Kids at weddings are adorable… until they turn the dancefloor into a slip-and-slide racetrack aimed directly at my DJ booth. In this post, I break down the surprisingly real dangers of tiny, unsupervised speedsters on slick reception floors—and why a little adult supervision can save your guests, your DJ, and a $2,000 speaker from absolute disaster.
May 6, 2025
Ah, weddings. The love, the laughter, the music — and of course, the children. While we all adore the little bundles of joy who wander around in tiny suits and frilly dresses, there's one thing that can make even the most seasoned DJ's heart skip a beat: the unsupervised child who treats the dancefloor like it's their own personal slip-n-slide.
You know the scene: The lights are low, the music is pumping, and then out of nowhere, a small human streaks across the floor with the speed of an Olympic sprinter, legs flailing like they're auditioning for the next Fast & Furious movie. But instead of a car, they’re riding a wave of satin shoes, and instead of a professional stunt coordinator, there's me—your humble DJ, trying to keep both my equipment and the kid intact.
As much as I love the exuberance of children, and yes, their attempts at breakdancing are absolutely adorable, here’s the truth: the combination of small feet and a slick dancefloor does not always end well. In fact, it can be downright dangerous. Not just for the child (who, if we’re being honest, is often oblivious to the fact they’re about to faceplant), but also for the DJ equipment they could be hurtling toward at 25 mph.
Let's break it down, shall we?
You wouldn’t let a toddler ride a bike in the middle of a highway, right? Well, in a similar vein, allowing your little one to frolic unaccompanied in the middle of the dancefloor with their eyes on the prize (whether that’s a snack or the DJ booth) is a bit like that. Floors are slippery, and those tiny feet don’t always have the best grip. And while they’re dodging aunt Karen’s dance moves, they might suddenly be navigating a patch of wires, a speaker, or—heaven forbid—my DJ booth. We all know the only thing that should be sliding across the floor is your dance moves, not your child.
My DJ gear is built to keep the party going—but it's also really expensive. So while it may seem tempting for little Timmy to slide past my speaker stands like he’s on a Slip-n-Slide, a misplaced elbow could knock over a $2,000 speaker (or worse, my laptop, which is pretty much the lifeblood of the party). That’s not the kind of crash you want at your wedding, trust me. In the event of a child-powered wipeout, the only thing “crashing” will be your wedding playlist.
Don’t get me wrong—kids having fun is part of the magic of a wedding. But maybe let’s keep the impromptu ice-skating performances to the ice rink (or at least give them a helmet and some knee pads, you know?). A gentle reminder to keep an eye on your young ones while they boogie on the dancefloor not only ensures their safety but also helps maintain the quality of the evening’s tunes. After all, the only thing that should be “dancing” near the sound system is the beat.
A quick, easy fix? Assign a grown-up to keep watch over the younger guests when they’re feeling adventurous. You know, someone who’s not caught up in their own "Cha Cha Slide" moment, but rather focused on ensuring that little feet stay out of harm's way. It’s a win-win: the kids get to groove, the adults get to enjoy themselves, and the DJ can rest easy knowing that nobody is about to turn my sound system into a trampoline.
The dancefloor is a magical place where we all get to cut loose and celebrate. Whether it’s your first dance or your grandma’s epic "Electric Slide," it’s about letting go and enjoying the moment. But just like you wouldn’t let a child run amok with fireworks (or, for that matter, champagne), a little supervision on the dancefloor goes a long way in keeping everyone safe—and the music flowing.
So, let’s keep the kids dancing, the music bumping, and my equipment undisturbed. That way, everyone can have a blast, and the only thing that gets to “slide” is your moves, not the children—or the DJ’s sanity.
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