Dancing is not critical for a good party, often the sit around and talk partys are best. however - if you want to have a dance party you will need to consider some important elements.

The Dance Space: you need to put aside an area for dancing - usually the room with the stereo. make sure there is a big wide area without any furniture in the way. I usually make it in the living room and push all of the chairs back against the wall so that there is not only room to dance but room to collapse exhaustedly! if there is a rug roll it back so noone trips!

Drinks: make sure there is room or handy ledges for people to place their drinks - otherwise you get food spilled everywhere!

Music: for more information see my music section. start with a song with a good beat that everyone knows - I like something we can sing along to as well!