Testimonials

Liz and John

“We cannot thank The First Dance and Kiana enough for helping create the best first dance we could have ever imagined. Kiana made learning our first dance fun and we couldn’t have done it without her!

Thanks to The First Dance, we have a first dance that our guests continue to rave about and memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you so much!!”

Darius & Ryan

“Dear Cindy,

We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your guidance and expertise in helping us prepare for our first dance at our wedding. Your patience, skill, and dedication made the entire experience enjoyable and memorable.

Thanks to your choreography and instruction, we felt confident and at ease during our dance. Your attention to detail and ability to tailor the routine to our abilities and preferences were exceptional.

You truly helped us create a beautiful and unforgettable moment on our special day. We are so grateful for your professionalism, talent, and passion for dance. Your commitment to ensuring our first dance was a success is truly appreciated.

Thank you for sharing your expertise with us and for helping us create memories that will last a lifetime.

With sincere thanks,

Darius and Ryan”

Mike and Courtney

“Our experience with The First Dance was first class all the way.

We obtained their services to help in our Daddy/Daughter dance at my daughter’s wedding in Jamaica.

They were very professional and answered our questions in a timely manner.

Our dance instructor Kiana was great to work with. Professional and very patient especially to an old man with limited dance skills.

Overall I would highly recommend The First Dance for your next event.”

Vicky and Zibby

“We took lessons with The First Dance for our father-daughter dance, and they absolutely nailed it. My dad and I had a bit of dance experience, so we wanted to start slow and then break into a fun cha cha with some lifts and tricks.

We had an absolute blast. Every lesson was something we looked forward to, and the choreography came together perfectly. The crowd loved it, and so did we. If you’re thinking about doing something memorable for your wedding, this is 100% the way to go.”

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NHL Player Patrik Laine and Jordan Leigh Laine

“We’ve had an amazing time with Jaki and she’s been such a great teacher. Recommending this place for everyone!”

Jonathen & Anna

“We couldn’t have asked for a better experience than what we had with Alex and The First Dance team! From the moment we met Alex, his professionalism, passion, and dedication to making our first dance perfect were evident. He took the time to understand our vision and made us feel completely comfortable, even though we had no prior dance experience.

Alex’s patience and ability to break down the complexities of each step were incredible. He crafted a beautiful routine that felt unique to us and fit our personalities perfectly. He turned what could have been a stressful part of wedding planning into a fun and memorable date night experience. Each session felt less like a lesson and more like an enjoyable journey towards our special day.

Thanks to Alex, we felt confident and excited to showcase our dance, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our wedding! His expertise, coupled with his friendly and supportive approach, made the whole process truly enjoyable. We highly recommend The First Dance to any couple looking to make their wedding day even more special. Thank you, Alex, for helping us create a moment we will cherish forever!”

Hayden & Maddy

“We had the pleasure of working with Alex for our first dance. He made it an amazing experience that was so much fun. We were looking for just a few steps to keep our minds off of everyone staring at us during our first dance, but Alex far surpassed our expectations by putting together a beautiful routine that was both easy to learn and looked spectacular. We got tons of compliments from our guests on the dance, and it put everyone in a good mood and ready to get on the dance floor. Alex was completely professional and open to changes if we were not comfortable with certain moves and transitioned the routine flawlessly. We had so much fun learning and rehearsing our dance with him! If you are unsure about getting lessons for your first dance or think that it may be a waste of money, we would strongly encourage you to sign up with The First Dance. It made the night feel even more special and appeared to bring up the mood of all of our guests for the rest of the night. We would definitely recommend The First Dance for anyone getting married and looking to bring their wedding day to the next level!”

Nolan & Charlene

“We met with Alex in 2019 to prepare our wedding dance. Lessons with Alex are engaging, fun and enjoyable. We love the way Alex inspires us to move forward in our dancing classes. He is an excellent teacher who went above and beyond to ensure that we were well-prepared for our first dance. He never hesitates to give feedback to us and we feel so lucky to have had him as part of our wedding journey.”

Myriam & Max

“We worked with Andrew in order to plan our “first dance” at our wedding and we thoroughly enjoyed the experience. He is very creative, knowledgeable and fun to be with. The dance he choreographed for us was perfectly in line with what we were looking for. Having never taken couples dance lessons before, he was very patient with us and adapted his teaching methods to our ability level. In the end, our wedding dance turned out to be a great success and our guests loved it. We highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking for professional help in preparing a dance performance for a special occasion. You won’t be disappointed!”

Jordan & Michelle

“We purchased the “Silver Package” with Christine and not only was it a fun and enjoyable experience but it saved a large portion of our stress. We had absolutely no dance experience and had no idea what we were doing. Within the 6 lessons, Christine made us feel so confident and taught us things that we can carry on to any dance floor. We highly recommend Christine and The First Dance. You may not even know how helpful it is until you walk out on to that dance floor. It was such a game changer. We are so grateful, and will forever be able to hang on to those amazing memories.”

Joel & Katie

“Andrew’s classes were hands down the most fun we had during wedding planning! They were such a great way to take stress off of wedding craziness while also growing closer as a couple. The choreography matched our vision perfectly and Andrew was so creative in coming up with the routine; we mixed up two very different songs and he blended them together so well. If you’re on the fence about taking lessons, this is your sign to do it. It was one of the memories we cherish the most from our wedding day. We couldn’t recommend Andrew and this experience more.”

Nicole & Joe

“My husband Joe and I had such a blast at The First Dance. Wedding dance lessons turned out to be a total game-changer. Our wedding dance was beyond perfect, and we 100% are recommending The First Dance to all couples gearing up for their big day. Last year, we decided to spice things up with some wedding dance lessons and it was so worth it! Alex made the whole process a breeze. With ease, he choreographed the whole dance and every movement went perfectly with the music. It not only wowed us and the audience but it also felt surprisingly easy for us! What made it very special was the easy going atmosphere and trust we built with Alex. His personal touch and teaching skills made our dance lessons not only successful but extremely fun. Thank you Alex and The First Dance for turning our wedding dance into a memory we’ll cherish forever.”

Nick & Maddison

“We had the pleasure of being paired with Alex. He was such a fantastic instructor. His kindness, talent, and guidance made all of our lessons truly enjoyable. It was our first time formally dancing, and Alex went out of his way to ensure we felt comfortable every step of the way. Nick was surprised how much he actually really enjoyed the lessons. Thanks to Alex, our First Dance turned out amazing! We can’t express how amazing the experience was. We wholeheartedly recommend The First Dance, for the first-class instruction that made our dance journey unforgettable.”

Rei & Joaquim

“We couldn’t have asked for a better experience than what we had with Alex and The First Dance team! From the moment we met Alex, his professionalism, passion, and dedication to making our first dance perfect were evident. He took the time to understand our vision and made us feel completely comfortable, even though we had no prior dance experience.

Alex’s patience and ability to break down the complexities of each step were incredible. He crafted a beautiful routine that felt unique to us and fit our personalities perfectly. He turned what could have been a stressful part of wedding planning into a fun and memorable date night experience. Each session felt less like a lesson and more like an enjoyable journey towards our special day.

Thanks to Alex, we felt confident and excited to showcase our dance, and it ended up being one of the highlights of our wedding! His expertise, coupled with his friendly and supportive approach, made the whole process truly enjoyable. We highly recommend The First Dance to any couple looking to make their wedding day even more special. Thank you, Alex, for helping us create a moment we will cherish forever!”

Mark and Nicole

“My wife and I took lesson with Elise and are very happy we did! Every lesson was filled with excitement and a good amount of challenge.

Elise taught us the steps we needed for our first dance as well as the timing between every move! After providing Elise our song choice, she knew exactly how to sequence our dance and she provided a few WOW moves that we both felt comfortable performing.

I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Elise to any couple that wants to feel confident on their big day!”

Daria and Pat

“We can’t say enough good things about our experience with Elise! My partner and I are definitely not natural dancers, and we were pretty nervous about our first dance. From the very first lesson, Elise made us feel comfortable and confident. She was incredibly patient, encouraging, and made the whole process fun—even for two beginners with two left feet!

Elise helped us choreograph a dance that felt natural and personal to us, and on the big day, we felt proud and totally at ease. It ended up being one of our favorite moments of the wedding!

We’ve already recommended Elise to a few of our friends who are getting married this year, and we’ll continue to sing her praises to anyone looking for a first dance instructor. She’s truly amazing at what she does!”

Chrissy and Chad

“My husband and I took lessons for a surprise dance for our daughter’s wedding. We had so much fun learning the dance and keeping it a surprise!

I had some of my own ideas and Cindy worked them in no problem.

Cindy was great to work with and we would 100 percent recommend them if you are looking to take lessons for a special day.

We thank you very much for helping us make this happen for us.”

Chris and Sabrina

“The First Dance was honestly the best part of our wedding planning.
We can’t even put into words how incredible the whole experience was. They helped us create our dream wedding dance and made everything so simple, from the first message to the day of the wedding.

The lessons gave us something special during all the planning stress. It was time just for us. We laughed, had fun, and got to connect in a way that felt like a little date night each week.

We went with the Gold Package and felt totally ready, but honestly, we wish we had taken even more lessons just to keep the fun going.

Five stars. Don’t look anywhere else. The First Dance is a must.”

Melissa and Klever

“We cannot thank Elise enough for the incredible experience she gave us in preparing for our wedding dance. From the very first lesson, she made us feel comfortable, confident, and truly excited to learn. Elise brought just the right balance of professionalism, patience, and fun — she met us where we were and helped us create a dance that felt authentic, elegant, and completely “us.”

Not only did she choreograph something beautiful, but she also made the process so enjoyable that our weekly lessons became a highlight during the busy months of wedding planning. On our big day, we felt proud and connected during our dance — and our guests absolutely loved it!

We are so grateful for Elise’s guidance and would wholeheartedly recommend her to any couple looking to create something meaningful and memorable.”

John and Janelle

“We can’t thank Andrew at The First Dance Calgary enough for helping us create a first dance we’ll never forget! All we had to do was give him our song—he choreographed the rest. You can immediately tell he’s worked with a wide range of clients, from total beginners (like us!) to those with competitive dance goals. We had zero dance experience and not much time outside of our lessons to practice, but Andrew designed a routine that was just right—not too long, not too short—with a perfect mix of simple steps and a few wow-factor moments that really impressed our guests. He made the whole experience fun, low-stress, and totally tailored to us. Highly recommend Andrew to any couple looking to feel confident and look amazing on the dance floor!”

Brandon and Andrea

“Alex and the team at The First Dance were incredible.

We took 10 lessons and had such a great time every single week. The vibe was always fun and relaxed, and we felt completely supported the whole way through.

They took care of everything; from helping us choose our first dance song, to cutting the music, creating the choreography, and giving us so many helpful tips and resources to practice on our own. They made sure everything felt smooth and natural by the time the wedding day came.

Brandon was actually surprised by how much he enjoyed the lessons. It became something we both looked forward to and really loved doing together.

Highly recommend The First Dance to any couple. You’ll be so glad you did.”

Gerry and Zana

“My wife and I are not dancers by any stretch, but we knew we wanted to feel confident and create something special for our first dance.

Cindy at The First Dance made that possible—and so much more. She choreographed a beautiful routine that we were able to learn and perform with confidence on our wedding day. What we thought would be a nerve-wracking experience turned into one of the highlights of our wedding prep.

Cindy’s calm, encouraging, and fun approach had us looking forward to each lesson. She made us feel like naturals, and our first dance was absolutely perfect. We can’t recommend The First Dance enough!”

JT and Nashel

“We’re so grateful to Alex for helping us prepare for our first dance. With no dance background at all, we were nervous going in, but he made everything feel easy and enjoyable from the start. Alex was friendly, professional, and great to work with, which made each lesson something we looked forward to. In just five lessons, we ended up with an adorable choreographed routine that wowed our guests. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience or a better instructor.”

Yves Deloria

“Jaki is an incredible dance instructor whose talent and attention to detail make her stand out even through the virtual realm making her zoom dance lessons an exceptional experience. Despite the distance, her ability to teach our dance routine with precision and attention to detail is unparalleled. Through the screen, she effortlessly breaks down each step, providing clear instructions and demonstrations that make it feel like she is right there in the room with us. Jaki’s adeptness at teaching long distance is a testament to her expertise and passion. Despite the challenges of virtual learning, her enthusiasm and commitment to her students never waver. Though we are not finished with our lessons yet, we’re already eager to recommend Jaki to others. Her expertise and patience and ability to connect with her students make each lessons enjoyable and productive. We can’t wait to continue our journey and complete our dance routine under Jaki’s guidance. If you are looking for an exceptional dance instructor, look no further than Jaki.”

Tiffany & Gino

“We had a wonderful experience with Elise for our first dance choreography and lessons. Elise was very patient. We really appreciated her attention to good foundational technique which made us feel confident in our skills to execute our dance on our wedding day. We were super happy about how our dance turned out and received many compliments from our guests. Thank you!”

Anthony Hart

“Had a great experience with The First Dance and my instructor, Alex. Since I was short on time before the wedding, I opted for online lessons and only did two sessions, starting about a week before the big day. I wanted something minimal and natural—nothing overly choreographed—and Alex delivered exactly that.

At first, I thought taking lessons alone might be awkward, but it was actually super smooth and even fun. The best part was surprising my wife, Emma, on the dance floor. She’s a dancer herself, and the moment we started dancing together was priceless—something I’ll cherish forever. Alex really started something special for us, and now I’m even planning to take my wife square dancing.

Highly recommend The First Dance for anyone looking for a simple, stress-free, and meaningful first dance experience!”

Alejandro & Suzana

“Elise was so amazing! We came to her for our wedding first dance and she taught us everything we needed to know about dancing and she came up with a beautiful Waltz-Bachata choreography. She was so fun, charismatic and patient and she made us look forward to each lesson.”