{"id":7094,"date":"2019-09-26T15:00:27","date_gmt":"2019-09-26T19:00:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/mequon\/?p=7094"},"modified":"2019-09-26T15:00:27","modified_gmt":"2019-09-26T19:00:27","slug":"say-i-do-to-dance-lessons-before-heading-to-the-altar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/mequon\/blog\/uncategorized\/say-i-do-to-dance-lessons-before-heading-to-the-altar\/","title":{"rendered":"Say \u2018I do\u201d to Dance Lessons Before Heading to the Altar"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/mequon\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2019\/08\/Fred-Astaire-picture.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-4876 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/pewaukee\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/32\/2019\/09\/pasted-image-0-3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" \/><\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s something many people dream of since childhood, their wedding day. Many couples start choosing the dress, venue, and caterer as soon as they set a date but there is something else you might want to consider that\u2019s just as important, dance lessons. Picture the first dance as a couple, you have had the song picked out for months and can\u2019t wait to dance with your partner. When the DJ starts playing your song you realize neither one of you really knows how to dance and it becomes more like awkward swaying. All eyes are on you and your partner and if you don\u2019t feel comfortable dancing, it will show and lead to stress on your big day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you think you have smooth moves on the floor, you might not be doing it properly. Learning to dance is an excellent way to relax and get your mind off all the planning involved with your big day, it\u2019s also a great way to connect with your partner, have fun, and impress your guests! Here are three compelling reasons to get started!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Relieves Stress<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As much fun as it might be to plan a wedding, whether it\u2019s a small affair or a big bash, there are a lot of details and legwork involved. It can become overwhelming to juggle contracts with vendors, finalize the details and sort out family dynamics. Dance lessons can serve as an outlet, a reprieve from the stress when you are starting to feel overwhelmed. Not to mention, dancing is just plain fun, laughing and letting go is just part of the process. Dancing can serve as a gentle reminder that this day is really just about the two of you. If you\u2019re feeling ambitious and want to include everyone you can invite your wedding party and even parents to join you for lessons. Consider making it a fun group event and go out to dinner afterward or just grab an ice cream cone. The memories you make during your lessons will last a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Practice Makes Perfect<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The iconic dance moves of Fred Astaire and his dance partners didn\u2019t just happen when they stepped out onto the dance floor. While there was a considerable amount of talent and athleticism in place there was also practice, practice, practice. The same is true for you! If you want to look your best and feel confident on the dance floor, you and your partner will need to practice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>A Skill that will Last a Lifetime<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Twirling around the dance floor is not just for honoring the traditional \u201cfirst dance\u201d with a couple or even with your respective parents, it\u2019s a skill you can take with you and expand upon for years to come. Some couples find out they love dancing so much, they continue on with lessons after the big day. Regardless if you just use your newly found skills for your big day or want to dance like a pro you\u2019ll at least have the basics under your belt! Dancing is something you and your new spouse can take anywhere, anytime. Hard-pressed to think of a date night idea? Why not go dancing? It doesn\u2019t have to be a fancy occasion, dancing is fun at concerts, parties, and even in your own backyard! All you need to supply is the music.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/pewaukee\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fred Astaire Dance Studios <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we know how important your Wedding Day is, and we can help make it even more special! At Fred Astaire Dance Studios, we customize our Wedding Dance Instruction Programs just for you, to give you both the confidence and skills to show off your elegance, style \u2013 and maybe even a little personality on the dance floor, on your wedding day. We\u2019ll help you create a special \u201cFirst Dance\u201d that\u2019s totally \u201cYOU\u201d \u2013 be that elegant, contemporary or just plain fun. Amaze your family and friends with your new-found dance skills, and enjoy magical wedding memories that will be yours forever. Don\u2019t put it off for another moment \u2013 walk into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/mequon\/dance-lessons\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fred Astaire Dance Studios<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and begin your First Dance lessons today. And be sure to ask about our money-saving intro offer, just for wedding couples! Visit us <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fredastaire.com\/introductory-offer\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s something many people dream of since childhood, their wedding day. Many couples start choosing the dress, venue, and caterer as soon as they set a date but there is something else you might want to consider that\u2019s just as important, dance lessons. 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