6 Cool-Killing Moves for Newbie Club Dancers!

Dancing in a nightclub is both one of the easiest and hardest things in the world. If you've ever been laughed at while dancing, you have probably sworn off it for life (especially in public). Fortunately the most likely causes of the 'point and laugh syndrome' that afflicts both guys and girls alike are relatively restricted and pretty easy to avoid! If you're looking to really let loose (instead of just drinking at shouting) at your faveLondon nightclub this weekend, make sure you avoid all of these instant cool-killing moves.

Clapping and snapping

Unless you want to look like your Dad (yes, even if you are female), leave the claps and snaps out of your dancing. If you aren't an experienced dancer you'll just draw attention to yourself … and for those trying to learn London nightlife dancing without fear of derision, attention is always unwanted!

Invading personal space

If done subtly, this is just generally unwanted and will win you few friends. Serious cases (that involve either 'accidental' groping or waving your groin in other people's space) will get you kicked out of every respectable nightclub in London.

Jumping

Another attention-getter, and a move that's well out of your age range if you have the ID to get into nightclubs!

Staring at the floor or at other people

Your moving your body - move your eyes as well! People are very sensitive to eye movements, and believe it or not they will instantly notice if your eyes don't match your body. Look around, check out the DJ and your friends, make brief eye contact with other dancers, but just don't stare!

Avoid any simulated sexual moves

Don't get me wrong, I'm not saying that you shouldn’t be sexy when you dance - it's possible even for guys to do this without being creepy. But any move that mimics or echoes the act of making a baby is not appropriate on a dance floor!

Friends don't let friends dance drunk

Dancing drunk is a much of a cool-killer as driving drunk is a real killer. Friends - don't let your friends do it!

Guy's Guide to Nightclub Etiquette

If you have the anatomical equipment belonging to the fairer sex, there is little you can do wrong at a nightclub … bouncers, staff and other patrons will put up with more from a lady than they will from a man, as unfortunate and sexist as it is! Today we're looking at London nightclub etiquette for guys - don't click your teaspoon on the side of your glass, don't place your elbows on the bar ... and for goodness sake don't throw up on anybody's dress! Today we go beyond the basics for guys looking for a good weekend out clubbing in London.

Dress

Most guys own at least one pair of slacks, a shirt and a jacket that are suited to wearing to nightclubs in London. However, there are a couple of points that many guys always forget, that can do wonders for helping get you in the front door. Remember to:

• Pay attention to your shoes! Yes, they're all the way down on the ground … but they really define your outfit.
• Don't just brush your hair, pop in some gel and make an attempt at giving it some sort of shape.
• Girls pay a lot of attention to their faces before they go clubbing in London - and perhaps that's why they find it so easy to get in the door! If you go beyond the basics of soap-and-water plus shaving gel before you head off to a London nightclub, you'll make a much better impression. Aftershave, moisturise, groom your eyebrows … it's not hard for guys.

Bouncer relations

Bouncers are wary of guys … because they make up 99% of the people they have to heave out the door for bad behaviour. Unfortunately it's just something you'll need to deal with. If you’re talking to the bouncer, be genuine and friendly. Don't try to score points off him or act cooler than him … you'll soon be looking for a different London nightclub!

Lines

If you’re going to a new nightclub in London, make sure you aren't standing in the VIP line just because its shorter…

Waiting in line

Waiting in line is probably one of your best opportunities to start talking to the ladies.

You'll have a quiet enough atmosphere that you can actually talk to them, and it will make it much easier to start dancing with somebody inside the club if you've already spoken to them outside. Make a comment about the bouncer, your friends (not hers!!), the weather … anything but a pick up line.