First Dance Tips

How to Actually Learn How to Dance for Your Wedding, Even If You Have 'Two Left Feet'

How to Actually Learn How to Dance for Your Wedding, Even If You Have 'Two Left Feet'

When I had to stop teaching lessons during the North Carolina shutdown, I thought I would have all this time to focus on other parts of my business, like writing blog posts, posting on Instagram regularly and creating a new online wedding dance choreography course every week.

HA.

Keep reading to learn how accountability helps me meet my goals and how it can help you learn how to dance for your wedding, even if you have “two left feet.”

Five Reasons to Learn a Choreographed First Dance for Your Wedding

Five Reasons to Learn a Choreographed First Dance for Your Wedding

Have you been dreaming of a first dance where you and your partner float gracefully around the dance floor Disney princess style? Or maybe you want to get the party started with an energetic and less traditional song choice (I’m looking at you, St. Paul and the Broken Bones!) Either way, a choreographed dance is a great way to kick off the reception and create memories to last a lifetime.

Choreography doesn’t have to be elaborate or scary, I promise! Follow the link to check out my top five reasons to learn a choreographed first dance.

Wedding Reception Shoe Ideas for Dancing

Wedding Reception Shoe Ideas for Dancing

Anyone who has taken lessons from me knows that I am always wearing sneakers when I teach. What has me excited today is my discovery of an adorable new Keds collaboration with design darlings, Rifle Paper Co. I have long been a fan of Rifle Paper Co. for their beautiful prints and Keds for their comfy, flexible and easy-to-dance-in sneaks.

These Shoes Are Made for Dancin'...

These Shoes Are Made for Dancin'...

If you want to dance all night at your reception, choose wisely. You don't want blisters and sore feet for the first day of your honeymoon! Here are a few tips for choosing beautiful and comfortable shoes for your wedding day that are also great for dancing.

Featured: Charlotte Wedding Magazine's Bride+Groom

Featured: Charlotte Wedding Magazine's Bride+Groom

My article, Wedding dance lessons: boom or bust?, on the top 10 reasons why Charlotte brides and grooms should take wedding first dance lessons, was recently published on Charlotte Wedding magazine's Bride+Groom blog! Obviously, I think they are a boom, but check it out for yourself by clicking on the link above or the image below. Cheers!

Five Tips For Practicing Your Wedding First Dance

Five Tips For Practicing Your Wedding First Dance

Preparing for your first dance can be one of the most fun parts of the wedding planning process. During lessons, you get to spend uninterrupted time focusing on your partner, and during practice, you get to work through the challenges of learning something new together. It's not always easy to fit it in to your busy schedule, but practicing, when done intentionally and with a positive attitude, can result in major progress. 

Here are a few tips for practicing at home in between wedding dance lessons.

The Importance of Talking with Your Wedding Photographer about Your First Dance

The Importance of Talking with Your Wedding Photographer about Your First Dance

If you choose to take wedding dance lessons in preparation for your first dance, you will want to make sure your photographer captures each moment. Here are three tips to ensure your wedding photographer is ready to capture each dip, spin, twirl and lift during your wedding first dance.