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First Dance Charlotte

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I work with each couple to create a first dance that is special, meaningful and fun to learn and to perform on the big day. Whether you want a romantic slow dance or a something silly or quirky, I'll work with you to create the dance of your dreams. I also work really hard to prepare my couples for all the things that could happen during the wedding reception and provide advice on navigating nerves, how to talk with your photographer and videographer about your dance and what to ask/tell your DJ/band/wedding planner. I do so much more than just teach you steps! There are so many things I enjoy about my job, but I would probably say seeing pictures or videos of my couples performing their dance on their wedding day is my favorite part of the process. I almost always get emotional watching the dance because I am so proud of what they have accomplished in such a short amount of time. I also enjoy the choreography process on my own and collaborating with couples to create something they are really excited about.
Overview

Hired 13 times

1 employee

11 years in business

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SunClosedMon6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Desired wedding dance

First dance

Parent dance (i.e., father/daughter)

Wedding party dance

Preferred dance style

Waltz

Slow dance

Swing dance

Foxtrot

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Reviews

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Cathie D.

May 25, 2017

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When my husband and I went to Alex to learn a dance for our wedding day, she had her work cut out for her! Neither of us had any dance experience but figured if we had to dance in front of a hundred some people, we may as well give it our best effort. Alex choreographed a dance to our song that was way beyond anything I ever expected to be able to do, and taught it to us in just 5 lessons. :-) I felt like I was dancing with the stars on our wedding day! And for all the guys out there, my husband was not looking forward to the whole dance thing, but ended up having a ton of fun. And now we're even talking about what type of dance lessons to take next! Alex was awesome! We highly recommend her to anyone wanting to nail their First Dance!
Wedding Dance Lessons
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Kelli P.

Oct 30, 2016

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Alex is a phenomenal teacher! She listened to what we wanted for our first dance and created the most amazing dance. We had so much fun each week and have plans to return to Alex for lessons "just for fun" in the future. We received so many compliments from our guests after the wedding about our dance; they were definitely not expecting all the lifts and dips we had in our choreography! We would highly recommend Alex to anyone looking for a memorable first dance!
Wedding Dance Lessons
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Bobbi Z.

Dec 10, 2015

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I wish I had 50 more excuses to hire Alex, hang out with her, dance with my husband, and feel bad ass about my previously uncoordinated rhythm. Ok, the rhythm still sucked....but she taught me to hide it well. She's awesome. Don't hesitate.
Private Dance Lessons
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Bubba O.

Jul 14, 2018

My (now) wife and I wanted to do something special for our first dance at our wedding but didn’t really know where to start. We finally decided to take some dance lessons and that’s how we found Alex. Alex, however, offers much more than just lessons. She choreographed a beautiful dance routine to the song we chose and guided us through it each week at her studio/home. We worked on the routine for 8 weeks and it was one of the things I most fondly remember about the time leading up to our wedding. The dance Alex choreographed was the perfect mix of challenging and fun. She is a passionate, knowledgeable and patient instructor who really wanted our first dance to be something special. After working with Alex and practicing on our own for 2 months the big day finally arrived. We were nervous but well prepared and we nailed the routine! Our first dance was one of the highlights of our wedding and our guests were blown away by the whole thing. There’s “oohs” and “ahhs” on the video and lots of applause. It’s something we will never forget and it made our wedding that much more special. Adding that something extra-special was thanks to Alex. The wife and I highly recommend her as a dance instructor, choreographer and all around lovely human being. Thank you, Alex!
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Cheryl S.

Oct 1, 2015

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My husband and daughter went to Alex for help with their father/daughter dance for her upcoming wedding. Alex did an amazing job! She was well prepared and not only was a great teacher, but also listened to their ideas and suggestions and incorporated them into their dance. What a fun experience! We highly recommend her!
Wedding Dance Lessons

FAQs

  • What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

    Champagne & Caviar - $550 Recommended for couples who want to master a routine or feel confident leading and following to their chosen first dance song; also perfect for song medleys or surprise dances that require more preparation. Lessons can also be used for Father/Daughter or Mother/Son practice. Includes: -8 private 60-minute dance lessons -Custom first dance choreography to chosen music -Video and notes to practice at home in between lessons Wine & Cheese - $375 Recommended for couples who would like to learn a simple routine and who have two to three months remaining before their wedding. Includes: -5 private 60-minute dance lessons -Custom first dance choreography to chosen music -Video and notes to practice at home in between lessons Coffee & Dessert - $165 Recommended for couples who have less than a month remaining before their wedding. Lessons focus less on choreography and more on steps and techniques that will help you move more easily to the music. Includes: -2 private 60-minute dance lessons -Video and notes to practice at home in between lessons Custom Packages So, you want to do an elaborate first dance that involves six different songs, the entire wedding party and your wacky aunt. No problem. We will work with you to create a custom package to meet your needs. Or, if you need to add on lessons to a package, or drop in a few days before your wedding, we'll ensure you receive a fair price while meeting your first dance goals.

  • What types of customers have you worked with?

    The most common type of job I do is wedding first dance instruction with choreography. But I also teach father/daughter and mother/son dances. A well-choreographed first dance will make the couple look and feel natural dancing together; will include basic steps, turns and dips that highlight the special parts in the music; and will be fun to perform and to watch.

  • Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

    I am proud of all my students, but I usually feel the most proud when I have a couple that has never danced together or a couple that struggles at the beginning and then they turn around and pull off an amazing first dance. It makes me so happy to hear that it turned out perfectly and all the guests were impressed.

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