First dance lessons in Montreal Everyone is watching. You only see each other First dance lessons in Montreal, built on your song
Free 15-minute call. Tell us your date and your song; we'll suggest where to start.
- Your own song?
- Yes. Any song you pick, and we trim it to the length you want.
- How long to learn it?
- Start 2 to 6 months out. 8 lessons for a clean first dance, 15 for dips and turns, 20+ for a show.
One song, one routine, one calm entrance. We build your first dance around your music and your comfort, then rehearse it until you stop counting steps.
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- Alina
- Every lesson
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- Your language
- Your song
- Any song
Before you book
Two left feet are welcome
Most couples arrive nervous, and one of you would often rather skip it. That is normal. We start from where you are and build something that looks like you.
One of you dislikes dancing
We keep the routine simple where it needs to be and give the showy moments to the partner who wants them. You both finish confident.
You are not sure of the song
Bring two or three, or none. We listen with you and pick the one that fits your tempo and your story. Any song works.
Everyone will be filming
We plan the entrance, the first move and the last pose, so the dance everyone films starts and ends calmly.
The wedding is already a lot
Lessons fit around work and planning. Think of it as time together with nothing to do with seating charts.
What you can choose
Your style, your level of drama
Alina Litvak, a two-time Canadian vice-champion, specializes in Latin and ballroom. You choose the mood and how far to take it.
The style
Bachata, rumba, salsa, cha-cha or a slow ballroom hold, matched to your song. Not sure? Start with our guide to the best Latin wedding dance styles.
Dips, turns and lifts
Essential keeps it clean and simple. Classic adds dips and turns. Showstopper adds lifts and advanced choreography, practised until they feel safe.
The length of the song
We edit the song with you, so the routine runs as long as you want: a sharp 90 seconds or most of the track.
What you will wear
Tell us about the dress, the suit and the shoes. They change the choreography, so we plan for them and suggest rehearsing in something similar.
Our Packages
Choose your lessons
The same three packages as our wedding dance lessons. Pick by your date and how far you want to take it.
- A simple first danceEssentialPerfect for couples wanting a beautiful, simple first dance.What you learn: Custom choreography, song help, footwork, posture and timing, confidenceCall about the Essential package8 lessonsNo. 01
- Most PopularClassicOur most popular package for an elegant, memorable first dance.What you learn: Everything in Essential, plus multiple dance styles, dips and turns, floor craft, arm flowCall about the Classic package15 lessonsNo. 02
- A show with liftsShowstopperFor couples who want to wow their guests with an unforgettable performance.What you learn: Everything in Classic, plus lifts, advanced choreography, performance coaching, day-of tipsCall about the Showstopper package20+ lessonsNo. 03
Free 15-minute call. Tell us your date and we will pick the package with you, then confirm lesson days, times and price.
Free 15-minute call514-966-3736Put your date in the wedding lessons calculator to see your start-by week
How it works
From song to showtime
Pick the song
Bring your shortlist or start from scratch. We choose the one that fits your tempo, your story and the room.
Build the routine
Alina builds the choreography to your song, step by step, at your pace. After a lesson you can ask for a short practice video to use at home.
Rehearse like the day
Practise with your outfit and shoes in mind, at home and in the studio, until the steps stop taking attention.
Run it start to finish
Walk in, dance and finish the way you will on the day, from the first beat to the last pose.
FAQ
First dance questions
How many first dance lessons do we need?
Eight lessons (Essential) cover a clean, simple first dance. Fifteen (Classic), our most popular package, adds dips, turns and polish. Going for a show with lifts? Plan on 20 or more (Showstopper). Each lesson typically runs 45 minutes to an hour.
Can you choreograph our first dance to any song?
Yes. We build the routine on any song you choose, and we help you pick one if you are stuck. We can also edit the song with you so the dance runs the length you want.
What if one of us hates dancing?
That is one of the most common situations we see. We keep the steps simple for the partner who is nervous, put the showier moves where they help, and build confidence lesson by lesson. Beginners are welcome, two left feet included.
When should we start first dance lessons?
Start 2 to 6 months before the wedding. Six months is the sweet spot: time to learn the routine, then time to enjoy it. With less time, call us and we will build a plan that fits.
Do you teach in French?
Yes. Alina teaches in English, French or Russian, whichever you prefer.
Start while
the to-do list
is still short
Tell us your date and your song on a free 15-minute call, and we'll suggest where to start.
Free 15-minute call514-966-3736Prefer email? al_al5@hotmail.com
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