5 Tips for Your Wedding First Dance

Here are some tips for a fun and interesting first dance.

1. Pick a Song with a Good Beat

It is easier to dance to a song with a good beat. And everyone enjoys your dance more when he or she can hear and feel the beat.

2. Keep it Short

Try to watch a first dance online and see how long you stay attentive. We recommend a dance of about 2 minutes. Sometimes, we recommend the first dance to be longer if your song has a distinct ending.

3. Remember Your Guests

Remember to face everyone for at least a moment. While it is romantic to look into each other’s eyes, take the time to look or smile at your guests.

4. Create Memorable Moments

Pause and pose at appropriate moments for your guests to capture you on camera. This keeps them engaged. For a nice entrance, you can walk slowly to the center of the dance floor and have a spin. For a memorable finale, end your dance with a turn or dip.

5. Be Creative

Try combining different dance styles (such as foxtrot and swing) to the same song. You can also use two different songs – start with a slow dance and transition to salsa or swing. Or ask the bridal party or guests to join you on the floor at the end of the dance.

While it is important to be creative, avoid complicated steps and select dance moves that you can execute easily.

We are Dance Factory, a ballroom dance studio serving DC, Northern Virginia including Arlington and Alexandria since 1976.