The Wedding Whisperer

This really depends on a few things; 

1- How you want your dance to look? On a scale of 1 to 10, 1 being shuffle around to a knock-out performance at 10. The higher on the scale, the longer I will need with you. 

2- How you move together. Anyone can dance, but some need more time than others. I get a good sense of this on your free consultation when I see you move together. 

3- Timeline. Is the wedding in 6 months, 6 weeks, or 6 days? Expectations have to be realistic in the given timeline. 

Honestly, as soon as possible. 

This doesn't mean taking 30 lessons because you started 6 months before your wedding. 

Depending how you want your dance to look and feel, anything between 4 and 12 lessons should do it. If you learn your whole dance early enough, it gives you time to practice at home, build your muscle memory and let it feel natural. You'll also enjoy it more in the moment, connecting with your partner and not having to think about the steps so much.

In the beginning, something confortable and closed-toe shoes.

If you already have your wedding shoes, then learning and practicing your dance in them will help you get used to them quicker and also break them in a little so they don't hurt on the day. 

I did this for my own wedding, and stayed in my heels until 11pm! 

This goes for your dress too. If you have a similar style you would like to practice in, it is advised (particularly if you have a lift to work with). These 'dress rehearsals' will help iron-out any issues you may face before the big day.

Of course! 

I love a mash-up for a first dance and it is becoming more popular for couples to switch things up on the dance floor. With so many cool styles of dance to choose from, you just need to pick the songs and let me take care of the rest. 

Learning more than one style of dance, especially for beginners, takes a little longer so its best to start learning as soon as possible.