Dance lessons are something many Brides and Grooms think about as they prepare for their wedding - especially for the first dance at the reception. The decision to take dance lessons is different for each couple. The main thing is to get to a point where you’re comfortable dancing in front of others. At first the thought of dancing alone - in front of everyone - can be a little intimidating. So, if you’re not comfortable dancing, but still want to have a first dance it’s probably a good idea to take a few lessons.
Sometimes there’s a bit of a hurdle to overcome to get started with dance lessons. I’ve had couples that wanted to have some fun with their first dance and I’ve gone so far as to working out a specific routine for their first dance. I worked with a very nice couple (Jim and Diane) that did exactly that. The groom was not much of a dancer. In fact, he wasn’t a dancer at all…and his friends knew it! So, here’s what they did…
Jim and Diane worked out a schedule to take dance lessons to prepare for their first dance together. They decided on the song “You and I” and worked to develop a great little single rhythm waltz routine. They came in for their Grand Entrance and went straight into their first dance. To say the least, everyone was surprised and cheered as they danced! Jim and Diane had a great time with their first dance, and their friends and families loved it too!
Most times I try to teach a couple how to move together simply with the leader actually leading directions to the follower, this way if they forget their routine or dance moves, they can still dance and no one will know the better of it. The added advantage of this approach is that the couple can dance together for the rest of their lives, not just for one day. Dancing is a wonderful recreation and a chance to share time together.
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