Bella and Andrei | First Dance Choreographers

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ALL THINGS FIRST DANCE⬇️ Hi! If we haven’t met, my name is Bella and I’ve been obsessed with crafting natural and stunning first dances for 8 years now! 🥰 This biggest thing to know about my style is that I’m very anti complex ballroom choreography and very pro attentiveness to the nuances of learning to dance in the wedding space - including wearing a wedding dress, beginner levels, different style preferences, and a shorter amount of time to learn. If you love this choreo and want to have it for your first dance or you’d like to see my other options - comment “romance” and I’ll dm you to chat! #firstdance #firstdancelessons #weddingdance #weddingdancelessons #firstdanceinspo
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ALL THINGS FIRST DANCE⬇️ Hi! If we haven’t met, my name is Bella and I’ve been obsessed with crafting natural and stunning first dances for 8 years now! 🥰 This biggest thing to know about my style is that I’m very anti complex ballroom choreography and very pro attentiveness to the nuances of learning to dance in the wedding space - including wearing a wedding dress, beginner levels, different style preferences, and a shorter amount of time to learn. If you love this choreo and want to have it for your first dance or you’d like to see my other options - comment “romance” and I’ll dm you! #firstdance #firstdancelessons #weddingdance #weddingdancelessons #firstdanceinspo
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Save this - your first dance crash course ⬇️ Most couples think looking good on the dance floor is about memorizing the right steps. It isn’t. It’s about understanding why certain things work, so your body can relax into them instead of fighting to recall them. Here’s what actually makes the difference: 1️⃣ Footwork: When your feet know where to go, the panic leaves your face. That’s the trade. 2️⃣ Frame: This is the physical conversation between you two. Get it right and the room can feel your connection from the back of the venue. 3️⃣ Staggered timing: The one detail that makes a beginner couple look like they’ve been doing this for years. 4️⃣ Proximity: Closeness creates chemistry. Chemistry makes people cry. That’s really the whole thing. None of this takes natural talent. It takes a teacher who knows how to build it specifically for you, your song, your dress, your timeline, your comfort level. That’s exactly what every one of our instructors does, in every lesson, for every couple. Comment “ROMANCE” and I’ll connect you with one of ours. 👇 #firstdance #weddingdancelessons #firstdancechoreography #weddingtips
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2 months ago
First dance photo secrets ⬇️ Save this before your next lesson. 💌 Your photographer is going to be two feet away from you during your first dance. Most couples don’t think about what that’s going to look like until they see the gallery. The difference between an awkward photo and a stunning one almost always comes down to your arms and your distance: → Soften your arms and elbow, stiff arms photograph stiff → Keep your arm at a 90° angle and spin under that arc, not away from it → Stay closer together, distance raises your shoulders, makes you look tense, and risks putting one of you out of frame entirely This is the kind of detail our instructors build into every routine intentionally. The booty-lift shot, the dip, the spin freeze at the bridge of the song, all choreographed specifically so your photographer has something stunning to capture. It’s not just a dance. It’s the content your photographer and videographer were hired to get. We make sure they get it. Comment “ROMANCE” and I’ll connect you with a first dance instructor in your city. 💍 #firstdance #weddingphotography #firstdancechoreography #bridetobe
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WAYS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FIRST DANCE⬇️ 1: YOUTUBE BASIC BALLROOM STEPS 💻 ideal for: the couple who just doesn’t want to look like they’re huh and swaying it out at prom! ✅ Pros Free! Easy to do at home Simple and quick 2: ONLINE CLASSES 🤩 ideal for: the couple who wants more in-depth instruction and a bit more pizzazz, but likes the at-home feel ✅ Pros Also comfy to do at home Wider choice - can choose a course for your specific song On your own time/pace 3: IN-PERSON CLASSES 💃 ideal for: the couple in need of a break, who have a vision for their dance, and want to make their dance match the rest of their special day ✅ Pros Have a date night out during the planning season Have a dance crafted to your vision, song, story Have outside eyes on the look/feel If you’re interested in booking with us for wedding dance lessons, comment the word “romance” and we will dm you with all the info and important links! 🫶🏼 We do it all: Pre-made budget-friendly courses In person lessons (NYC, ATL, CHI, NYC) Virtual lessons Personalized first dance ecourses #nycwedding #nycweddings #atlantaweddings #firstdanceashusbandandwife #firstdanceclass
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2 months ago
Here’s the ONE thing that’s helping grooms who hate dancing look stunning at their wedding... ✨ Personalization ✨ Let me explain ↓ but p.s. before you dive in ✅ Comment “romance” and I’ll send you details on our process! Most people think you need to be a dancer to have a beautiful first dance. You don’t. You need a teacher who actually understands you and your personality, your song, your two left feet, your tux that won’t let you move, and the fact that you have approximately 6 weeks to learn this. That’s what we do differently. Our teachers are trained specifically for weddings, not just dance. They know how to work with short timelines, restrictive attire, nervous grooms, and couples with zero dance experience. Your job as a couple is to: 1️⃣ Show up 2️⃣ Trust the process 3️⃣ Let us handle the rest This is just ONE small piece of what makes a first dance feel natural and stunning. ✅ Comment “romance” and I’ll send you the link to get started :) 📍 In-person lessons in Atlanta, NYC, Nashville, Chicago, Columbus & the DMV or virtually anywhere via Zoom ⭐ 230 five-star reviews on The Knot #firstdance #weddingdance #groom #firstdancelesson #weddingplanning
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We would love to help you out with your first dance! ⬇️ We service in-person in Atlanta, NYC, Chicago, Nashville, the DMV area, LA, and Columbus Ohio! All other clients we serve virtually! Comment “romance” and we’ll dm you more info 💛 #firstdance #firstdancelessons #weddingdance #weddingdancelessons #firstdanceinspo
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You wouldn’t pick a “template” wedding dress or a “generic” venue... so why settle for a YouTube-tutorial first dance? 🥂 There’s a massive difference between “learning steps” and creating a moment that actually feels like you. When you step onto the floor for the first time as a married couple, you shouldn’t be thinking about footwork, you should be thinking about each other. Our in-person and Zoom lessons aren’t about cookie-cutter routines. We dive deep into: ✨ Your Song: Mapping moves to the specific crescendos of the music you love. ✨ Your Story: Matching the choreography to your unique energy (whether that’s romantic, playful, or high-energy). ✨ Your Ability: Building a dance that makes you feel confident and comfortable, not stiff or rehearsed. It’s about taking those 3 minutes of your wedding day and turning them into a core memory that’s as personalized as your vows. Ready to trade the “middle school sway” for something unforgettable? 👇 Comment “ROMANCE” below and I’ll DM you the details on how we can start crafting your perfect first dance. #firstdance #weddingdance #nycwedding #firstdancelessons #weddingdancelessons
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QUICK FIRST DANCE TIPS⬇️ 1: have an intro! 🤩 it can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like, but having a little intro to get you on the floor and cover those beginning instrumentals 🎶 can help set the tone and calm your nerves! 🥰 2: practice your dip! 🫶🏼 whether you’re dipping for your kiss 😘 as you exit down the aisle or during your dance 💃 feeling confident in HOW you’re going to dip is key! kiss in the dip? leg on the ground or up? what depth are you comfortable with? 3: schedule a lesson with us! ☺️ even with just one lesson it’s possible to ease those first dance nerves (Or so fifteen and prep for your DWTS audition after the wedding 😉) If you’re interested in booking with us for wedding dance lessons, comment the word “romance” and we will dm you with all the info and important links! 🫶🏼 We do it all: Pre-made budget-friendly courses In person lessons (NYC, ATL, CHI, NYC) Virtual lessons Personalized first dance ecourses #nycwedding #nycweddings #atlantaweddings #firstdanceashusbandandwife #firstdanceclass
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2 months ago
QUICK FIRST DANCE TIPS⬇️ 1: have an intro! 🤩 it can be as simple or elaborate as you’d like, but having a little intro to get you on the floor and cover those beginning instrumentals 🎶 can help set the tone and calm your nerves! 🥰 2: practice your dip! 🫶🏼 whether you’re dipping for your kiss 😘 as you exit down the aisle or during your dance 💃 feeling confident in HOW you’re going to dip is key! kiss in the dip? leg on the ground or up? what depth are you comfortable with? 3: schedule a lesson with us! ☺️ even with just one lesson it’s possible to ease those first dance nerves (Or so fifteen and prep for your DWTS audition after the wedding 😉) If you’re interested in booking with us for wedding dance lessons, comment the word “romance” and we will dm you with all the info and important links! 🫶🏼 We do it all: Pre-made budget-friendly courses In person lessons (NYC, ATL, CHI, NYC) Virtual lessons Personalized first dance ecourses #nycwedding #nycweddings #atlantaweddings #firstdanceashusbandandwife #firstdanceclass
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A BIT OF FIRST DANCE PREP GIVES YOU⬇️ 1: a much needed date night amidst the stress of planning🥰 wedding dance lessons - whether at home or in a studio should be full of laughter, smiles, and memories make a full night out of it - go get some dinner and cocktails before your lesson and a little dessert after on a Th/F night! 2: CONFIDENCE about your first dance 🤩 unfortunately, some first dance choreography has gotten a bad rap because it looks clunky, stressful, and like the couple is thinking too hard with the right instruction, your choreography should look natural, match your personalities, and be EASY! we want you to have FOND memories of your dance, not let it be a blur because you were thinking so hard about your steps 3: the most unique and stunning photos 🥲 it’s a double whammy investment - invest in your first dance and your photographer and videographer investment will double on returns, too! because we’ll make sure that dip is PERFECT and those spins create mantel-worthy photos! If you’re interested in booking with us for wedding dance lessons, comment the word “romance” and we will dm you with all the info and important links! 🫶🏼 We do it all: Pre-made budget-friendly courses In person lessons (NYC, ATL, CHI, NYC) Virtual lessons Personalized first dance ecourses #nycwedding #nycweddings #atlantaweddings #firstdanceashusbandandwife #firstdanceclass
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WAYS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FIRST DANCE⬇️ 1: YOUTUBE BASIC BALLROOM STEPS 💻 ideal for: the couple who just doesn’t want to look like they’re huh and swaying it out at prom! ✅ Pros Free! Easy to do at home Simple and quick 2: ONLINE CLASSES 🤩 ideal for: the couple who wants more in-depth instruction and a bit more pizzazz, but likes the at-home feel ✅ Pros Also comfy to do at home Wider choice - can choose a course for your specific song On your own time/pace 3: IN-PERSON CLASSES 💃 ideal for: the couple in need of a break, who have a vision for their dance, and want to make their dance match the rest of their special day ✅ Pros Have a date night out during the planning season Have a dance crafted to your vision, song, story Have outside eyes on the look/feel If you’re interested in booking with us for wedding dance lessons, comment the word “romance” and we will dm you with all the info and important links! 🫶🏼 We do it all: Pre-made budget-friendly courses In person lessons (NYC, ATL, CHI, NYC) Virtual lessons Personalized first dance ecourses #nycwedding #nycweddings #atlantaweddings #firstdanceashusbandandwife #firstdanceclass
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