, and getting some exercise in.

We’ll start with a fun beginner-friendly salsa class, where you’ll learn some moves, get a little sweaty, and have a laugh. It’s also a great way to meet people, connect, and try something new.

Then afterwards… sauna time to relax, recover, and soak up the good vibes.

No partner needed.
No dance experience needed.
Just bring some energy and comfortable clothes you can move in and I’ll take care of the rest.

Details:
💃 Salsa class – £12
🧖 Sauna NOT included in class price
⏰ Please arrive 5:55pm ready to start at 6pm

Secure your spot here:
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⚠️ If you're looking for the full experiance be sure to book your sauna spot for after the class!

What to bring:
💧 Water bottle recommended
🧦 No special shoes needed – we’ll be dancing in socks or barefoot

Come move, sweat, relax… and feel amazing ✨

Location:
The Lions Den City
17a White Lion Street, Norwich, NR2 1PX

I'm really excited to announce my OG Bachata teacher is joining us on Friday to teach the beginners class.

Gabor embodies all the fun and musicality that Bachata has to offer and it was in his classes that I fell in love with the dance.

See you on Friday at 7pm!

Alright you beautiful hip-moving legends 🕺💃 — hope your week has had at least half as much rhythm as your basic step 😉

Here’s what we’ve got coming up:

Thursday – Solo Styling (All Levels)
📍 Heather Millan Dance School
⏰ 8:40pm

Our solo styling classes are open to everyone. Whether you want to sharpen your footwork, add some flavour to your bachata, build confidence, or just move your body for an hour — there’s space for you. We’ll give options throughout so you can push yourself or keep it comfortable. No pressure, just progress and good vibes.

Friday – Weekly Bachata Night
📍 Bar & Beyond
⏰ Classes from 7pm

Classes for all levels, with social dancing mixed in so you can actually use what you learn (wild concept, I know 😏).

Then…

Friday Late – Social Until Late
📍 Copa Cubana (upstairs)
We’ll head upstairs for social dancing with a mix of SBK — bachata, salsa, kizomba — good tunes, good people, good energy.

Bring your smiles, your spins, and maybe a spare t-shirt.

See you on the dancefloor ❤️

BACHATA IS TAKING OVER NORWICH!

We’re bringing weekly Bachata classes + social dancing to a buzzing venue right in the heart of Norwich — and you’re invited!

Whether you’ve never danced before, already love Bachata, or just want a fun end of week vibe, we’ve got you covered. No partner needed, no pressure, just great music, great people and plenty of smiles.
Two left feet? Perfect. We’ll fix that

Come for the class… stay for the social - we have SBK Social after the class and its free!

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SCHEDULE & PRICES

7:00pm
✿ Beginners (Level 1) Bachata
£5

✿ Improvers+ (Level 3) Bachata
£8

8:15pm
✿ Improvers (Level 2) Bachata
£8

8.15pm
✿ Intermediate (Level 4) Bachata

9:05pm – 9:30pm
Social Dancing — practise, play & party

Cash only
2-class discount available
Student discount with valid ID
Maternity leave discount available

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YOUR TEACHERS
Jack • Marwa • Hannah • Diana • Sarah

Friendly, experienced, and guaranteed to make you feel welcome

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VENUE
Bar & Beyond, Norwich
24-26 Prince of Wales Rd, Norwich NR1 1LG

Parking nearby at St Andrews carpark and Castle mall carpark

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STAY CONNECTED
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Norwich Latin Dance
www.norwichlatindance.com
[email protected]

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We also have a Whatsapp group - ask for the QR code at classes.

See you on the dancefloor!