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20/11/2024

TOP 5 TIPS TO GO FROM 'FIRST DANCE STRESS' TO 'FIRST DANCE YES!'

When speaking to couples on their consultation call about their first dance, I have realised that people are often overwhelmed with all the wedding planning tasks that need done, and in regards to their dance, the pressure of 'looking good' or 'not being able to dance'. Over time I've realised I end up sharing the following tips with everyone, so though it would be useful to 'put pen to paper' as it were and share them for the world to see... here goes!

1. Choose music that you love, but that also has a nice tempo dance to. We suggest around 100bpm- this means to dance ‘slow’ feels natural, but for those more confident or wanting to add variety, moving at a ’double time’ pace is very achievable. (You can google the BPM of your chosen song and give it a go- you’ll see what we mean).

2. Keep it simple. Unless you’re a professional ballroom dancer, no one is expecting you to look like one! This is simply about you two having your first dance as a married couple. Everyone in the room (hopefully) loves you! Avoid the ‘awkward 2 minute sway’ by throwing in simple but effective things. Favourite go to’s are a ‘dip’, an easy spin out- spin in, stepping across one another, and a good old ‘stand and present’ the bride. You can then awkwardly sway between and no one will notice! Haha!

3. Struggle to learn a lot of steps? No problem- do a verse and chorus, then gesture to your loved ones to get up and join you on the dance floor! (You can even pre- ask people to join when you do this, or put your bridesmaids and groomsmen to work by telling them when in your song you want this to happen, and getting them to get everyone up).

4. See this as an opportunity to do a fun activity as an engaged couple- dates if you will! not as a scary thing you have to do. Life can be so busy in this modern 24 hour fast paced society, and even while wedding planning we can forget to show our loved ones attention. Just give all your attention to your partner in your dance, and enjoy the moment <3

5. Hire someone to help! We have lots of experience in first dances and make sure to make you comfortable and confident in what you’re doing, no matter what your ability or experience is. We have an eye for what moves are going to look good on you within a few minutes of practice, have so many tips to help, and will send you tutorial videos and be on the other end of the phone to support you on this mission for a lovely first dance!