The Father Daughter Dance

Did you know that one of the most nerve racking moments for the dad during the whole wedding process is the Father Daughter dance?

Many times dads and daughters don't even take the time to decide what song to use. All of a sudden the DJ calls the dad out to the dance floor and he has to make the best of it. Here are some tips to make the father daughter dance easy, fun and relaxing for both of you:

-Talk to your dad about a song before the reception. It is ok to choose a song together, perhaps a song you both liked growing up or let him give some song suggestions (he will already have a connection to his song picks and therefore give him confidence during the dance).

-Practice dancing to your song. Put your left hand on his right shoulder, his right hand will go around your back. Take a few steps side to side. It you want to learn this easy step and a turn or a box step, order a copy of the First Dance DVD (www.easyfirstdance.com) and watch it together at home (or send him a copy if you are not in the same city).

-Let your DJ know you want him to start playing the music before you get to the center of the dance floor (have him playing it as he announces you) so that will cut down the time spent dancing to the song.

-Plan an exit. There are three great endings on the DVD, but if you don't have a chance to see it, do a simple turn out and give him a big hug! The secret is you can do this halfway through the song or right at the end - whenever you are done. So, if you don't want to be out there for 4 full minutes, you can end when you are ready.

-Smile. Everyone is watching your face. Enjoy and have fun during this special father daughter moment!

Mara Williams
www.easyfirstdance.com