Ideally, starting lessons 6 months before your wedding date will allow you to learn more than just the wedding dance (you might even learn a few moves for the reception!). You can learn a handful of steps or an incredibly beautiful and choreographed routine. It all depends on how much time you give us to help you prepare for this special day. Talk to your teachers. Tell them what you're looking for, what your goals are, and how you plan to look that day.

For most people, the dad/daughter dance is a highly anticipated moment. For most fathers it can be a little nerve-wracking! At Arthur Murray Bondi, we do more than teach your dad the dance moves, we'll give him confidence so he can relax and focus on dancing his first dance!

Choosing a song that means something to you is obviously our top priority. But don't be afraid to compromise either. Some songs just don't work on the dance floor, especially if you're new and the music is designed for difficult dancing. Give your teachers the opportunity to give you their guidance and advice.

It's no good walking in and looking for a stunningly graceful waltz floating across the floor if the dance space you have at the reception is smaller than a walk-in shower! Find out in advance the dimensions of the floor, how the audience and guests will be seated, and whether the wedding dance will be filmed - all so that your teacher can choreograph your routine so that you don't end up facing a wall for all time!

Let's face it, men, we'll dress like a penguin for the day and not have to worry about our tie or pants getting caught under our heels! Our brides, on the other hand, have to worry about the wedding dress. So girls, have a private chat with your teacher and let him know what your dress is like; is it thin like an evening dress, is it short or long, is there a train? All of this will help your teacher choreograph your routine so you don't have additional stress during the day.

Heels, sandals, flip flops… whatever you want to wear throughout the day, you need to make sure you can dance in it. We usually recommend that you bring these shoes to every class, so you get used to wearing them.

Eventually, things start to click, you're learning the steps, dancing to a routine, and starting to imagine that day. Make sure you come to parties and groups and practice the steps you know. It will help you prepare for the wedding dance, when you are ready to let loose and dance together!

Increased self-confidence

Improved socialization

Relaxation

Exercise

Improved appearance

Feel comfortable during the father/daughter, mother/son or other dance

Self-improvement

Wedding party dance

Acquire more grace and balance

Overcome shyness

A sense of style

A release from tensions

A shared hobby or interest

A means of expression

Admiring others at your wedding reception or honeymoon

Many of our grooms have so much fun learning to dance as a couple that they continue to take lessons even after the big day. It's a great way to spend time together doing something you both have in common. You'll also become part of the Arthur Murray Bondi community - we organize dance nights and social events all year round, so you'll never be short of something fun to do!