Recorded First Dance Lessons
“I was nervous about going into a dance studio. Then I found First Dance Online! I basically learned my whole first dance in my pajamas ;)”
How It Works
With Recorded First Dance Lessons, we make videos specifically for you and your song. Your videos will include demos and instructions for basic steps, highlights, intros and endings for your first dance, along with answers to the questions that came up between your last and current video.
Videos come in packages of 4, 6, 10 and 15 and are recorded/delivered at a frequency that works best for you (we recommend 1 a week).
We offer a 30 minute Zoom consultation for if you’d like to speak with an instructor before purchasing a package of videos.
What's Included in the Recorded Lessons:
1) First dance demonstrations & instruction personalized to your goals, visions, and concerns.
2) Notes & communication with your instructors addressing your questions, challenges, and desires.
3) Unlimited access for the duration of your plan + 1 month after your last video.
How to Get Started
Schedule a Consultation or Purchase Lessons
Consultations are best for couples who are unsure about the process or what learning option is best for them. If you already know the number of videos you plan to purchase, we recommend getting started right away.
Quick Info:
An Intro Lessons allows you one-on-one time with an instructor, via Zoom, to go over questions you have about the online learning process.
Intro Lessons are only offered to couples who have 8 or more weeks before their wedding. If you have less than 8 weeks, you should get started with your first full lesson right away.
You’ll also learn a basic step or two.
Intro Lessons are 30 minutes long and can be scheduled:
Monday - Friday, 1 - 9 PM CST
Saturdays, 11 AM - 4 PM CST
Please read our Refund and Cancellation Policy before purchasing.
Quick Info:
Once you've purchased your lesson(s), we'll send you a detailed questionnaire to get the conversation going and guide our first recorded lesson. From there, all communication will happen via email or video!
Recorded lessons are each about 30 minutes and can be accessed via Google Drive.
Cost is $200 - $250 per recorded lesson, sold in packages of 4, 6, 10 or 15.
You have access to the recorded lessons for 1 month after the upload date.
Please read our Refund and Cancellation Policy before purchasing.
Have questions or want more info?
Personalized Video FAQ
+ How many videos will we need?
+ How can you personalize videos if you never meet us?
+ What will our first video cover?
+ Do we need to have a first dance song picked out prior to starting tutorials?
+ How frequently do we get new videos?
+ Can I change my plan once I've started?
+ How long is each video?
+ How often should we practice?
+ Will we interact with a teacher between videos?
+ What if we are having trouble learning from the video?
+ What if we want more/different moves?
+ Do we get to pick what moves we learn?
+ How much space do we need?
+ Do we need special equipment?
+ Can I share these videos?
+ How long will I have access?
+ What if I forget my moves after access ends?
+ Will you create full choreography for us?
How many videos will we need?
The number of videos varies greatly based on how often you’re available and how quickly you progress through the tutorials. Personalized tutorial plans range between 4 and 15 videos and are dispersed once a week (unless otherwise preferred). You can always add more videos to your package. We see these numbers as good starting points. You decide what’s right for you!
How can you personalize videos if you never meet us?
Before your first lesson, we’ll send you a questionnaire that asks a bunch of questions so we can get the clearest picture of you, your big day and any vision you might have for your first dance. We also see this learning process as collaborative, so you can respond to your instructor via video or email.
What will our first video cover?
At the very beginning, we’re most concerned with getting you moving comfortably together, so we’ll teach your a couple of basic steps.
Do we need to have a first dance song picked before starting tutorials?
Yes! In order to guide our tutorials, you need to have picked a first dance song to pursue. This will dictate the style of dance we’ll be doing, any specific choreography, and how we plan out your lessons.
How frequently do we get new videos?
You will receive videos once a week for 4, 6, 10 or 15 weeks.
Can I change my plan once I’ve started?
You are always welcome to add more videos to your program, but we do not offer refunds for pre-purchased videos.
How long is each video?
Each week, you'll receive one approximately 30 minute video from your instructor. These videos can be accessed at any time from anywhere. We’ll send you a link to a private Youtube video.
How often should we practice?
We recommend practicing at least once between videos, but daily is the best. If you find that you can’t practice between videos, you can save your videos for later and access them as you have time.
Will we interact with a teacher between videos?
All of your communication with your teacher will be via video and email. Any email communication you send to us will be answered on the day of your next scheduled video. No phone calls or in-person conversations are included in this plan. If you need in-person communication, please schedule an in-studio lesson or a live-streaming lesson.
What if we are having trouble learning from the video?
If you're having difficulty learning the steps from the videos, these things usually help
Pause the video after each piece of the step and work through each moment piece-by-piece
Watch the video (or step) at least 3 times without mimicking the movement
Ask your partner to watch you and compare what you’re doing to the video
Once you think you’ve gotten the movement, watch the entire tutorial again and see what you might need to improve upon.
What if we want more/different moves?
Since these videos are personalized for you, we welcome feedback! Let us know if there are moves that don’t quite feel like “you” or if there are elements you’re dying to include. Just keep in mind that learning movement takes time, and most moves won’t feel good when you first try them, so give them some time to incorporate into your body before making any final judgments!
Do we get to pick what moves we learn?
We’ll create moves and sequences that best fit you as a couple, your music and your desires; however, if you have a specific vision for the dance, we’ll try our best to speak to that vision. Since we’re making tutorials to suit your needs, if there are specific things you’d like to learn, just let us know!
How much space do we need?
Ideally, you’ll practice in a space that’s similar in size to your dance floor, but most people (especially those living in the city) do not have access to large spaces. So you might have to move some furniture around, but no space is ever really too small! Some students have found additional practice space at their gym, in their building’s party room, or on their patio.
Do we need special equipment?
No special equipment is necessary: just a solid internet connection and some time to focus. We recommend a screen larger than a cell phone to watch the videos, but it’s totally up to you. With a larger screen, you may be able to see details more easily, but if you watch you your phone, you have the option to view on the go: on your morning commute, in the waiting room, before you fall asleep. So really, anything that works for you is great!
Can I share these videos?
These videos are for your viewing solely. Only you and your partner are licensed to watch the videos.
How long will I have access?
Once you gain access to the videos and supplemental materials, you have access for the duration of your plan plus an entire month after the last video is sent.
What if I forget my moves after access ends?
Reach out to us to regain access to your videos. There is a small administrative fee of $19.99 per month to re-enter your video archive after your plan has ended.
Will you create full choreography for us?
We can definitely create full choreography. Given the detail and breadth of this challenge, we ask that couples working towards choreography commit to no less than 6 videos (either weekly or bi-weekly) to ensure enough time for learning material, reworking issues, and gaining feedback.