Flowers die, but your first dance together as husband and wife will last forever. When planning your wedding don't overlook wedding dance preparation. As a dance instructor and choreographer, I have seen the difference a little time and practice can make. Here are some tips that I have discovered over the years to ensure that you wedding dance goes off without a hitch.1. Learn the style of dance that fits your song. Give your music to your instructor ahead of time so the style of dance (e.g. waltz, rumba, cha-cha, etc.) can be determined. Let your instructor know if you want to learn basic leading and following steps or if you want a fully choreographed routine.
2. Let your personality shine. Your instructor will be able to create a dance to fit your personality and comfort level - sweet, funny, etc.
3 .Start early. Begin at least a few weeks ahead of time. As the big day draws near you will want your dance ready and perfect, instead of trying to find time for extra practice.
4 .Have fun. Partner dancing is fun - especially when it's in anticipation of your wedding day.
5.Be financially savvy. If money is the only thing stopping you from taking lessons, here is a tip. Look into dance instructors who work as independent contractors. When I first began choreographing wedding dances I worked for a popular franchised dance studio. The private lesson fee was more than a little steep - a forty five minute lesson would set the student back $98. Individual dance instructor fees vary - but I would say $40 an hour is fair. Look online or in the yellow pages for dance instructors that offer private lessons. Typically, their rates are much more reasonable.
Taking dance lessons with your significant other is an exciting part of wedding preparation. And, when the big day arrives, you will be ready to impress your friends with a repertoire of dance moves. Your first dance together as husband and wife will certainly be cherished for years to come.
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