Incendiary dancing at a wedding from the bride and groom

Photo: Cinzia Bruschini, Roman Ivanov

The dance of the bride and groom who have just become husband and wife is a very beautiful tradition. Just the two of you move to your favorite music, you can hug, take a breath and share with each other the emotions of your wedding day. Or, on the contrary, you surprise everyone present with an incendiary number and precise movements, like professionals. How to do this dance is up to you. And we will tell you how to prepare an unforgettable performance that will decorate your wedding evening. And don't forget to choose a suitable melody from our playlist.

Dance styles

To choose the style that suits you, pay attention not only to the visual side, but also to the complexity of the execution and its correspondence to the style of the wedding: at a classic celebration, the waltz will look more organic than hustle or rock and roll.

Photo: Cinzia Bruschini

A slow dance

Light swaying in each other's arms to romantic music is a choice for couples who are not ready to spend a lot of time choreographing the dance. This format is suitable for a cozy wedding and will help the couple focus on each other, and not on complex movements.

Photo: Andrey Baida

Dancing from parents

Parents mostly dance a calm, slow dance, but to add creativity and zest to the celebration of the wedding of their beloved children, the father and mother of both parties can perform a cheerful, catchy, cool dance. An energetic dance from the parents of the newlyweds will fit perfectly into the atmosphere of fun at the wedding and will delight the groom, bride, guests and videographer.

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Parents of young people can give their children this dance:

Waltz

The classic Viennese waltz is a rather active, fast-paced dance. The English waltz, or Boston waltz, is performed more restrained and slower. Whatever style you choose, the waltz is a dance that always looks impressive and incredibly romantic!

Photo: Arseny Prusakov

Tango

A more passionate version of classical ballroom dance is the Argentine tango, characterized by a clear and energetic rhythm. It will be more difficult to prepare, but if you are a vibrant couple, the dance will fully convey the energy of the relationship.

Photo: Sara Lobla

Dance from the bridesmaids

As for dancing as a gift from the bridesmaids, things are better with this. Girls are always eager to dance and you don’t need to think long about costumes, because just dresses and heels will look good.

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But if for a greater dancing effect, your girlfriends can rent costumes, or make them themselves from old clothes. The main thing is to decide on the style of the dance.

The girlfriends also need to group and decide where each person’s place is during the dance, so that the whole composition and movements look harmonious and impressive. It is worth spending time on rehearsals so that the dance is beautiful and the movements are performed simultaneously and synchronously.

A dance that will be started by the bridesmaids and finished by the groom's friends will look great. Such a unique change will be received with a bang by the guests and the newlyweds themselves. You can start the dance with tango, and end with an energetic “boogie-woogie”, or “tiktonik”, or any rehearsed fast movements.

Here are a couple of dance examples from the bridesmaids:

Salsa or bachata

Sensual and fast dances from Latin America. Learning these dances is not easy - it will take more time and a professional choreographer, and do not forget that they should be performed in comfortable clothes, and not in a wedding dress.

Photo: Andrey Baida

Musical greetings from guests

Boring sitting at the wedding table, eating delicacies and rare verbal congratulations, has long been out of fashion. After all, you can congratulate the newlyweds on their wedding in a variety of original ways! And one of them is the dance of guests in the “flash mob” format, which translates as “instant crowd”.

Participants gather on the dance floor and collectively, to the music, perform the chosen dance or present an exciting, fantastic or funny scene with songs, movements, poetry or prose. If the room includes a costume performance, then you must first change clothes. It’s great if dance rehearsals are conducted under the guidance of a specialist.

Dance from friends.

Rock'n'roll

Traditional rock and roll is a dance to rhythmic music with acrobatic movements. This is a beautiful show that will have a wow effect, but is only suitable for those who already have choreographic training.

Photo: Marina Fadeeva

Dreams Come True

Imagine how the host announces: “And now the dance of the newlyweds,” and a beautiful newlywed couple comes out into the middle of the hall.
Mesmerizing music plays, guests hold their breath, looking only at them, and a magical performance begins, in which you are the main characters. So how? Believe me, many couples dream of a beautiful dance choreographed by professionals, but few manage to make it happen in reality. "No reason". And you have a great chance to realize this fantasy by taking advantage of such a special occasion.

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Foxtrot

Foxtrot fits well with both classical and modern music, and you can perform it even in a wedding dress - the flowing fabrics will only emphasize the beauty of the movements.

Photo: Andrey Baida

Final dance

At the end of the wedding reception, the newlyweds usually perform a final dance . Thus reminding guests that the newlyweds are the main heroes of the occasion. The touching last dance of the newlyweds will put a beautiful ellipsis before the beginning of their life together.

The dance at the end of the wedding evening may be the same one that was performed at the beginning of the holiday. The newlyweds dance for an encore and are the first to leave the wedding banquet. At its completion, additional special effects can be used: smoke, light, confetti or fireworks, Chinese lanterns.

By the end of the wedding, after an exciting day, the newlyweds usually feel tired. Therefore, it is better to perform a romantic final dance to calm, melodic music .

The first dance of the spouses is elegant, sensual and tender, it will remain in memory for many, many years. It will be nice to get a disc with the recording on your next wedding anniversary and enjoy the magical dance again. Or maybe perform it again.

Hustle or swing

These fast dances with jumps and complex lifts are suitable for young and active couples. To prepare them you will need a professional dance teacher, a special outfit and very comfortable shoes.

Photo: Maxim Koliberdin

Pros and cons of doing your own dance

Staging the newlyweds' first dance independently has its pros and cons. Let's look at them.

Advantages:

1. In the absence of choreographic experience, the couple will not be shy in their movements during dance rehearsals.
2. The couple will be able to independently select the optimal movements for staging the number, including only personal preferences in the organization of the dance, taking into account their choreographic abilities.
3. Rehearsals can be held at any convenient time, at home, without spending personal time traveling to a choreographic studio.
4. Saving money on choreography lessons.
5. By creating the first wedding dance together, the future spouses become even closer, learn to make important decisions together, and compromise, which will become a positive lesson for family life.

The disadvantage of organizing a wedding dance yourself is the lack of experience and choreographic skills. During rehearsals, the couple will not be able to evaluate the result of the dance performance from the outside. Some dance elements require special performance. Difficulties often arise with performance techniques that are incomprehensible to non-professional dancers. In order for a dance choreographed without the help of a choreographer to turn out perfectly, you need very good motivation and patience of the future spouses!

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Music for wedding dance

The key to the success of your dance is the right music that will create a magical atmosphere! For classical dancing there is nothing better than string music, and at a youth party you can dance to the songs of a cover band. For the first dance, you should choose a song that fully conveys the mood and emotions of the couple. In our playlist you will find the best songs for the dance of love.

Photo: Andrey Baida

Which dance to choose?

First of all, the bride and groom must decide exactly what musical composition they will dance to. If there is enough time left for choreographic preparation, then you can stop at the classic version - the waltz.

For the waltz, it is important that both partners move well, then the couple in the dance will look organic and beautiful

Most newlyweds choose this simple dance, as it is ideal for the solemnity of the moment. A beautiful video of the bride and groom's wedding waltz to classical music can be seen in this video:

The waltz of the bride and groom at a wedding will evoke touching feelings and tears of joy among guests. The music can be selected from modern compositions, from well-loved classics, or from adaptations of old melodies. The slow 1 wedding dance of the newlyweds will make you hold your breath and admire them.

The sensual tango dance is suitable for those couples who are not afraid to openly express their emotions in public. This dance is called the dance of love and passion, which must be presented in such a way that the audience can feel it. Tango can be compared to a small play where the leading actors are spouses.

Latin dance is becoming popular in 2022, it should be chosen by a couple who has a high temperament, then they will look organic. Latin dancing is energy, expression, passion and a full fireworks display of emotions. The movements are so unusual that it is impossible to do without training from a specialist. But if you learn the dance well, the wedding guests will be completely delighted with the newlyweds.

A video of a beautiful first slow dance of young people, which can be learned in 2-3 rehearsals, can be seen in this video:

Duration of the wedding dance

Even the most beautiful dance will tire the audience if it turns out to be too long. Focus on 3-4 minutes - the average duration of one song. During this time, guests will fully enjoy the beauty of the moment, and you will not get tired.

Photo: Maxim Koliberdin

Useful tips for a young couple

When learning a wedding dance, many newlyweds make the same mistakes. To avoid repeating them, you should listen to some advice:

• if the partners categorically do not like something in the dance, it is better to refuse it, otherwise the performance will be constrained;
• while dancing, it is important to be able to abstract yourself from others and dance as if no one is nearby;
• if the dance doesn’t work out, then you don’t need to spend a lot of time on it, it’s better to take wedding waltz lessons, but don’t exhaust yourself;
• the optimal time for dancing is 3 minutes;
• before the wedding, you need to practice wearing clothes that will be close to wedding dresses, for example, the bride can make an imitation of a fluffy bottom of the dress and attach something like a veil to her head if it is long;
• it is advisable to rehearse in the shoes that the bride and groom will wear at the wedding;
• To give the dance an additional effect, you can use confetti, light and smoke special effects, and fireworks.

Video lesson of dancing for newlyweds at a wedding that everyone can do:

Production and rehearsals

To stage a complex dance, you will need a studio for classes with a choreographer and additional rehearsals at home. It is better to start classes 2-3 months before the celebration, so that you can learn the necessary movements without haste and hone your skills. So, at the most crucial moment you will feel confident and will be able to fully enjoy the moment.

Photo: Andrey Baida and Mikhail Moon

First steps

The most important:

• tune in to the same wavelength as your partner;
• select music (almost any choreographer can stage a performance specifically to your music);
• find a good studio within your area so as not to waste precious time on the road;
• Take this action very seriously, try not to miss lessons.

And believe me, you won’t regret it and will get maximum pleasure, even during rehearsals (an additional positive before the wedding).

Clothes and shoes

As a rule, for the first dance, brides buy a second dress - one that is more comfortable and simple, and does not restrict movement. The same goes for shoes - make sure in advance that you can perform all the steps in wedding shoes. To do this, we recommend breaking in your shoes in advance or choosing shoes without heels.

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The exceptions are a simple slow dance and a classic waltz, which will only benefit if the bride is in a ballgown. But in this case, it is important to conduct the final rehearsal in wedding dresses to make sure that the long train does not interfere with you. If you do not want the groom to see you in your wedding look before the reception, wear a skirt similar to the one on the dress to the rehearsal.

Father and daughter dance at a wedding

The father-daughter dance at a wedding is an obligatory ritual in many cultures. Thus, the girl said goodbye to her stepfather’s shelter and her family. It was believed that she, her soul, dies for her relatives and is reborn again in her husband’s family. Now not everyone remembers the true meaning of this dance, but the beauty and symbolism of this performance is so touching that it is willingly included in the evening program.

Music for dancing at a wedding

It is important to choose suitable music for this dance so that it looks harmonious, because representatives of different generations will perform. In addition, it is worth expressing a special mood when a father transfers responsibility for his grown-up daughter into the hands of her husband. What are the selection criteria?

• There are no strict restrictions on the type of music. Both serious works, for example a waltz, and fiery, comic modern dances are allowed. It all depends on the relationships in the family and the mood of both dancers.
• If the father feels insecure on the dance floor or his health condition does not allow liberties, it is worth focusing on simple melodies that do not require special acrobatics or physical effort.

The performance of the bride and her father is traditionally staged after the “First Dance” of the young couple. Slow classical dancing is perfect for him. However, if the father wishes, you can choose a rhythmic rumba, twist or other compositions.

Wedding dance venue

You should think about performing a wedding dance at the stage of discussing the arrangement of tables and furniture. The Viennese waltz will require a fairly large hall, and during the dance your movements should not be hampered by decorative or interior details. Architectural lighting or heavy smoke will decorate the performance, but technical equipment should not be in the frame when taking photos and videos of the performance.

Photo: Andrey Baida

Situations to consider when performing a dance

The quality of wedding dance performance is influenced by various factors, which must be taken into account in advance.

What to pay attention to:

1. When staging the dance, take into account the outfits of the bride and groom. During the performance, the couple should not accidentally step on the train of the wedding dress. The bride's legs should move gracefully without getting tangled in the hem.
2. Particular attention should be paid to shoes. For a dance performance, it is not recommended to choose shoes with large and thin heels. In such shoes, unpleasant nuances are not excluded - from the typical tripping and falling to a stiletto puncture of the lower hem.
3. The floor in the hall should not be slippery or have too much grip. Dancing on the carpet doesn't work out well. An uncomfortable floor can negatively affect the quality of dance performance. If the floor of the banquet hall is too slippery, the couple needs to choose good shoes for proper traction.
4. Children should not run out onto the dance floor during the performance. They can distract the couple or prevent them from completing one or another element. To avoid such unpleasant situations, warn your guests in advance so that they keep an eye on their children and do not let them out on the dance floor, even to back up the newlyweds.
5. Shouts from guests during a performance can also throw spouses off the dance rhythm. It is better for friends of the bride and groom, as well as other guests of the wedding party, to refrain from loud emotions and compliments while watching the wedding dance. It is better to express kind words, wishes and praise after the dance performance.
6. A dance performance may fail due to alcohol intoxication of one of the spouses. Don't drink too much alcohol at your own wedding!
7. Spontaneity - an unexpected announcement by the toastmaster about the newlyweds coming out to perform a wedding dance. Study the holiday script in advance to be prepared for the upcoming performance.

What to do if a dance element is forgotten

If during a performance a couple forgets one or another dance element, there is no need to stop and show with all your appearance that something went wrong. Just “go away” into a slow dance, try to concentrate and remember the subsequent movements. Start performing the planned elements at the appropriate moment - with the beginning of a new verse or chorus.

If a couple is dancing an energetic dance, replacing the forgotten fragment with elements of a slow dance will not work. If the couple has at least some dancing skills, they need to not get confused and continue the performance, replacing forgotten movements with improvised ones.

What not to do:

• stop and ask the DJ to play the song first;
• refuse to continue dancing and leave the dance floor.

Be prepared for any unexpected situations and always try to find a way out of the situation, showing creativity and ingenuity.

In order for a couple to be able to dance their first wedding dance perfectly, causing delight among the audience, they need to responsibly prepare for the performance, train regularly, attend classes in a dance studio and follow all the choreographer’s recommendations. Start preparing for your wedding dance in advance and carefully practice each element so that all movements are performed automatically. And most importantly, don’t be afraid to dance!

Non-standard wedding dance

If you want to surprise your guests, prepare a non-standard dance with elements of a flash mob, in which the bridesmaids and friends of the groom will take part, or a mashup - a combined dance where a slow melody unexpectedly gives way to a fast one. This dance will look fresh and unusual and will allow you to combine several different styles and favorite songs in one performance. Another good option is the dance of the bride and groom, at the end of which the host invites the guests to join the newlyweds. It looks very intimate and family-like.

Photo: Alexey Kinyapin

Dancing for children

If there are children among the invited guests or relatives, you can present several performances with their participation. In this way, children will feel involved in what is happening, and adults will not rack their brains about what to do with their little fidgets. There are many ideas for presentation:

• romantic whirling of angels, snowflakes or white swans;
• modern rhythmic compositions, if children learn the appropriate style;
• “rivulet” or round dance in folk style;
• congratulation song with dance accompaniment;
• costume scene with poems, songs, dances.

It should be remembered that children may become confused in the presence of spectators. Therefore, for the main roles it is worth choosing the most active children who can communicate freely and naturally with adults and peers.

For all countries and peoples, dancing at a wedding is an integral attribute of the solemn day of uniting two loving hearts and forming a new family. With the help of ritual dances, our ancestors pacified the guardian spirits of the clan, drove away evil forces and asked for prosperity and harmony in the family, for healthy and numerous children. Today, wedding performances are perceived as a magnificent element of the festive program, which creates the right atmosphere - romance and tenderness, solemnity and slight sadness, unbridled fun.