Are there some practical things you can do at that point? Or is that the cue you should just leave?
Some context: It’s a Latin dance party. Meaning you dance with a partner. I do not have a very much experience with it (about 16 lessons, with half of them being repeats). I go there with some people I know, but am not all too well acquainted with.
You’ve been taking lessons with some of the people there who know you are new at it? My friend, this is the ideal!
This is what the classes have been for. Put into practice what you’ve been learning with supportive people around you. I cannot think of a better opportunity to get the “first time” out of the way.
Some time along the edges is just fine. When you’re ready, ask one of those classmates to dance. They are there to dance, same as you.