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SIGN UP NOW!Our wedding dance studio specializes in helping couples prepare for their first dance. We would love to help with yours! We tailor your wedding dance lessons to personalize your first dance to your unique style and goals. Whether it is a classic first dance or a choreographed show-stopper, with our help you will leave your guests in awe. We also offer father-daughter, mother-son, and mother-daughter dance lessons, as well as private group classes for wedding party dances.
We're proud to have won The Knot's Best of Weddings Award multiple times and to be inducted into The Knot's Hall of Fame! We support our wedding dance couples at every stage of their journey—from the first step to the final bow. Your private wedding dance instructor will create choreography tailored to your personality and vision, whether you want a dramatic, show-stopping performance or a romantically casual dance.
Your wedding day is the beginning of a beautiful new chapter, and your first dance should capture that magic. At Jersey City Ballroom, our wedding dance lessons help couples move with confidence, connection and joy. Whether you dream of a tender slow dance or a lively, choreographed routine, we'll ensure your first dance is a moment that you will never forget.
Our expertise spans a wide range of styles, from traditional Ballroom and Latin dances to first dances inspired by Broadway, hip hop, Bollywood and everything in between. Whatever your dream, we will help you bring it to life on the dance floor.
Amanda & Tyler
What a great experience! My new husband and I were fairly skeptical about taking dance lessons and doing a "formal" 1st dance at our wedding, but we could not be more pleased that we did. We wanted to keep our 1st dance authentic to who we are (without looking like fools), and Jersey City Ballroom helped us deliver on that goal! Dylan was our instructor and was truly phenomenal; he has the patience of a saint and the humor of a stand-up. We had so much fun during each lesson, and we ended up with a perfect 1st dance routine that…
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Valerie O.
If you're dreaming of a choregraphed first dance, Jersey City Ballroom is the place to go! Scheduling was a breeze with the help of the lovely Carla and our choreographer Dylan was an absolute joy to work with. His magnetic personality and amazing sense of humor made us look forward to our lessons every week. He created a fun routine that allowed us to dazzle our guests, making our wedding that much more epic. I was actually quite bummed at the end of our last lesson as I didn't want them to end. Hopefully I can…
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Starting your first dance lessons 6-8 months before your big day can make a huge difference. It will boost your confidence and help you feel relaxed which will show on the dance floor. Early preparation allows time to build muscle memory, making movements feel natural. With consistent practice, your body will instinctively know the choreography, letting you focus on enjoying the moment. Planning ahead also reduces stress, as it gives you time to handle other wedding details. Ultimately, starting early ensures confidence and a more memorable first dance.
Our professional dance instructors will help you develop the confidence and skills needed to wow your guests and make your first wedding dance a memory to last a lifetime. Take the first step with an Introductory Wedding Dance Lesson and Consultation ($35).
Kira D.
When people ask me about my favorite piece of wedding planning, I immediately smile and tell them it was our dance lessons. We took lessons with Emily in the weeks leading up to our wedding, when the stress levels of final planning and coordination, as well as stresses from our demanding careers were at an all time high. Emily was INCREDIBLY accommodating to the time slots my husband and I were available (usually on the later side during the week) and the second we got to the studio, I was able to let EVERYTHING roll out of my mind and relax. Our dance lessons were SO much fun and it was…
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Kevin C.
Professional, Patient, and Perfect Partners. Just a few words that to describe our experience with the Jersey City Ballroom. My husband and I wanted to kick off our wedding reception with a dance routine that would be memorable for both us and our guests. Our instructor Werner choreographed and coached us through two different styles that were both fun and challenging to learn. The entire team at Jersey City Ballroom was supportive and positive throughout our lessons and helped us overcome the fear of making mistakes. As a non-dancer, I was impressed how we quickly we were able to…
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When you take wedding dance lessons at Jersey City Ballroom, you'll enjoy:
We can also help you create meaningful father-daughter, mother-son, or family dances for those special wedding-day moments.
We usually base the dance on the song that you have chosen. Many couples choose a song that is special to them, a song that reminds them of each other or a song that both enjoy. Depending on your song and the type of first dance you would like to have, we will create a dance that fits your style, your song and the start of your lives together.
Below are descriptions of the most popular dances with song samples, but we teach many other styles too! We can even combine different dances or songs for a truly memorable first dance. Contact us today for a wedding consultation and find out which dances go with your song!
When can we schedule Wedding Dance Lessons?
Wedding Dance Lessons are booked by appointment, we open until 10pm on weekdays and we also have weekend availability.
How many Wedding Dance Lessons will we need?
On average, a wedding dance can take anywhere from 5-10 lessons depending on each couple's dance experience, learning style and goals. Some of our students either need more work or unlock hidden talents and continue taking lessons to develop their skills.
When should we start our Wedding Dance Lessons?
Typically 3-6 months prior to your wedding date is a good time to start, although as early as possible is always best! Schedules usually get very busy closer to the wedding and starting earlier allows you to enjoy learning to dance with your fiance and, of course, it makes your dancing look and feel more natural and intuitive for your big day.
Do you offer Father/Daughter Dances or Mother/Son Dances?
We do it all! First dance, father-daughter/mother-son dances, wedding party dances. We have even done mother-daughter, father-son, and parents of the bride/groom dances, we are very open minded. :)
Are you LGBTQ+ friendly?
Absolutely! Our studio is a safe space. We believe that love is love and are here to support you in your dancing with your loved one.
What Types of Wedding Dance Lessons Are Available?
We can prepare you for a natural, romantic first dance or choreograph a dramatic dance routine tailored to your unique stlye. Either way we will guide you through easy steps and patterns so your first dance feels smooth, confident and authentic.
Get started on your wedding dance lessons with an introductory dance lesson. Contact us at dance@jerseycityballroom.com or 201-969-6260.