自從搬回歐洲之後比較多機會參加 swing dance camp,想跟大家分享一下我去跳舞的時候一定會帶的 10 個配件。有些是為了保護自己,有些是為了體貼舞伴,有些則是經驗之談~ 希望對你有幫助 ^^
Since I moved back to Europe I've had more opportunities to attend swing camps. These are just 10 items that I always bring to socials - sometimes for my own sake, sometimes for my partners', and some are just good things to have. Hope you find the suggestions helpful :)
Since I moved back to Europe I've had more opportunities to attend swing camps. These are just 10 items that I always bring to socials - sometimes for my own sake, sometimes for my partners', and some are just good things to have. Hope you find the suggestions helpful :)
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1. 參加 swing camp 的時候會跟各地來的舞者跳舞,因此會接觸到很。多。的。細。菌。不管是上 workshop 也好還是 social dance 也好,我都會帶著酒精清潔液,隔一陣子就消毒一下手,不然跳舞跳到半夜,第二天早上又起來上課一整天,再加上開車坐飛機等等,抵抗力本來就下降,很可能一從 camp 回到家就感冒了(更慘的是在 camp 的時候感冒,沒人要跟你跳舞,嗚嗚嗚)。
A a swing camp attendees dance with other attendees from absolutely everywhere. This means a ton of germs. Whether during workshops or social dances I bring hand sanitizer and sanitize every once in a little while. Otherwise dancing all night and workshops all day, combined with travel fatigue from driving or flying - all this adds up to compromised immune system and a cold as soon as you get home. Or worse, a cold AT THE CAMP, so no one will dance with you (sob).
A a swing camp attendees dance with other attendees from absolutely everywhere. This means a ton of germs. Whether during workshops or social dances I bring hand sanitizer and sanitize every once in a little while. Otherwise dancing all night and workshops all day, combined with travel fatigue from driving or flying - all this adds up to compromised immune system and a cold as soon as you get home. Or worse, a cold AT THE CAMP, so no one will dance with you (sob).
2. 薄荷糖也可以,口香糖也可以,只要能夠讓你口氣芬芳就好,至於為什麼就不用多說了吧???
Mints or gum - anything that freshens your breath. Surely this is self-explanatory?
Mints or gum - anything that freshens your breath. Surely this is self-explanatory?
3. 跳舞跳得香汗淋漓的時候掏出手帕或是毛巾,體貼自己,體貼舞伴,體貼環境。不要用紙巾擦擦後揉成一團,又不環保又難看。Vintage 手帕設計多,有秀氣的刺繡的也有挺 man 的男性化設計,可以放口袋也可以放胸前裝飾,妙用無窮。如果是汗量很大的話不用客氣,直接帶幾條小毛巾吧。
Handkerchiefs or a towel to wipe away your dancing sweat - good for you, your partner, and the environment. I sometimes see people using paper towels and then scrunch it up and throw it out. It's ugly and not environmentally friendly. Vintage hankies come in so many designs - pretty embroidered ones as well as masculine ones. You can put it your back pocket or put it in your breast pocket - it's decorative, stylish, and pragmatic. If you sweat a lot, nothing wrong with just using face towels.
Handkerchiefs or a towel to wipe away your dancing sweat - good for you, your partner, and the environment. I sometimes see people using paper towels and then scrunch it up and throw it out. It's ugly and not environmentally friendly. Vintage hankies come in so many designs - pretty embroidered ones as well as masculine ones. You can put it your back pocket or put it in your breast pocket - it's decorative, stylish, and pragmatic. If you sweat a lot, nothing wrong with just using face towels.
4. 好的舞鞋就要好好照顧。皮革吸汗穿熱了之後不用鞋撐去撐開散熱的話很容易變形發霉。最好的鞋撐是原木做的,有天然除臭的功能,但是旅遊的時候可以用金屬的或是塑膠的,帶在行李不會那麼重。
If you have nice dancing shoes it's worth taking good care of them. Sweaty and warm leather shoes can warp and get mouldy if you don't let them air out. Shoe trees allow shoes to ventilate and keep their shape. The best are made of wood (naturally deodorizing), but when I travel I like to use metal or plastic ones as they are more light weight.
If you have nice dancing shoes it's worth taking good care of them. Sweaty and warm leather shoes can warp and get mouldy if you don't let them air out. Shoe trees allow shoes to ventilate and keep their shape. The best are made of wood (naturally deodorizing), but when I travel I like to use metal or plastic ones as they are more light weight.
5. 鞋子每次都硬踏進去的話,穿不了多久後邊就要報銷了。一個鞋拔巴掌大而已,完全解決這個問題。(我的舞鞋已經穿七年了,有照顧有差。)
If you shove your feet into your shoes without a shoe horn every time, the back of your shoes won't last very long. A shoe horn fits in your palm and easily takes care of that problem. I've had my dancing shoes for 7 years and they are still serviceable, so I think it makes a difference.
If you shove your feet into your shoes without a shoe horn every time, the back of your shoes won't last very long. A shoe horn fits in your palm and easily takes care of that problem. I've had my dancing shoes for 7 years and they are still serviceable, so I think it makes a difference.
6. 多帶一雙襪子,就算跳舞的時候不需要換,跳完了舞脫下舞鞋後換上乾淨的襪子再回家比較舒服。
Even if you don't need to change socks during a social, I find it nice to change into some non-sweaty socks after I take my dance shoes off. Nicer to go home in.
Even if you don't need to change socks during a social, I find it nice to change into some non-sweaty socks after I take my dance shoes off. Nicer to go home in.
7. 跳累了休息一下,一把扇子扇扇風,除了清涼以外可以用來搭訕,喜歡哪個男生就過去替他扇幾把。
A little fan to fan yourself and your favourite leads/follows while you take a break. A good conversation starter and flirtation device too.
A little fan to fan yourself and your favourite leads/follows while you take a break. A good conversation starter and flirtation device too.
8. 肢體活動的時候難保衣服會不會有什麼三長兩短。帶著一把別針,哪裡扯裂了都可以先別起來,不用因為裙擺裂開了哭哭。
Anything can happen to pretty dresses on the dance floor. A handful of safety pins is the difference between a quick trip to the bathroom for a fixer-upper and spending the rest of the night sitting down because dancing means exposing yourself to everyone else due to the tear in the hem of your skirt (don't laugh, it's happened to me!).
Anything can happen to pretty dresses on the dance floor. A handful of safety pins is the difference between a quick trip to the bathroom for a fixer-upper and spending the rest of the night sitting down because dancing means exposing yourself to everyone else due to the tear in the hem of your skirt (don't laugh, it's happened to me!).
9. 晚餐七點吃,跳舞跳到凌晨三點。國外很多地方沒有便利商店,帶一些黑巧克力隨時補充一下熱量。也可以跟朋友們分享。
Dinner at 7 and dancing till 3. Venue possibly out in the middle of nowhere with not a shop in sight. A bar of dark chocolate to treat yourself and your friends is always a win.
Dinner at 7 and dancing till 3. Venue possibly out in the middle of nowhere with not a shop in sight. A bar of dark chocolate to treat yourself and your friends is always a win.
10. 跳舞的 venue 通常有 bar 但是不一定會有茶有咖啡。我自己喜歡帶熱茶,中場休息或是收攤回家的時候喝,非常幸福的感覺。
Venues probably have a bar, but they don't always have tea or coffee. I like to bring a thermos of tea for a pick me up half way through or at the end of a dance.
Venues probably have a bar, but they don't always have tea or coffee. I like to bring a thermos of tea for a pick me up half way through or at the end of a dance.
最後兩個給男生的 BONUS - Two Bonuses for the Guys
知道自己跳起舞來就不停的流汗的話,就多帶幾件上衣吧!不一定要是襯衫,t-shirt 也 ok。重點是 follower 不用因為你滿身臭汗怕把手搭在你肩上。有些 leader 每次去跳舞都是 4-6 件上衣,寧願多換幾次也不要讓 followers 反感。
If you sweat a lot, bring a few extra shirts or t-shirts. Followers would be much less hesitant to put their arms on your shoulder. Some leads take 4-6 tops to a dance. It's better to change more often rather than put people off.
If you sweat a lot, bring a few extra shirts or t-shirts. Followers would be much less hesitant to put their arms on your shoulder. Some leads take 4-6 tops to a dance. It's better to change more often rather than put people off.
同上。容易體臭的話袋子裡多裝個 deodorant,舞伴們感謝你。
As above. Self-explanatory.
你也有一定會帶去跳舞的配件嗎?歡迎分享一下法寶喔!
Feel free to share if you have your own must-bring items for social dancing :)
As above. Self-explanatory.
你也有一定會帶去跳舞的配件嗎?歡迎分享一下法寶喔!
Feel free to share if you have your own must-bring items for social dancing :)