32-bar Reel for 2 Couples Round the Room, RSCDS I

I have never danced this dance. The areas in which I dance do not do many “round the room” dances, so I have no personal experience with it.

Here are some notes for you from The Scottish Dance Dictionary.

My observations below are based on my reading of the dance.

1. It feels like an English dance, especially with regards to the pousette progression
2. The double setting and turning could be very taxing, though figures are simple altogether
3. The pousette can be difficult if the dancers do not remember which direction they are facing coming out of the figure
4. It seems a solid choice for teaching orientation
5. Perhaps a good option for the “novelty” part of a dance program