Dansal - Visitor Guide

Dansal is a comprehensive dance event management system designed specifically for dance communities. This guide explains how you can use the platform as a visitor to find and enjoy dance events.

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Discovering Events
  • Map View
  • Calendar View
  • Event Details
• Event Types
• Location Information
• Musicians and Bands
• Organizations and Clubs
• Community Features
  • Ridesharing and Accommodation
• Multilingual Support
• Mobile Usage
• Frequently Asked Questions

Introduction

Dansal is a platform that makes it easy to find all kinds of dance events - from folk dances and tangos to salsa festivals and workshops. As a visitor, you can:

• Discover events near you
• Access detailed information about events, venues, and musicians
• Connect with other visitors
• Filter events by date, location, and type

Discovering Events

Map View

On the homepage, you'll see an interactive map showing upcoming events. The map displays:

• Markers for each event location
• Color coding by event type
• Clusters when there are many events in one region

You can:

• Zoom in and out of the map
• Click on markers to see basic event information
• Click "More Details" to go to the full event page

Calendar View

Below the map is a weekly calendar view:

• By default, the current week is displayed
• Each day shows all events for that day
• You can use the arrow buttons to go forward or backward one week
• Click on a date to go to the day view

Event Details

On an event's detail page, you'll find:

Basic Information:

• Event title
• Date and time (including duration)
• Event location with address
• Organizing organization

Description:

• Detailed description of the event
• Type of event (ball, workshop, festival, etc.)
• Difficulty level (if workshop)

Practical Information:

• Pricing information and ticket options
• Booking link (if available)
• Organizer contact information

Schedule (if available):

• Detailed timetable for multi-day events
• Information about different rooms or slots
• Assignment of musicians to specific times

Musicians:

• List of performing musicians or bands
• Links to more information about the artists

Map and Directions:

• Interactive map showing the event location
• Route planning options
• Information about parking

Event Types

Dansal supports different types of dance events:

Balls:

• Social dances and formal dance events
• Often with live music
• May have thematic orientations

Workshops:

• Dance lessons and learning events
• Different difficulty levels:
  • Beginner
  • Advanced
  • Professional
• Often with well-known dance teachers

Festivals:

• Multi-day dance events
• Combination of workshops, balls, and social activities
• Often with international participation

Combinations:

• Some events combine multiple formats
• Example: Festival with workshops during the day and ball in the evening

Location Information

Each venue has a detailed page with:

• Address information: Street, postal code, city, country
• Geocoordinates: For accurate map display
• Contact details: Phone, email, website
• Accessibility: Information about barrier-free access
• Parking: Availability and costs
• Dance floor: Information about size and characteristics
• Amenities: Cloakroom, restrooms, catering, etc.

You can search for locations or view all events at a specific location.

Musicians and Bands

Dansal integrates information about musicians:

• Musician profiles: Short description and style
• Link to MusicBrainz: For detailed discographies
• Social media: Links to Mastodon, Instagram, Facebook, etc.
• Event list: All future performances by the musician

Click on a musician's name to learn more about the artist and find other events where this musician is performing.

Organizations and Clubs

Clubs and organizations have their own profiles with:

• Contact information: Website, email, social media
• Event overview: All future events
• Regular venues: Locations frequently used
• Description: Information about the club and its activities

Community Features

Ridesharing and Accommodation

Each event page has a community board for:

• Ridesharing: Offers and requests
• Accommodation: Room offers or search for overnight stays
• Ticket exchange: Buying and selling tickets

Note: Posts are only visible after the author has confirmed their email address. This ensures that all posts come from real people.

Multilingual Support

Dansal supports 8 languages, including:

• German
• English
• French
• Spanish
• And more...

You can change the language in the settings or the platform will automatically use your browser language.

Mobile Usage

The Dansal web interface is fully mobile-optimized:

• Responsive design: Adapts to all screen sizes
• Touch optimization: Large buttons and easy navigation
• Swipe gestures: Easy browsing through weeks and months
• Quick access: Important information is always visible

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to register to see events? A: No, all event information is publicly accessible without registration.

Q: How current is the event information? A: The information is updated regularly. Organizers can maintain their data directly.

Q: Can I filter events? A: Yes, you can filter by date, location, event type, and other criteria.

Q: How can I contact the organizer? A: Each event page contains the organizer's contact information.

Q: Is there an app for Dansal? A: Currently there is no native app, but the website is fully mobile-optimized.

Q: Can I export events to my calendar? A: Yes, many events offer iCal export for your personal calendars.

Tips for Visitors

1. Plan early: Popular events are often booked up quickly
2. Check contact information: Some events require pre-registration
3. Use the community board: Find rideshares or accommodations
4. Try different languages: Some information may only be available in certain languages
5. Check back regularly: New events are constantly being added

Support

If you have questions or need support:

• Check the FAQ section
• Contact the organizer directly via the event page
• For technical problems, contact the platform administrator

Enjoy dancing with Dansal!