ALT-1 Easy first Dance Steps for the Groom to know
The Foxtrot. The Waltz. The Tango, Paso-doble and Salsa. Dances and footwork and dips, oh my! Never fear, grooms, your dance instructor is here!
Okay, the truth is, I am not a dance instructor, but I am a husband who made it through that first dance with no problem. How did I do it? Simple: I learned the Viennese Waltz, and so did my wife. Read on for what to do for those first dance steps.
First, make a plan to take a dance class with your beloved. Trust me, this is a good idea. You will become closer and will become even more comfortable together.
Now, on to the dance. You want to do the Viennese Waltz. Why not the regular waltz? Because the Viennese version allows you to bob somewhat with the beat of the music, thus helping you to keep time and stay on the right step. The Viennese Waltz is smooth and flowing, and you also get to have fun with turns. Here is how it works:
The groom will take the bride's right hand in his left. He will hook his hand just behind her left armpit and hold her tightly, while her left hand is on his right shoulder. The groom should hold the bride tightly and the bride should push a little in order to create a nice tension in that hold. This way, the groom will be able to lead the dance better. Also, the groom's right arm should not droop down, but should rather be held up with the elbow turned out somewhat.
Next, my dance instructor had the groom's left foot step forward first, with the bride stepping back with her right foot. This was a quick step, with the next foot doing another quick step. Then, on that third step, the groom's left foot slides a little slower in and the couple should execute a third turn.
Then repeat! With some practice, you can do this with no problem on that important first dance.
