r/Salsa • u/HorseElectronic3477 • 9d ago

Skill level

I am convinced, and I will die on this hill, that the number, quality and frequency of strangers coming to ask you out for a dance is a strong solid indicator of how good you are at dancing.

I do not mean a random ask. I mean where strangers search for, will wait and beeline for you.

For example, the fact I rarely get asked by strangers (when they do it is a random ask) and I only dance with people I know, is a clear indication that my dance is lucking.

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u/lfe-soondubu 8d ago

There are a lot of different factors, not just skill. 

Positive rep in the scene, looks and appearance, past good dance experiences all play a part. 

Also how much enjoyment your partners seem to have is a big factor. If your partners are smiling ear to ear dance after dance, people do notice that, and may preferentially seek you out over someone more skilled but more clinical.