FATHER DAUGHTER WEDDING DANCE

The Father and Daughter dance at weddings

Widely considered to be an American tradition, Father Daughter wedding dances are becoming more popular in the UK. For any Dad, his daughters wedding day is an emotional occasion and the sentiment of walking his daughter down the aisle can be difficult. Although it's lovely, it is a little sad for a Dad to 'give away' the little girl he raised. 

Celebrating a fathers role on his daughters wedding day with a special dance is a fabulous way for the bride to show everyone how special her Daddy is and vice versa. The dance is an expression of their relationship, to show love, appreciation and to create a fond memory. A brides wedding day is about the commitment to the new man in her life but that in turn marks the end of the previous era where the most important man in her life was her father, so to stand up and share a dance together marks the occasion with beauty and grace. 

As the dance is sentimental it is usually slow, so ballads are typically chosen. However, there are no rules and any song can be danced to. It's especially nice if the song has a special significance to the bride and her father, maybe one they enjoyed from her childhood.

It's really important that both father and daughter are comfortable with the song and style of dance, so they feel at ease dancing in front of all the wedding guests. It's perfectly normally for Dads to feel self conscious, especially if they haven't danced formally in public since their own wedding day. 

Choosing the perfect Father Daughter wedding dance song can be difficult, as there is so much choice. Here are a few suggestions: 

Dance With My Father, Luther Vandross

I Love You, I Do - Jennifer Hudson
My Girl, The Temptations
Butterfly Kisses, Bob Carlisle
Isn't She Lovely, Stevie Wonder

Wedding Day Dance UK provide private dance lessons in all UK locations and the lessons are perfect for beginners, as no experience is required. They have over 300 qualified dance teachers across the nation and lessons are scheduled for dates and times that suit you, so evenings, day times, week days and weekends are all available. For your convenience they will even teach you in the comfort of your own home, or another location of your choice. 

You will learn the basics of dancing together and a dance routine choreographed to match your ability and song. For those who don't want to learn a choreographed dance, general father daughter dance lessons are also available.