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 Jon Tigert is our first guest blogger and he is here to give you the first #LindyHopSolution.

Jon Tigert is a professional dancer, singer, choreographer, teacher, and performer, based out of Nashville Tennessee. Known for his energetic performances, unique classes, and stunning good looks, he travels the world sharing his love of dance, music, and awesome.

www.JonTigert.com

Read on to find out how to solve one of our most popular #LindyHopProblems...

Lindy Hop Problem #75: 

So you're at a dance, and your favorite song starts playing. Your eyes scan the room, looking for that worthy partner with whom you can truly combine the epicness of this song and the awesomeness of your dancing. Let's be honest, this is your favorite song, and you don't want to waste it on that guy who is really good at getting into Tandem Charleston, but never remembers how to get out of it. (Pro-tip: Don't be that guy.) But much to your dismay, all of the dancers you really want to dance with are already dancing, taking a break, or living in Sweden and have no idea who you are. (#lindyhopproblems)

So what do you do? Luckily you have me, to break down three of the best solutions to this classic #lindyhopproblem!

Option #1: MOPE

This is your perfect opportunity. You can be the biggest Debbie Downer ever. Embrace your inner Grumpy Cat, making it painfully obvious that you are unhappy with your situation, thusly annoying everyone to the point that no one is having fun anymore.

*Bonus points for kicking couples who appear to have fun dancing*

Option #2: DRINK

You have an excuse, you obviously can't dance without a partner, so you might as well not waste anytime before the late night dance. Get started early and chug whatever sorority girl concoction you have stashed in your water bottle. (Yes, I'm looking at you Crystal Light girl who thinks she's being discrete.) 

And trust me, This will definitely make you a better dancer the more you do it...

Option #3: DANCE

Enough said; but in case you missed Batman spreading some knowledge all over Robin's face (ew), SOLO JAZZ DANCING! You never need a partner to dance at an event. NEVER. You are allowed, (and encouraged), to dance without touching anyone on a dance floor. 

Usually, someone will come join you because everyone wants to dance. Especially with friends.

Keep at it long enough, and this could be you...

http://youtu.be/XPghQy1OViI 

RULES OF SOLO DANCING AT AN EVENT!

1. Floorcraft is still a thing, and it's still your fault. If you can't solo dance without hitting other people, move.

2. If someone is clearly solo dancing, don't go ask them to dance. They already are. They have already started the song, and are on a roll.

3. Don't seek attention for solo dancing. This is for you. Not them. 

Go Forth and Variate, 

Jon Tigert reminds me of a jazzy Jason Segel.