Wedding and first-dance lessons
A First Dance That Still Feels Like You.
Personal wedding-dance coaching shaped around your song, timeline, comfort, venue, and the kind of moment you want to share.
Natural and relaxed, lightly structured, or fully choreographed—the right plan depends on your date, your goals, and the time you can realistically practice.
Choose the feeling first
Your Dance Does Not Need to Look Like Anyone Else’s.
Some couples want to move comfortably and enjoy the moment. Others want musical structure, a memorable entrance, or complete choreography. Kye Rivers and Ann-Marie “Anna” Bakanov will help you choose the level of complexity that fits you.
Natural and Comfortable
Learn connection, timing, a reliable basic, turns, and a finish so you can dance without counting every second.
Lightly Structured
Create a clear beginning, several repeatable phrases, and an ending that works with your song.
Fully Choreographed
Build a detailed routine with musical moments, transitions, staging, and enough rehearsal to make it feel owned.
Share the Essentials
Wedding date, song or song status, desired feeling, experience, and any important entrances or exits.
Find Your Movement
Try foundational steps and connection so the plan reflects how you naturally move together.
Rehearse the Real Moment
Practice the routine, floor spacing, attire constraints, and recoveries until the dance feels dependable.
Built for the real moment
Practical Planning for Your First Dance.
The plan is shaped around the couple, the song, the room, and the amount of preparation time available.
Couple coaching
Your First Dance
- Song structure and timing discussion
- Entrance, floor placement, and exit
- Natural movement or custom choreography
- Safe, realistic dips only when appropriate
Rehearsal priorities
A Dance You Can Rely On
- Connection and comfortable movement
- Transitions and musical landmarks
- Venue, attire, and shoe considerations
- Recovery options if the moment changes
Wedding lesson pricing and timing are confirmed before you begin. The recommended number of lessons depends on the date, complexity, experience, and practice time—not a universal package.
View current lesson rates →Wedding lesson FAQ
Plan Without Guesswork.
When should we begin?
Earlier gives you more room to learn without pressure, but useful progress is possible on shorter timelines. Share your date and desired complexity so Kye or Anna can recommend a realistic plan.
Do we need to choose a song first?
No. If you have one, bring it. If not, you can still begin with movement, comfort, and a conversation about the feeling you want.
What should we bring to lessons?
Bring your song, any floor-size information, and—later in the process—shoes or attire that approximate what you will wear. Comfortable clothing is fine at the start.
Can you teach lifts or dips?
Simple, safe dips may be appropriate after in-person assessment. Risky lifts or acrobatics should never be attempted without qualified coaching and suitable rehearsal conditions.
Your song. Your people. Your moment.
Feel Present When the Music Starts.
Tell Kye and Anna your date, song, location, experience, and the kind of first dance you are imagining.