Why First Dance Lessons Are the Wedding Planning Break You Didn’t Know You Needed

Let’s face it—planning a wedding is a whirlwind of decisions. Guest lists, colour schemes, catering choices, seating charts... the to-do list can feel endless. Amongst the spreadsheets, emails and Pinterest boards, it’s easy for couples to feel like they’re ticking boxes rather than enjoying the journey.

That’s where dance lessons come in—and trust us, they’re more than just learning a few moves.

A Pause in the Planning Storm

Dance lessons offer something rare in the wedding prep process: a break. A chance to step away from the inbox, the budgeting, and the never-ending stream of choices. When you walk into the studio, you leave the planning stress at the door. It’s just the two of you, moving together, laughing, learning, and enjoying each other's company.

Quality Time, Fully Present

In the lead-up to a wedding, time spent together can often be filled with logistics and timelines. Dance lessons create a space where you can be present—with each other, not just with your calendar. It’s a chance to reconnect, to share a moment that’s about joy, not details. Many of our couples say it’s one of the few times they really pause during the planning process and simply enjoy being together.

A Weekly Date to Look Forward To

We love that many of our couples turn their dance lessons into a date night—grabbing a drink or a meal before or after their session. It's a reason to dress up a little, celebrate your progress, and soak in the excitement of what you’re creating together. Even practice sessions at home become moments of fun, a glass of wine in hand and music playing, as you revisit the steps and perfect your routine.

More Than Just a Dance

Your first dance isn’t just a performance—it’s a symbol of your partnership, and the journey you’re starting together. Taking time out for dance lessons adds something truly special to the wedding prep experience. It becomes a treasured part of the lead-up, not just another task to tick off.

Gillian & James during their first dance at Fennes

Falling in love all over again

Gillian, one of our lovely Fennes brides wrote this is the testimonial:

"My husband & I absolutely loved the lessons, it was the time of the week we looked forward to, the time we could spend together and focus on each other. It’s a feeling you can’t really describe apart from saying it’s like you fall in love all over again.

We decided to make our first dance a special moment and memory for us as a newly married couple and it was the best decision ever!"

So if you’re feeling the wedding planning pressure, consider this your gentle reminder: your first dance can be more than a moment—it can be a much-needed break, a bonding experience, and one of the highlights of the entire process.

We’d love to help you make that happen.