Just how easy is it to relax and enjoy your night, knowing you've booked a DJ who takes their DJ'ing and Mobile Disco business seriously?  What should you consider when booking mobile disco entertainment?

Here are a few pointers to help you on your way.  Please do not hesitate to contact the Association if you need any further advice on booking a mobile disco.

Although it may look that a mobile disco and DJ is only paid for performing for a few hours on the night, an experienced reputable mobile DJ will invest over five times that amount to ensure that your event is an excellent occasion and above all, memorable!

Many considerations are overlooked when booking, for example, a specialist Wedding Disco or Mobile DJ.

The event preparation, client consultation meetings, business investment and even license requirements which all add and contribute towards the success of the special event are factors which have to be taken on board especially for

what is supposedly one of the most important days of adult life.  Yet because people do not book Wedding Discos or Mobile Discos everyday, the focus of an enquiry usually centralizes around the cost of the Disco entertainment as opposed to the DJs service and what is actually included in the price.

Generally, clients of mobile disco or wedding disco services are not interested in the brand name of the mobile DJs equipment, how many knobs the DJs mixer has or who designed the disco entertainers DJ case!   But the client will expect the disco service to know their business and what clients should be expecting as a good level of service.

The association suggests that you arrange a face to face meeting with your Wedding Disco Entertainment or mobile disco and discuss in depth exactly what you are looking for.

You'll expect the music repertoire of the DJ entertainer to be broad and suitably  presented in an appropriate fashion during the Wedding Reception or private party.  The DJs experience and background needs to be of a standard you are satisfied will meet your function requirements and expectations.

Whilst music should be delivered in a clear fashion, the aesthetics of the DJs lighting should not distract but enhance the function proceedings as appropriate lighting helps add atmosphere to the occasion.  The djs disco set-up should be neat and tidy, unobtrusive to the eye and not dominating in the venue / function room. 

Other factors in booking your DJ entertainment:

Wedding Receptions in the UK are of course more sophisticated year on year and the aesthetics of the DJ entertainers set-up for visual impact is increasingly under scrutiny.

For example, you may require a hi-profile 'night-club' theme to reflect the occasion with lighting gantry and speakers from floor to ceiling, or maybe an elegant and discreet affair for the stylish and sophisticated setting.

You will appreciate that a DJ service is so much more appealing from an experienced quality entertainer - who actually adds value and enhances your function.

Further, professional DJ services carry back-up equipment, are indemnified for public liability, their DJ equipment used is looked after and well maintained.

When the microphone needs to be engaged, it is done responsibly and in an experienced fashion.  Even the entertainers attire is appropriate to the occasion and smart.  

Whilst there are some great mobile discos and service deals available, never consider that the best price will always be the best deal especially for one off events such as a Wedding Reception. 

Interestingly, according to the surveys conducted by Wedding Forums and Bridal Magazines both here and abroad, around 75 - 80% of newlyweds would have invested more in their Wedding (DJ) entertainment as a priority, given hindsight!

If you allow plenty of time to book your Wedding Reception or private party disco entertainment and do a little research before you make your decision, you'll avoid disappointment on the night!