Adjustable front of room zone

Install separate lighting zone for instructor position. During demonstration phases, slightly elevate this zone. During collective practice, reduce to match participant area. Teacher controls via foot switch or app.

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Approach Detail

Create zone for front 2-3m of room. Use soft-source fixtures (diffused panels or uplights) to avoid harsh shadows on moving instructor. Zone dimmable independently from main room. Default: 20% brighter than ambient. 'Collective' preset: match ambient exactly. Foot switch or wireless control for teacher. Side lighting on instructor preferred over overhead.

Key Fixtures

Zone-separated lighting, diffused instructor-area fixtures, wireless or foot-switch control, side-lighting options.

Designer Notes

Show instructor in demonstration (slightly brighter, clear visibility) and in collective practice (blended with group). Avoid theatrical spotlight effect. Light should be functional for seeing, not performance-oriented.

Best For
Instructional studios, teacher training spaces, mixed-level classes.