Wedding Dance Lessons

Create a Memorable Moment During Your First Dance as a Married Couple

Amidst the whirlwind of planning your wedding day, from tasting cakes to selecting floral arrangements, don’t overlook the significance of your first dance. As all eyes turn to you and your spouse, make sure you’re ready to step onto the dance floor with confidence and create a moment to cherish forever.

At Fred Astaire Dance Studio, our Durham dance instructors specialize in helping couples like you make their first dance unforgettable. Our tailored wedding dance lessons ensure you glide across the floor with grace and poise, leaving your guests captivated and enchanted. Our services don’t stop with your first dance as a married couple—from father-daughter dances to wedding party routines, we’re here to ensure every moment on the dance floor is filled with joy, fun, and confidence.

Take the first step towards your dream wedding dance by scheduling a wedding dance lesson with us today. Couples can enjoy their first wedding consultation for just $59.

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Wedding Dance Classes We Offer

First Dance Lessons

Take wedding dance lessons with your fianceé to prepare yourself for your wedding day. Your personalized dance instructor will help you learn choreography that suits your style and preference in a way that is easy to remember. This way, you can impress your guests and enjoy your first dance without worrying about anything — just enjoy the moment!

Father-Daughter Dance Lessons

Celebrate the special bond between father and daughter with our heartwarming father-daughter dance lessons. Our instructors understand the significance of this cherished moment and will work with you to create a dance that reflects your unique relationship. Whether you prefer a classic waltz, a sentimental ballad, or a lively medley, we’ll choreograph a routine that captures the love and connection between you and your dad. With our guidance and support, you’ll share a beautiful and memorable dance that touches the hearts of everyone in attendance.

Wedding Party Dance Lessons

Get your wedding party in sync and ready to shine with our dynamic wedding party dance lessons. From the bridal party entrance to the grand finale, we’ll help you choreograph a seamless and entertaining dance routine that showcases the spirit of your closest friends and family. Whether you’re envisioning a coordinated group dance or individual performance, our experienced instructors will ensure that everyone feels confident and excited to hit the dance floor.

The Benefits of Our Wedding Dance Lessons

At Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Durham, we offer more than just dance lessons—we provide an experience that’s tailored to meet your needs and exceed your expectations. Here are a few reasons why couples choose us for their wedding dance lessons.

Our wedding dance lessons are personalized to your style and preference. If you’re a fan of Sinatra-style music, your instructor will incorporate ballroom-style dance lessons, providing elegant and classic moves that perfectly complement the smooth tunes. For those who prefer an upbeat or fast-paced dance, Latin dance lessons can be customized to suit your tastes, incorporating lively and energetic steps that match the vigor of Latin rhythms.

Regardless of the style you choose, your instructor will craft choreography that aligns seamlessly with your chosen music, style, and personal ideas, ensuring your first dance is as memorable as your wedding day itself.

With years of training and performance experience under their belts, our wedding dance instructors bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to every lesson. Our Durham dance teachers are not only skilled dancers but also patient instructors who are committed to providing personalized instruction tailored to your unique needs and learning style.

Whether you’re preparing for your wedding dance or simply looking to improve your skills, you can trust our experienced instructors to guide you on your dance journey with skill, patience, and passion.

Whether you know some dance moves or you’re a novice, our Durham dance studio is the perfect place to perfect your wedding dance routine.

Our instructors work with dancers of all skill levels every day, so they can ensure each lesson is tailored to your level. As you work with your instructor, they will ensure you’re having fun and learning your routine in a way that is easy to remember on your big day.

Our supportive instructors are dedicated to helping you gain confidence in your dancing skills, ensuring you feel comfortable for your first dance, father-daughter dance, or general wedding reception. With personalized attention and encouragement, we’ll help you shine on your special day with confidence.

We believe that every couple deserves the chance to shine on their wedding day, which is why we offer our wedding dance consultation for just $60 that covers the cost of you and your fiance! Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to make your wedding dance dreams a reality at a price you can afford.

Making the Most of Dance Lessons for Your Wedding

When you schedule your wedding dance lessons, here are a few tips to help you be successful:

  • Start early: We recommend beginning lessons five or six months before your wedding to ensure you’ve got plenty of time, you’re not rushed, and you have time to accommodate any emergencies that may pop up with your wedding. Plus, this will give you time to schedule lessons for other dances if necessary.
  • Bring your dance partner: Whether it’s your first dance with your spouse, a father-daughter dance, or a group wedding party dance, make sure everyone is there. Trying to teach someone what you learned when you get home while you’re still learning can be difficult.
  • Wear your wedding shoes (or a similar style): If you take lessons in sneakers and then try to do the dance in heels, you may find it much more difficult and uncomfortable. Wearing shoes similar to what you’ll be wearing on your big day can make all the difference in your confidence and performance when the day of the wedding arrives.  
  • Bring your song: Knowing exactly what your first-dance song will be makes it easier to start lessons that align with the beat and the type of music, but don’t worry—if you are unsure of what style of dance and song you want to choose, our instructors can assist you in making the best decision for your big day!

Schedule Your Private Wedding Dance Lessons in Durham Today

Schedule your private wedding dance lesson at Fred Astaire Dance Studio in Durham by calling our Durham dance studio at 919-489-4313 or filling out the contact form below. Take advantage of our wedding dance consultation for just $60!

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Wedding Dance Instruction Programs at Fred Astaire Durham

We know how important your Wedding Day is, and we’re here to help make it even more special!  At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, our certified Dance Instructors customize a Wedding Dance Instruction Program just for you, to give you the confidence and skills to show off your elegance, style – and maybe even a little personality – on the dance floor, on your wedding day. We can help create a dazzling “First Dance” that’s totally “YOU” – be that elegant, contemporary or just plain fun. Amaze family and friends with your new-found dance skills, and enjoy magical wedding memories that will be yours forever.

Call today, and let’s talk about your dream wedding dance!

Your Wedding Day First Dance

A First Dance is an everlasting expression of your love and commitment – both for you and your spouse, as well as for all of the guests celebrating with you. From a few simple steps to get by to a fully-choreographed routine, we can help make your First Dance as unique as the rest of your wedding. 

Father/Daughter & Mother/Son Dances
Father/Daughter and Mother/Son dances are memorable complements to your First Dance. Including your parents (or special friends or family members who will be standing in that traditional role) in your wedding dance shows your love and appreciation. We’d recommend scheduling a few wedding dance lessons for them, too.

Wedding Party Dance Routines
Looking for something truly memorable? Let us choreograph a “YouTube-worthy” wedding dance for the whole wedding party, that’s set to your favorite music! This option extends those special wedding day moments, with an awesome routine you’ll want to re-live, again and again.

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Your Day, YOUR Wedding Dance Experience

In just a short amount of time, the certified Dance Instructors at Fred Astaire Dance Studios can teach you a few basic steps, so you’ll feel at ease and confident on your wedding day. Have something bigger in mind? We can choreograph the whole dance with you – and even include the wedding party! There are no hard & fast rules these days – so you decide on the plan. We do recommend scheduling your lessons at least a month before the ceremony (and further in advance, for more involved routines), so give us a call today. And bring along your favorite song, pictures of your venue, attire… everything you’d like to share, to help us make your dream dance a reality.

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Have Fun Along the Way To Your Wedding Day and Beyond!

Wedding day First Dance lessons are a great way to have fun and relax before the Big Day. With all the decisions, deadlines and schedules involved in wedding planning, enjoy this time together that’s just for you to de-stress and re-energize – and we promise you’ll have lots of fun doing it! Contact us today, and give everyone at your wedding a dance to remember.

Frequently Asked Questions About Wedding Lessons

From ceremony to reception, your wedding day is a celebration of your love for each other. Everything you’re planning – the venue, flowers, attire, food, music, and more will be a reflection of your style and personality, and your First Dance should be, too! For many couples, however, their First Dance can be a nerve-wracking experience. But after just a few Wedding Dance lessons at Fred Astaire Dance Studios, you’ll have the skills and confidence to wow your guests on the dance floor and create special memories you’ll always treasure. Wedding Dance lessons are also a great way to have fun and relax before the Big Day. Think of it as “date nights”! With all the decisions and deadlines involved in wedding planning, enjoying this time together can help you both de-stress and re-energize, and we guarantee you’ll have LOTS of fun.
At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, our Wedding Dance programs are tailored to you – your style & personality, and your priorities for the music and choice of dance. Our friendly, certified Dance Instructors can teach everything from a few simple dance steps to a fully-choreographed routine for your entire wedding party – it’s up to you!
If you’re reading this now, it’s probably time to get started because the longer you wait, the less time you have to create your dream Wedding Dance! Due to wedding couples’ typically hectic schedules, we recommend getting started at least 5-6 months before your wedding. This will give you plenty of time for scheduling lessons (for you, and possibly your parents and wedding party), and to truly feel confident with your dance. Of course, we can help couples who have less time available, too. Don’t put it off – contact us today to get started.
It all starts with a free consultation at Fred Astaire Dance Studios. We’ll discuss your plans, and learn more about your dream Wedding Dance. We encourage you to bring along favorite songs, pictures of the venue & your wedding attire, examples of dance videos you love, etc. Everything you can share helps us understand your goals for the day, so we can help you create a Wedding Dance experience that will amaze your guests and make your wedding even more special.
We offer special introductory packages that help you create a dream Wedding Dance that’s a great value. Beyond that, we will tailor a program to meet your individual goals and budget. Lessons with just the two of you can range from a few simple dance steps to a fully-choreographed dance. We can include your wedding party, for a YouTube-worthy routine. And including your parents (or special friends or family members who will be standing in that traditional role) in your Wedding Dance can be a wonderful way to show your love and appreciation. It’s totally up to you!
Absolutely! These days, more and more couples are including their wedding party in dance lessons – to create a unique dance routine, or even re-create a famous dance scene from your favorite movie, musical or video! A YouTube-worthy First Dance can be a show-stopping surprise for your friends and family, and will become moments you’ll all want to re-watch, again and again.
Yes! Including your parents (or friends or family members who will be standing in that role) in your wedding dance can make your time on the dance floor extra special, and it’s a demonstration of your love and appreciation for them. While our main focus and priority will be on your First Dance, we do suggest a few lessons for parents if you plan to feature a traditional Mother/Son and Father/Daughter specialty dance during your reception.
We realize that some Students arrive for lessons straight from the office, and others may be dressed more casually for their lessons – either is fine. The most important thing is to wear something comfortable, which allows you to move easily. Of course, you’ll also want to select comfortable shoes. We suggest leather-sole shoes for gentlemen, and a shoe with a back for ladies (similar to what you might wear to go out dancing). If you’ve already purchased your wedding shoes, we suggest you bring them along to your first lesson, so we can help you determine if you’ll be able to dance comfortably in them. Please note that athletic shoes do NOT work well on the ballroom dance floor because they stick, which will make it difficult to move your feet.
While wedding shoes are a beautiful accessory for your wedding attire, they are not always designed for comfort or movement. We recommend that you bring your wedding shoes to your first dance lesson, so your Fred Astaire Dance Studios Instructor can help you determine whether you can comfortably dance in them, or whether you should consider a pair of ballroom dancing shoes for your First Dance and reception. Your friends and family won’t even notice the switch – but you’ll be so much more comfortable!
The number of lessons you’ll want to take depends on the type of First Dance you want to create. Our certified Instructors and Fred Astaire Dance Studios’ proven method of teaching ensure that you’ll learn as much as possible, in the shortest amount of time, with the most retention, and the most FUN. We work with you to create a First Dance that fits your vision, in the amount of time you have available. We can guarantee you’ll feel confident and comfortable on your Wedding Day. In fact, you’ll be on your way to confident dancing by the end of your very first lesson!
Not at all. If you have a specific song in mind, definitely let us know so we can help you select a dance that matches it well – but it’s not required. In fact, when you’re introduced to the different styles of partner dance, you may discover that you really like a dance style that doesn’t match your music! Whatever you decide, we’ll be there to help make your First Dance totally “yours”.
At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we are experts at all styles of ballroom dance – and can incorporate any one (or more!) of them into your Wedding Dance choreography. From a classic Waltz or Foxtrot or sultry Tango, to a fun & lively Country Western Two-Step and more, our certified Dance Instructors can help!