We passed through the winter holidays and cupids big day of love – Valentine’s Day and you found yourself engaged! Congratulations!  As the wedding approaches and you go through your check list fulfilling each big detail: your bridal party, booking venues, finding the perfect wedding dress and tux, flowers, music, food, cake and more, the thoughts about details like the wedding ceremony and reception activities come into play.

Often completely forgotten is the first dance, a romantic moment the newly married couple shares with all their friends and family. I remember when I got married. The wedding planner simply said “Okay, then you will do the Father-Daughter, Mother-Son and your first dance, after that bridal party joins in …” etcetera. The most my fiancée and I did to prepare for our wedding dance was pick “our song” and, like billions of other newly married couples across the world, we wowed our guests attention for maybe ten seconds while we performed something appropriately termed the “prom sway”.  Looking back and comparing it to the Rock Your Reception videos that we have displayed on the Dance FX Studios’ website, it was typical, boring and nothing that anyone seems to remember.

When I watch the choreographed performances of the brides and grooms in the Rock Your Reception video, the thing that captured my attention, aside from the awesome dancing of the brides and grooms, was their family and friends who are circled around them. All eyes are locked on the couple, thrilled with the unbelievable dance they are viewing, they enthusiastically clap, cheer and route them on!

Now ask yourself: why do the “prom sway” when you can kick off the night with an unexpected wedding dance? Touch your guests with a highly romantic, traditional dance that busts out into a tantalizing Tango, some spicy Salsa, cool moves Country Two-Step or sizzling Swing!

We have done it all here at Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona. Our talented instructors and choreographers will listen to your ideas about what you would like to express and create something personalized and jaw-dropping just for you! Maybe Star Wars is your boyfriend’s thing? Or maybe Gone with the Wind is your girlfriend’s thing? Maybe you’re both obsessed with Disney movies. Why not put some time into learning some customized choreography to have a seemingly impromptu space robot dance to the music of Star Wars, Chalmun’s Spaceport Cantina scene emerging from the middle of something sweet and elegant. What a surprise that will be! A surprise for everyone that gives you the perfect first dance that will impress your guest and leave them with something to talk about for years to come!

For the less adventuresome or those looking for a more traditional first dance, or maybe something sweet and simple, we can give you that too. Getting married soon? We can put a choreographed dance together in a short amount of time, with one of our Crash Courses customized to provide you with the perfect, basic romantic first dance.  Whether  you decide to create an elaborate or simple first dance, it is always best to start learning your dance routine as soon as possible-4-6 months in advance is ideal. We want you to look relaxed, comfortable and polished by your big day.

In addition to getting a first wedding dance, consider that social dancing is also fun to know as a couple.  You and your fiancé can enjoy Swing, Salsa or Country Two Step dancing for years to come. Think about all of the opportunities you may have to use your dancing, from other people’s weddings to fun date nights. Dancing together as a couple also relieves the stress generated from all the wedding-planning, which is a great thing!

Why not Rock Your Reception and move forward together with a life skill that you can use over and over again wherever you find yourself dancing through the years? Moreover, the romance generated from this day will set the tone for the rest of your lives together.

Helping a couple start their married lives together is one of the most joyous rewards we feel here at Dance FX Studios, especially every time a “thank you” note arrives on our doorstep. We want you to treasure your lives together so begin by taking dance Wedding Dance Lessons designed just for the two of you. We know you’ll enjoy your time at Dance FX Studios and create lasting memories.

We are in the busy wedding season and time is of the essence. Come visit or call us Dance FX Studios in Mesa, Arizona.   Neighboring cities include Gilbert, Scottsdale, Tempe and Chandler, AZ.  To secure an appointment with us for a Wedding Dance Consultation, do not wait until the last minute. Creating the special first dance you envision takes time and we want to help you to shine on your big day! We look forward to making your dance experience an imaginative, exciting and special journey.