Your Level of Experience
The first thing to consider is your level of dance experience. If you've never done the waltz, you'll want to start from the ground up. A good dance teacher will be able to take you through the basic steps and will make you feel at ease. Search on the internet or ask your wedding coordinator for a list of basic or beginning level wedding dance teachers. You will find plenty of dance teachers in the more urban or village areas of Vermont. If you're looking in a rural area, ask locally for recommendations. More experienced dancers may want to brush up on their footwork by getting in on various dance clubs. Swing, ballroom and modern dance clubs abound throughout the state of Vermont. This is a fun and educational way to fine tune your dance skills before your big day.Destination Weddings
If your Vermont celebration will be a destination wedding, call ahead of time and find out whether a local dance teacher will be available for one or two quick lessons during the week prior to your wedding. Start your honeymoon early by arriving ahead of time and taking your dance lessons together. You'll not only learn something new, you'll also release some of the pre-wedding jitters through the enjoyment of the exercise. Formal dancing may seem complicated, but an experienced teacher will get you on your feet in just an hour or two with some basic steps.Dancing Styles
Find out what types of dance your instructor will be teaching. Let him or her know that your instruction is for a wedding reception. Most dance teachers offer the wedding reception basics, such as the waltz, ballroom and social dancing. If you have time, see if your instructor can also fit in your favorite wedding dance; the Macarena, the Chicken Dance, line dancing and the well-known conga line will be moves you won't want to miss out on.Not for Couples Only
With the availability of dance instructors in Vermont, you should be able to find a good location and reasonable rate for your lessons. For the extra budget-conscious, ask about group lessons. These are often less expensive than individual lessons, and you can make new friends along the way.Another option for making you feel more relaxed about the process is to invite members of your wedding party or your and your groom's parents to take lessons with you. They'll appreciate it, and you'll start making wonderful memories from your very first step!