View Poll Results: Do you ever dance with your eyes closed?

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  • Yes, I have no control over it and i love it!

    9 25.71%
  • Yes, I occasionally let my self go

    20 57.14%
  • Yes but I don't like loosing control and I fight it!

    2 5.71%
  • No, I'm always in control and like to know what's going on around me

    5 14.29%
  • No, I'm far too self conscious and worry what others might think

    2 5.71%
  • No, I still have to really concentrate and think about every move

    1 2.86%
  • NO, ABSOLUTELY NOT and I think people who do are idiots

    2 5.71%
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    Dancing with closed eyes?

    When the music and atmosphere are perfect, do you sometimes get completely lost in your own little world and dance with your eyes closed?
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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Often - Azande says I follow better with my eyes closed too.

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by Lory
    When the music and atmosphere are perfect, do you sometimes get completely lost in your own little world and dance with your eyes closed?
    It's a bit more difficult when you're leading...
    ...but it's great when you're concentrating on your partner so much -- and vice versa, that you keep dancing after the music stops, 'cause you're still dancing *with* each other...
    ...which can be a bit embarassing when everyone else has stopped in the (tango) class

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Hmm, could be risky in late night (early morning) blues, head on the guys shoulder, eyes, closed... zzzzz (and no I haven't actually done that!)

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    As leader I have to keep my eyes open. It is only on the rare bluesy track, with the right partner, that I can have that luxury. What it comes down to is only twice in all my MJ experience. but, ah, those two times ...

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by spindr
    It's a bit more difficult when you're leading...
    I normally only close my eyes when learning routines; in a class where I am (reasonably) sure that everyone is going to stay in their lines and I can stay in my space without fear of leading the lady into someone else. I find that I can 'see' the paths I have to lead clearer without interferance from my eyes. It also helps feel resistance, pressure, contact and direction from my partner. The only 'scary' bit is leading a lady into a freespin and wondering if you are going to catch her again. I havn't missed yet, but it's still a worry.

    I have however focused into 'tunnel vision' with my partner so that everything else is just faded background noise and blur. .... *sigh*

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by Lory
    When the music and atmosphere are perfect, do you sometimes get completely lost in your own little world and dance with your eyes closed?
    Do it with tezi all the time - only problem is getting too carried away !!!

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by Lynn
    Hmm, could be risky in late night (early morning) blues, head on the guys shoulder, eyes, closed... zzzzz (and no I haven't actually done that!)
    Sounds perfect to me!

    And, don't worry Lynn, if you 'drop off' at Southport, I'm sure one of us will make sure you get back to your challet safely and tuck you in!
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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    I didn't even realised that i did it until someone pointed it out! I only do it occassionaly. You tend to be more careful with you partner if you know they have their eyes closed ie, making sure you lead them into the move or offer the hand outso that you can be led properly! I think i could only close my eyes for a long period during the dance if i REALLY trusted my partner!

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by Lory
    Sounds perfect to me!

    And, don't worry Lynn, if you 'drop off' at Southport, I'm sure one of us will make sure you get back to your challet safely and tuck you in!
    I suppose I will have to get back to my chalet at some stage... but not until daylight...

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    i'm afraid i do it if i am really enjoying myself or really like the music

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    I definitely close my eyes when dancing blues late at night, with the right person, provided I feel the environment is safe to do so (Circular dancing? - you know who you are )

    I also frequently close my eyes when starting to dance with someone. I do this whilst in closed position for a couple of reasons. It lets me feel the connection with the follower, so I can make a judgement on how to adjust my lead to suit her (or Andy ) It then lets me concentrate on feeling the music, so as to start dancing in a style to suit the music and at an appropriate place - ie not starting a long, complicated move as the musical phrase leads into a break, for example. Of course if I know the song and the partner well, then I may just dive straight on in, with a suitably theatrical lead on to the floor - Sometimes I just get carried away (Although I've recently discovered the "caveman approach" works with certain ladies - you know who you are too )

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    If the music and dancing are both perfect I sometimes inadvertently close my eyes. I have even come round with a real jolt and wondered where I am . I closed my eyes and dreamed I was in the blues room at Southport once when I was actually at Hipsters. (same partner )

    It's like when you have a little nap in the afternoon that's too deep and you wake up in a panic thinking it's the morning.

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    I was going to ask whether your partner closes their eyes as well

    Of course, if your eyes are closed, you should not able to tell

    But, you can can’t you

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    It can be a little disconcerting to beginner leaders when the follower closes their eyes though.

    I don't think those that do are idiots - just a bit suicidal.



    I'm assuming the poll refers to dance rather than class situations, where the teacher has either leader or follower close their eyes to illustrate something or other.

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by drathzel
    I didn't even realised that i did it until someone pointed it out! I only do it occassionaly..........
    me too


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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by philsmove
    I was going to ask whether your partner closes their eyes as well

    Of course, if your eyes are closed, you should not able to tell

    But, you can can’t you

    A bit like kissing then!

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Hey DS - ticking them all is cheating!

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Dancing as leader doesn't lend itself to closing eyes.

    However, if dancing a la muggle: absolutely!! Often. Is fab.....

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    Re: Dancing with closed eyes?

    Quote Originally Posted by Ceroc Jock
    Dancing as leader doesn't lend itself to closing eyes.

    However, if dancing a la muggle: absolutely!! Often. Is fab.....

    Nah you see, i'm going to have to disagree with you there! I have danced with a few men/leaders, who have closed their eyes during the lead and the dance is just as good!

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