Along similar lines (and for an event the same day), I am calling for an outdoor wedding where the dance floor space is going to be 19x19, which we are trying to see if can be extended to around by a bit to around 25x19. Assuming 6 foot spacing from dancer to corresponding dancer in the next set, that would seem to be enough room for 1 (or MAYBE, but probably not 2) lines of about 3 (or hopefully 4) hands 4. Does that sound about right?

Jack

On 6/17/2010 9:38 AM, Joy Greenwolfe wrote:
A space conundrum for you all.

I'm calling a wedding reception for approx 150-170 guests with a designated dance dance space of 35 feet x 16 feet. No options for expanding or last minute venue switches.

(Also note that the band rather than myself was consulted on venue space. I've seen the diagram, and the space is at least well-used. The dance space is arranged lengthwise at the end of the large hall next to the tables. )

How many people (non dancers) would you realistically expect to get onto this floor at once?

I'm contemplating some circle dances, some scatter mixers and some longways sets. Maybe a single file spiral around the perimeter of the room. The guests are mostly non-dancers, occasional contra dancers and a few Scottish/ceili dancers thrown in for spice. I don't think I can get all 150+ people into that space at once.

Thoughts? Calculations?

Joy Greenwolfe
Durham, NC


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