The problem is, I'm on a performance ballroom dancing team. I have a boyfriend who has a lot of talent as a dancer, and who shows a lot of promise. He has some experience in swing dancing and is a very fast learner with a natural ability to learn technique. I would love for him to join me, and maybe even be my partner, however, I am worried that will complicate our relationship outside of dancing, and I'm not sure I want to risk that. I am going to assume that I shouldn't mix work with my relationships, however, I simply can't pass up his talent. Do I invite him to join us, and let him get paired up with another girl? Or do I take him as my partner, and hope we don't fight about technique? Or do I just ignore his talent for the time being and not invite him at all? I need opinions!

I thought I should post more info... he is a fantastic musician, with terrific rhythm, and concept of musicality. He is 6'1" and I am 5'7" without heels. We would be dancing the American Tango. I think that should help with technical questions. :) Thank you for any advice.

Invite him! Just be careful not to let "discussions" from practice to leave the studio. It's completely possible to dance with someone you're dating, you just have to remain aware to keep your dancing and your current relationship separate. Don't carry arguements from one world into the other.

A lot depends on how your relationship is now. Dancing together can amplify both the good parts and the areas of friction in any relationship.

I'd share your worries with him and maybe invite him to be your partner on a "let's see how it goes" basis, with an agreement to evaluate in a month or two whether you both think it is good for your relationship.

You should invite him. Even if you have a non dance relationship it could always end and anytime. Nothing is forever. You are lucky to find someone the right height for you as a partner and someone that has some talent. Go for it and hope for the best.