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 It was not so long ago that a
couple's first dance as man and wife, as special as it was, was only an
effervescent memory -- a fact that was no small blessing for couples who
happened to be poor dancers. With the advent of home video, a newlywed
couple's first dance is almost always recorded on tape, available down
through the years for all of posterity to see.
That's why prospective brides and grooms
who want to give a polished and graceful performance on their big day
are increasingly opting to take dance lessons to help prepare for what
may be the performance of their lifetime.
If you are planning to get married, here
are a few tips on learning to dance in preparation for your wedding.
Don't wait until the last minute.
Remember that your schedule will get very hectic as your wedding day
approaches. Give yourselves adequate time to prepare.
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We recommend
starting three to four months earlier to allow more time for practice,
especially if you are a newcomer to dancing.
Remember that dance lessons can actually be a stress reliever.
Dancing is good exercise. And lessons pull you out of the hustle
and bustle of the day to spend an hour or so with your partner,
having fun and working together productively at the same time.
Besides the Waltz and other traditional dances, the Mambo,
Salsa, Swing and even the Hustle are all popular at weddings
today.
If you plan to dance to a special song at
your reception, feel free to bring in a recording of it to your dance
lessons so you can work on it with your instructor. (And don't forget to
coordinate with your wedding videographer the best "coverage" of your
special dance.) Learning to dance for your wedding is a special gift
that you and your partner can give to each other. Feeling confident and
poised when you dance together will ensure that your very first dance
together as husband and wife will be a memory you will cherish forever. |
