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Surviving the First Dance

Most couples intend to dance the traditional first dance, but most of them also know nothing at all about dancing! So as the big day approaches their sense of panic increases. Avoid anxiety by following a few easy tips.

Plan ahead:
You're planning everything else associated with your wedding, why not your first dance? Ideally you should begin practicing 6 to 12 months ahead of time.

Turn to professionals:
Learning to dance is surprisingly painless. If you can't afford private lessons at a local studio, look around for group classes. Or, buy an instructional videotape -learn at home and avoid the worry of looking awkward in front of others.

Have options:
If you are undecided about your first song, or can't pick one, check the list of wedding dance songs available on this site. Try practicing to two or three different songs that both of you like, and choose the one that feels most comfortable.

Less is more:
You need not dance to the entire song. Your DJ can cut the song or your band can play a shortened version…..or you can even just have it fade out. Bottom line: you'll look better dancing for two minutes and doing five terrific moves, than dancing for five minutes and doing twelve poorly executed moves.

Decide on a song version:
Once you've picked a song, make sure your DJ or band knows how you want to hear it. For instance, don't assume your band will play the song just like the Frank Sinatra CD you've been practicing to. It's a good idea to give them a copy of the version you like, or to get a recording of their version, so that you are practicing to "the real deal."

Think about where you're dancing:
If your wedding will be outdoors, install a dance floor - it's pretty hard to spin in mud. Or on grass. If the dance floor at your reception hall is smaller than your bathroom, maybe you'd better rethink that waltz - it takes up lots of space. Try to practice in a space that's similar in size to your reception hall.

Don't expect perfection:
Nobody at your reception is anticipating that the two of you will put on a show. You're not a professional dance team - and if you are, why are you reading this?! While the two of you are learning and practicing, you are bound to make the occasional mistake. Just stop, talk it out, and try again.

Express yourself:
Know your own comfort level, and that of your groom. If you don't like a song, don't dance to it! If you don't like a certain move your instructor shows you, say so. (Be polite, though!) It is, after all, your day and your dance. If you are happy and comfortable you will look wonderful, so that should be your goal.

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