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Square Dance with CallerPaul
Overview
Tired of the same old nights out, party events, fundraisers, corporate events, etc.?
Try S.Q.U.A.R.E. Dancing: Social. Quick. Unplugged. Active. Rhythmic. Electric.
It’s not your grandma’s square dance.
It’s fast, fun, and totally unplugged.
Think: dance party + real connections.
No phones. Just rhythm. Real people. Real fun.
Ready to move different?
Square Dance Caller/Instructor specializing in events for both the non-experienced as well as seasoned dancers. My job is to make your event a FUN event! Hayrides, hoedowns, corporate parties, church and youth groups/parties, weddings/receptions, reunions, graduation parties, etc.
Book your Square Dance with CallerPaul today!
Reviews
14 reviews
Sara M.
October 3, 2025Great Time!!!
We hired Paul for a fun “teachers night out!” He was awesome 😎 we were a group of beginners and he did great teaching us all the dances… we had lots of smiles laughter, and fun! We would definitely like to have Paul at a future event!
Hired as: Dance Instructor, Square Dance Caller
Square Dance with CallerPaul
Sara,
Your group was amazing and full of laughs and smiling faces all night! Teachers are always awesome at whatever they do (I should know)! Thanks for taking a chance and hiring me!
Paul
Julie G.
July 28, 2025Fabulous!!
Paul was wonderful!! Excellent communication before the party, he was accommodating once he arrived and everyone had the best time! we were a total group of beginners with no experience and everyone loved it! I would highly recommend Paul to anyone looking for a square dance caller!
Hired as: Square Dance Caller
Square Dance with CallerPaul
Thanks Julie! The pleasure was all mine!
Karen R.
October 6, 2024Everyone loved the event. We'll have another at some point.
Paul was great. The seniors loved it. Some of them squared danced in their younger years. Lots of laughter.
Hired as: Square Dance Caller
Carole B.
October 15, 2023Enjoyed by so many and all ages
He instructed first and then called all and was so much fun….even the men, who hate looking stupid had a great time. A great night.
Hired as: Square Dance Caller
Square Dance with CallerPaul
Thank you Carole,
Your group was a PLEASURE to work with looking forward to another event in the future.
Paul
Erica M.
August 9, 2023Outstanding!
We need a quick fill in as our regular caller was away on holiday and Paul Ott stepped right into his big shoes and we never missed a beat! He took a large group (50+) people of mixed ages and ability levels and expertly led us though a very entertaining evening of square dancing! We couldn't have been happier! Thank you Paul!
Hired as: Square Dance Caller
Square Dance with CallerPaul
Erica,
So glad that I was able to help out with your group, they were awesome to work with.
Paul
Booking information
Price range: $350+ mileage over 40 miles
Languages: English
Gig length: 90 - 120 minutes
Insurance: $1,000,000 - Group Liability
What to expect
After setting up my sound equipment (approximately 20-30 minutes prior to the start of the event), I will begin teaching and calling basic square dancing movements to your group. I progress in movements as the event goes on always reteaching the previous movements to the new joiners as we go. Dancing sets are generally 15-20 minutes in length followed by a short 5 min. break in which I play music. This will continue for the duration of the event (generally 1.5 hours works best in my experience). I break up the event with a little bit of very simple line dancing as well as an old time square dance (aka the Virginia Reel) too. Dancing works best for ages 12+ although I have worked with much younger ages as long as they are dancing with an adult partner.
About
Professional Square Dance Caller/Instructor as well as a retired middle school teacher so I understand how to teach those who don't dance to have fun learning! I started calling square dances in my senior year of high school and am still having fun with it. I live in the Grand Blanc/Flint, MI area.
Additional booking notes
I provide all of my own audio equipment (speakers, amplifier, microphone, etc.) and only need an electrical outlet nearby, cold drinking water available and a table to setup on (card table size or larger). Shelter from the elements (including full sun) will be essential at times for both myself and my equipment.
ASCAP and BMI rights to recorded music secured through CALLERLAB
Services offered
Past booked events
October 2025
03
Friday
Dinner Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Canton, MI
July 2025
26
Saturday
Birthday Party
8:00pm - 9:00pm
•
West Bloomfield, MI
October 2024
04
Friday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 8:00pm
•
Mount Morris, MI
October 2023
14
Saturday
Fundraiser
8:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Metamora, MI
July 2023
29
Saturday
Corporate Event
12:30pm - 3:00pm
•
Frankenmuth, MI
04
Tuesday
Nonprofit Event
7:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Bloomfield Hills, MI
March 2023
11
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
6:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Saline, MI
September 2021
25
Saturday
21st Annual Square Dance Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
July 2021
30
Friday
Square Dance Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
October 2020
18
Sunday
Square Dance Party
1:00pm - 3:00pm
August 2020
22
Saturday
Square Dance Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
November 2019
08
Friday
Nonprofit Event
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Rochester, MI
October 2019
25
Friday
Square Dance Party
7:30pm - 9:30pm
12
Saturday
House Party
6:00pm - 7:30pm
•
Milford, MI
04
Friday
Square Dance Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
September 2019
28
Saturday
Square Dance Party
8:00pm - 10:00pm
13
Friday
Square Dance Party
6:00pm - 8:00pm
August 2019
02
Friday
Square Dance Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
June 2019
29
Saturday
Dinner Party
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Attica, MI
May 2019
22
Wednesday
School Assembly
12:30am - 2:00am
•
Warren, MI
July 2018
21
Saturday
Anniversary Party
8:00pm - 10:30pm
•
Northville, MI
21
Saturday
Bridal Shower
3:00pm - 5:00pm
•
Ypsilanti, MI
November 2017
03
Friday
Sporting Event
6:30pm - 9:00pm
•
Byron, MI
02
Thursday
Campus Event
6:00pm - 8:00pm
•
Bloomfield Hills, MI
October 2017
28
Saturday
Party Night Square Dance
7:00pm - 9:00pm
21
Saturday
Party Night Square Dance
8:00pm - 10:00pm
15
Sunday
Party Night Square Dance
6:30pm - 8:30pm
07
Saturday
Party Night Square Dance
7:00pm - 9:00pm
September 2017
30
Saturday
19th Annual Party Night Square Dance
8:00pm - 10:00pm
October 2016
15
Saturday
Fundraiser
7:00pm - 9:00pm
•
Highland, MI
October 2015
17
Saturday
Birthday (Adult)
8:00pm - 11:00pm
•
Bloomfield Hills, MI
September 2015
11
Friday
Fundraiser
7:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Highland, MI
August 2015
15
Saturday
House Party
2:00pm - 10:00pm
•
Davisburg, MI
Set list
Typical events will involve 15-20 minutes of dancing where I will teach the steps while the music is playing followed by a 5 minute break in which I will play 2 songs generally then repeat for the duration of your event. All steps are reviewed each set so new dancers can jump at anytime.
Setup requirements
Table (card table size or larger)
Cold Drinking Water Availability
Protection from the elements (including full sun) for both myself and my equipment.
An electric outlet nearby.
Square Dancing is done in groups of 8 people and requires a space of about 12'x12' per group for sizing.
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