Slow Dancing

dennis22554

Simple straight forward question---Is a nice, respectful slow dance equivalent to a unique form of cuddling--I would argue that it is but what do I know ? Given that many profilesuggest music as an option as part of a session---just wondered if slow dancing would be an option considered by PROs.

NOTE: Having learned my lesson that postings can often be misunderstood, I am not talking about "dry humping" or anything disrespectful (wonder if I should have bolded the last statement or added any additional caution flags)

KittyPukka

I have 2 left feet so if a client requested slow dancing to be a part of the session I would respectfully decline. Outside of that reason it may make the vibe too romance leaning if that makes sense just my thoughts

dennis22554

kitty----respectful answer--but I was thinking a what differs from slow dancing and face to face cuddles--any form of cuddling can go outside boundaries if not controlled---thinking about older times where slow dancing was part of the night life---and it was not always sexual--just more of my crazy thoughts

LadyVel

Yes, I think a nice, respectful slow dance could be considered a unique form of cuddling. Both activities involve close physical proximity, gentle touch, and an emotional connection, and can provide a sense of comfort, intimacy, and relaxation.

Many cuddlers include music as part of their sessions, so slow dancing could be a natural extension of this. It would od course depend on the preferences, boundaries, and comfort level of both parties involved though.

@KittyPukka
I respect your declination of dancing. It's not everyone's forte.

make the vibe too romance leaning

Many things can lean towards the romantic vibe, cuddling and dancing included. However, I have cuddled with friends, family, and clients I barely know yet. I have danced with friends, family, and even strangers before. It is what we make it to be.

pmvines

Really over thinking here. Anything can go outside boundaries if somebody crossed said boundary . Not grabbing someone's crotch or trying to make out with them is something you make a concerted choice and effort to not do. Dancing or cuddling doesn't change that. We are all adults with free will.

Ssbbwcuddlecake

I'm loving this idea...

@LadyVel Well said! 👏 I share your exact sentiment.

SofySnug

It sounds lovely to me, I would vote yes in slow dance as unique form of cuddle.

Sooson

I'll pass. But I serve booze. It's allmost always welcomed (and consumed)

Auroradream

I'm a fan of music and I've definitely had a couple of lovely and sweet slow dances during a cuddle session. I recently chose The Pretenders' "I'll Stand By You" as a wrap up cuddle dance. Imo, it was a great moment and the energy shared was exactly right after a nice therapeutic cuddle with a good friend.
If I thought someone suggested a dance to get frisky and put on some Usher, for example, it wouldn't be as well received!
Dancing as a social activity is great, and a lost art anymore.

@Auroradream hahahaaaaa I almost died when you said Usher 😂😂😂

Very true 😅

Anyway I'll add my thoughts - I love music and dancing, and closeness, so I would definitely love some slow dancing as part of a cuddle session, if the other person would enjoy it too.

JustPlaneCuddle

Big fan! I used to teach dance and I have danced with a few of my clients! I even taught one to salsa. 🙂 Anything can remain platonic as long as both parties are open and honest about boundaries and what they feel, when they feel it.

Bear

I have not slow dancing in quite a while. As I’m reading this, it reminded me of a few times when my ex-wife was feeling kind of down. I would put some music on and dance with her. It would lift her spirits.

SunsetSnuggles

It definitely has a romantic vibe, so should be used with caution, with cuddle buddies who know it doesn't mean anything.

But personally, slow dancing is something special I share with my boyfriend and I would like to keep it that way.

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Auroradream

I remember during my later married years when I was quite starved for any connection or contact. I suggested to my spouse dancing (asked, begged, got free lessons for us). But was flat out refused. He used the word NEVER. I'm still heart broken about that rejection.
I value the closeness and lighter than air feeling I get with a dance partner. What's more, with social and ballroom dancing, you can easily have platonic partners while having fun and enjoying the closeness. It's a lost art, like many things.

dennis22554

I absolutely agree its a lost art---I was afraid to do so---but I felt the question would be more readily understood by people over 35 who have experienced the joy of slow dancing ---it truly is a lost art---I that should be brought back!--and it is a fa nice form of cuddling!

starrynitecuds

If we can't tango, we're not slow dancing.

Slow dancing is too serious for me. I'm not very romantic, the songs are always about love, lighting is dimmed. It can be awkward for platonic cuddling partners as much as "just friends." I quicken my pace, add twirls or changing directions (ala tango) and like to make jokes.

(I love this scene. )

Sooson

@starrynitecuds Pacino in Scent of a Woman is a Better one

starrynitecuds

@Sooson true, but that one is too sentimental and sweet for my taste.

Sooson

@starrynitecuds eye sea

BrianOcean

@Auroradream
May I have this dance?

Runawaycuddles

Dancing is an awesome way to connect, buuuut slow dancing specifically is usually reserved for more romantic settings. There's a ton of other partner dances you can do, it's a dying art for sure, but slow dancing is usually just barely shifting your weight from one foot to another while standing super close and breathing in each other's ears. 🤷🏼
If you wanna promote closeness without dipping into classic makeout session territory, maybe try a nice foxtrot or a waltz. There are tons of studies that show that physically moving in sync with family and friends helps build connections, helps with loneliness and releases the happy chemicals in our brains.

Yeah, dancing fast is way cooler. Farmer Ted releases the happy chemicals in my brain.

starrynitecuds

@Runawaycuddles

but slow dancing is usually just barely shifting your weight from one foot to another while standing super close and breathing in each other's ears. 🤷🏼

I now have shuddering visions of junior high dances and awkward toe-smooshes by a nervous boy while swaying to Almost Paradise.

dennis22554

fast dancing is way cooler than a great slow dance----thats an amazing perspective that I differ with--although fast dancing is fun---nothing remotely related to cuddling

Auroradream

@BrianOcean thanks for asking!
I'd be delighted, friend.

Now that you mention it, I DO remember feeling AMPED when the DJ would put on a slow song! I used to have a few carefully vetted people who would agree to my requests, when I came RUNNING over to them for a dance! lol Sadly, that was years ago... @Auroradream nailed it, calling slow dancing a "lost art." Miss it, too..

Runawaycuddles

@starrynitecuds You're welcome 😅🤣

@starrynitecuds jokes while dancing are THE best. 😄

UREverything

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