Ambassador Track

The ambassador class track at the Ballroom is for advanced dancers who want to supplement their own practice with in-class instruction, leadership opportunities, service to the community, and group feedback. The cost of the class is both monetary and service-based. The class is invite only.

Service Costs (If you don’t live in Baltimore, you can do this stuff in your home scene when that makes more sense for you): 

• Monthly: 

  • Come to the beginning of a dance (meaning 9pm or earlier) at least 3 times/month.

  • Dance with at least 3 beginners at each dance you attend (particularly in the first hour after the drop in so the night starts with energy). Help them have a good time, meet people, and learn the norms of the space. 

  • Set goals for your own dancing and dance related social roles.

  • Fill out a monthly report (see more info lower in this email).

• Ongoing, less strict by month:

  • Dance with people who intimidate you, both for the sake of your dancing, and for the sake of breaking others of the hierarchical nonsense. 

  • Find ways to practice that don’t rely on the Ballroom. 

  • Involve newcomers socially. 

  • Pay attention to the vibes of the room at dances and help improve it.

    • Move around the room

    • Give the DJs (kind but specific) feedback

    • Disrupt negative cliques (talk to Sarah if you need ideas)

  • Lead Sunday practice

  • Take on social leadership roles (like organizing meet ups)