Don’t let fear of dancing stop you from having the wedding dance of your dreams!
Who Will Lead?
All couples between humans (no bots) are welcome to join me on the dance floor. It’s hard to find a life partner (after all there’s only a few billion people on the earth) and you are lucky enough to have found your partner in crime. So, let’s dance!
While it can be helpful to pick a leader before we start, truthfully, you can decide as we are dancing.
I’ve even had two brides switch mid routine, who would lead and who would follow. They both enjoyed “the big dip” and their guests loved their dance.
What If I Can’t Dance?
Most couples who come in for dance lessons don’t have dance experience. Even if your partner took “dance, tap, and ballet” growing up, performing with a group is a lot different than partner dancing. Look, if you:
– have no dance experience.
– haven’t picked a song.
– have no idea how to get your vision into your feet. Then I’m happy to help. No idea is too wacky.. So, if you’re looking for fun wedding dance lessons with a Down-to-Earth instructor, then let’s get started.
Who is it for?
Fun Loving Couples. You don’t need to have any rhythm or any dance experience. I don’t care how old you are because you’re never too old to learn to dance. Gender doesn’t matter. As long as you’ve agreed on a leader and a follower, then we can make magic. If you are a nice person then let’s connect.
Because loving to dance should last a lifetime.
How Much Does it Cost?
Numbers only reveal one part of the story. It is important that we both value each others time. My website answers most questions and a quick phone call or email usually takes care of the rest. The first lesson is $200 for In-Person and $75 for remote. This lesson will provide you with enough information to decide if we’re a good fit. Couples have enjoyed working with me not because I’m the cheapest but because I deliver 10 times the value they expect. There are plenty of studios offering $25 introductory specials ready to give you a $1,000 6 month contract.
Getting Started
First Lesson
To get started we’ll want to meet up to make sure we are a good match. You may book an Introductory lesson ($200 for In-Person and $75 for remote). If you decide to continue with a package, the payment made for the first lesson goes towards the total cost of the package.
If your Wedding is less than 14 days away you can book an Emergency Wedding Dance Lesson ($250).
In-Person lessons are only offered Friday- Sunday at this time. There are occasional weeknights. Want to check availability before booking? Just email me at romanticfirstdance@gmail.com
What to Expect
There are a lot of wedding dance services to choose from in New York City. My method is 2x as fast as the big studios. Things to know…
1) Rome wasn’t built in a day.
2) I’ll help you with your dance skills…
3) I welcome your most outrageous ideas…
4) I give homework…
5) I’m not On Demand, but I deliver for those who demand quality…
I’m a nice person and I like working with nice people. My schedule fills up fast (sorry, not sorry).
If your wedding is at least 14 days away…
3 Lessons Remote
This package includes:
1 Introductory Lesson
2 Private Lessons
Total Package Value $275
3 Lessons In-Person/ Hybrid
This package includes:
1 Introductory Lesson
2 Private Lessons (In-Person or Hybrid)
Private Dance Studio Space
Total Package Value $599
5 Lessons In-Person/ Hybrid
This package includes:
1 Introductory Lesson
4 Private Lessons (In-Person or Hybrid)
Private Dance Studio Space
Total Package Value $989
If your wedding is less than 15 days away…
Emergency Wedding Dance Lesson
This package includes:
1 90 minute dance lesson
Video using your device of the moves you can practice
20 minutes of access to me via phone or Zoom to answer questions about dance moves
Private Dance Studio Space
Total Package Value $250
3 Lessons Remote
This package includes:
1 Introductory Lesson
2 Private Lessons
Total Package Value $275
3 Lessons In-Person/ Hybrid
This package includes:
1 Introductory Lesson
2 Private Lessons (In-Person/ Hybrid)
Private Dance Studio Space
Total Package Value $599
Lessons In Studio
Private lessons with Rae are 100% Private. You don’t have to share the dance floor with other couples. You don’t have to wait your turn to play your song. It’s just us and we get right to work on day one. No surprise fees. The studio space is included in your lesson rate.
Studio locations are in Midtown Manhattan:
305 West 38th Street and 520 8th Avenue
Lessons In Home
** Available to Manhattan Residents**
Can’t get a babysitter, long commute, just can’t handle fighting to get on the subway? No problem. I’ll come to you. If your building has a workout room or you have a decent sized living room, then we can do the lesson at your place. In Home lessons available in Manhattan. No extra cost for In Home lessons.
Learn from the very best
Working hours
Lessons available Friday-Sunday
NYC Locations
Ripley Grier Studios- 305 West 38th Street
Phone:(646) 359-4082
Email: romanticfirstdance@gmail.com
Cancellations Policy
Refunds/ Cancellations/ Rescheduling/ Emergencies:
Services are non refundable. The first appointment provides all clients with an opportunity to get to know if I am a capable of helping them reach their dance goals.
Rescheduling request must be received no less than 48 hours before the appointment otherwise the appointment will be subject to a cancellation fee. Please note I understand last minute events happen, but non emergency cancellations (stuck in traffic, stuck at work) result in my being charged by the studio in addition to my turning down other clients.
Major Emergencies! There are 2 types of major emergencies. One involves the ER. If you experience a major emergency that affects your ability to continue dancing together please let me know and I’ll see what can be worked out.
