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Slow wedding dance choreography
BRIDAL WALTZ DANCE LESSONS
About the Classic dance style
As a traditional style, Classic is by far one of the most popular choices for the first wedding dance. Based on the foxtrot ballroom dance style, the Classic genre gives you a smooth, flowing dance characterised by long, continuous movements. The easy, slow dance moves are some of the most romantic for a wedding reception. It’s a perfect choice for a beautiful bride and groom dance.
Song inspiration for your Classic wedding dance:
- John Legend – All of Me
- Ed Sheeran – Perfect
- Sam Smith – Latch (Acoustic)
- Michael Buble – Everything
- Billy Joel – Just the Way You Are

Why choose a Classic slow wedding dance?

Elegance
There’s an undeniable elegance to the classic slow dance that aligns perfectly with the formal atmosphere of most weddings. The graceful movements and gentle rhythm add a touch of sophistication to the celebration.

Romance and Intimacy
Couples slow dancing is inherently romantic, offering a chance to enjoy an intimate moment together amidst the whirlwind of their wedding day. The gentle sway and close proximity allow them to connect emotionally, creating a tender memory they’ll cherish forever.

Musicality
Choosing a song for the first dance is a deeply personal decision. Often, classic love songs with slower tempos lend themselves well to this moment, offering meaningful lyrics that resonate with the couple’s relationship. A slow dance song allows you to tune in together and sense the meaning of the moment in the music.

Universality
The image of a couple slow dancing at their wedding is universally recognised and celebrated, cutting across cultures and generations. The whole thing is a moment that everyone, from wedding guests to distant relatives viewing pictures afterwards, can appreciate and understand.

Tradition
For many couples, adhering to tradition is a significant aspect of their wedding. A classic slow dance as the first dance is a time-honoured tradition that honours the past while celebrating the beginning of a new chapter.

Simplicity
Wedding planning can be overwhelmingly complex, and not every couple feels the need to add a meticulously choreographed dance into the mix. Basic slow dance steps are easy to learn (even if you’re not a dancer and have two left feet).
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A classic slow dance is simple yet elegant, requiring minimal preparation while still delivering an unforgettable experience.
Not every couple is confident on the dance floor, and a classic slow dance is an accessible option that anyone can feel comfortable performing – even your wedding party! It’s less about complex footwork and more about the moment shared between two people.
Want to learn how to slow dance at a wedding? Our online bridal waltz dance lessons are fun and flexible.
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Top tips for learning your Classic wedding first dance online

Take your time
There’s no rush to get through the videos. Work through them at your own pace and move on to the next chapter in the series once you feel comfortable and ready. Remember that you can fast-forward, rewind and re-watch the videos as many times as you need to throughout the course.

Divide and conquer
It doesn’t always take two to tango. If you find yourselves struggling to find time to rehearse together, or one of you needs a little more practice than the other, try working through the chapters separately and then coming together later to polish and refine the routine. The more confident you each feel, the better the final performance will be!

The dance floor is fun!
Learning your beautiful wedding dance choreography isn’t a competition – unless that’s your thing! Remember that you’re doing this as something to enjoy together, to show to your friends and family, and to create beautiful lasting memories. There’s no need to take things too seriously!
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Frequently asked questions
We currently offer each wedding dance lesson in four different dance genres to cover a wide variety of tastes and music styles:
Of course! If you want to learn even more moves to give your first dance a real wow factor, you can purchase two, three or even all four genres. You’ll even benefit from a multi-buy discount!
Each dance genre follows the same format, offering unique dance moves for your chosen style. The training is split into four lessons:
- Lesson 1: Introduction
- Lesson 2: Foundational moves
- Lesson 3: Show-stopping moves
- Lesson 4: Poses and transitions
You’ll also get a bonus feature to get your crowd extra excited on the night (and to calm your nerves!) and a surprise to show you how it all comes together.
We provide everything you need to prepare to perform! From the basics to easy but impressive, show-stopping wedding dance tricks. With Boxed Steps, even beginners can create a beautiful first dance.
The first time you watch the videos, we definitely recommend watching them in order. The introduction and foundational moves will give you a solid base for learning more intricate moves later on. You can move on to the next video whenever you feel ready and recap previous content whenever you like. It can be a really stress–free and enjoyable way to learn.
Boxed Steps is designed to teach you the foundational moves, poses, transitions and show-stopping moves of your chosen genre so you and your partner can create your own personal choreographed routine. But you’re not on your own! We’ll show you each choreography step and even how to link moves together so your routine flows, and there will be plenty of sequences you can borrow or adapt for your own wedding dance.
Your special day is extremely personal, so you can choose whatever song you and your partner want for your first dance. Our training sessions are designed to give you the skills and moves you need to put together your own routine, which you can match perfectly to your chosen song. For each genre, we’ve put together some of our fave tracks to give you a little inspiration.
Yes, Boxed Steps begins with a three month minimum subscription 2-week free trial! However, if you need longer to learn your moves, your subscription conveniently remains active until you’re ready to cancel it.
Once you’ve purchased your chosen genre(s), you’ll receive an email instructing you on how to set up your Boxed Step account. Whenever you’re ready to train, simply log in and all your videos will be there waiting for you.
No. You only need one account, which you can both use whenever you like. This means you can train separately when you have free time.
You can access your videos on your phone, tablet or computer – pretty much anything that connects to the internet! This makes it easy and convenient to train or refresh your memory wherever you are, and whenever you feel inspired to practise.
You can only access your videos through your Boxed Steps account and will need an internet connection to view them.
Get in touch and we’ll be happy to answer any questions you may have.
Not your style?
If the Classic dance style isn’t for you, or you want to mix and match across multiple genres (and enjoy a multi-buy discount), check out our other courses.

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‘I do’ isn’t always the answer you’re looking for. If you’ve got any questions about our online wedding dance tutorials, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.