Essential elements to a successful Ceilidh include plenty of enthusiastic people, a 'fine selection of great whiskies', finger food for energy, sturdy floorboards, a live band playing loud and lively tunes, and a patient caller telling everybody what to do in the dances.
Typical dances have couples facing each other in lines or rings, repeating sets of steps. These include walking, hopping, twirling and whirling, polka-ing and waltzing, making a lovable idiot of oneself while attempting a 'highland fling', clapping, stomping and yelling "I'm wearing no knickers", all while laughing and sweating profusely.
Health and safety warning: a Ceilidh may cause serious aftereffects, including a silly grin, extensive bruising, and feelings of irrational happiness lasting well into the next day.
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