The First Dance Company Leicester

The First Dance Company Leicester

The First Dance Company Leicester specialises in wedding dances, helping couples prepare the routine they will perform in front of family and friends. Rather than running a general timetable of classes, the focus is on choreographing and rehearsing that one important dance. It is a service aimed squarely at engaged couples in the Leicester area. The result is a routine matched to your ability and the song you have chosen.

About The First Dance Company Leicester

This is a wedding dance service rather than a school with ongoing weekly classes, so the work is built around your date, your music and how much time you have before the day. Couples are guided from the first steps through to a finished routine they can perform with confidence.

Classes & Dance Styles

Sessions concentrate on your chosen first dance, whether that is a gentle sway, a classic ballroom number or something with a few surprises for your guests. The choreography is kept within reach of your dancing experience so it feels achievable rather than daunting. Lessons can be arranged to fit around the run-up to the wedding, with rehearsals to lock the routine into memory before the big day.

What to Expect on Your First Visit

Bring the song you are considering, or a shortlist, so the routine can be shaped around it from the start. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes you can turn in, and if your wedding shoes have an unusual heel it is worth practising in something similar.

Location & Contact

The service is based around the Leicester area and geared towards couples marrying locally or nearby.

• Phone: +44 7772 323435
• Website: http://www.thefirstdancecompany.co.uk/
• Opening hours:
  • Monday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Tuesday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Wednesday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Thursday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Friday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Saturday: 9 am-10 pm
  • Sunday: 9 am-10 pm

Frequently Asked Questions

How long before a wedding should you take dance lessons?

Starting around two to three months ahead gives most couples enough time to learn and rehearse a routine without pressure. Simpler dances can be prepared in a few weeks, while more elaborate choreography benefits from a longer run-in.

How many dances do couples do at a wedding?

Usually just the one first dance, though some couples add a second surprise number or a group dance to get everyone on the floor. It comes down to what suits your day.

Can you learn to dance without a partner?

For a wedding routine you will normally learn together, since the choreography is built for the two of you. Individual steps can still be practised alone between sessions.

What should I wear to a beginner dance class?

Comfortable clothing you can move in and shoes with a smooth sole work well. As the wedding nears, practising in footwear close to what you will actually wear helps a great deal.

How much does a dance class usually cost?

Wedding dance tuition is generally priced per private session or as a package of lessons, which costs more than a group class because it is one-to-one. It is best to ask about current rates.

Which dance is best for beginners?

For a first dance, a slow, romantic style set to your chosen song is the most forgiving, as it relies on feeling rather than complex footwork. A gentle waltz or a simple sway suits many couples.

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