Father Daughter Dance Lessons

Your big day is just months away. You still haven’t signed up for Wedding Dance Lessons for you and your fiancé, and now your dad just announced that he wants to do a Father/Daughter dance! Time is running out and you’re feeling the pressure. That’s understandable. Take a deep breathe and let me help you with a few suggestions that will take the stress off your plate.

First, everything’s going to be great! Keep that at the forefront of your mind when you’re getting overwhelmed. Next, look up your local adult dance studio to get started with a Wedding Dance Consultation asap. 🙂

The good news is that your dad let you know he wants to dance with you before you started taking lessons, so when you meet with your consultant, be sure to tell him/her know that you would like to include a certain amount of time in your program to learn a Father/Daughter dance in addition to your wedding dance.

A realistic amount of hours to learn two dance routines can be anywhere from 10-20 hours, or more, depending on how elaborate you would like your dances to be. One dance can be simple and sweet, while one is over the top and exciting. The choice is really yours, as long as you have proper guidance from a qualified instructor.

Next, it’s time to search for the perfect Daddy/Daughter song. The right music definitely sets the tone for your dance and for what your guests will experience as they watch you dance. Do you want your friends and family to laugh, cry, or just smile in amazement at what you’re doing on the dance floor? Think about this as you prepare for your Wedding Dance Consultation so that you can set the tone for your dance. (The same goes with your first dance as well, of course.)

Recently we had a father who performed a rap that he wrote himself for his daughter and soon to be son-in-law. It was awesome! He spoke on how she was as child and how she has turned out to be an incredible woman. Then dad roasted his future son-in-law! It was funny, heart-warming and endearing. The audience was crying in no time by the time the dance and rap were over. Mission accomplished!

Now that you’ve got your wedding music selected, it’s time to get to work. My advice as you prepare for your special dances is to keep your lessons as close together as possible so that you can really retain everything that you’ve been learning. Additionally, be realistic with your goals. If you have always wanted a huge wedding routine, be prepared to come in several times a week if not more. Even a basic routine will require time as most people who come in for lessons are beginners.

There’s lots to do to get ready for such an exciting day! Get ready for some fun and relaxation time in your dance lessons and you will be shining on that dance floor before you know it. Congratulations!