Welcome to
North West Wedding Dance
TAILORED CHOREOGRAPHY,
TIMELESS MEMORIES
KIDS DANCE PARTY NW
Hen Party Dance NW
School Dance Clubs
Tiny Toes Dance Clubs
CORPORATE DAYS & EVENTS
Twilight Dances
info@northwestweddingdance.co.uk
victoria@kidsdancepartynw.co.uk
07812 118078
Based in Stockport, Greater Manchester.
Covering Cheshire, Merseyside, Leeds, Sheffield, Derbyshire, Warrington.
WEDDING
FIRST DANCE
YOUR FIRST DANCE...
Why choose a professional to create your first dance?
Like the cutting of the cake or the best man's speech, the first time you dance together as newlyweds is a once in a lifetime experience to look
back on and bring even more meaning to your chosen song.
Quality of Service
We are not nationwide, not an agency and I don't employ agency dance instructors.
It is important for me that I can guarantee every instructor I assign to a client is of an equal standard, and has been auditioned and vetted by me personally, so should unforeseen circumstances arise ie an instructor is unwell, your lesson will be covered by an equally experienced teacher. I work with a small close-knit team linked through our professional dance backgrounds, we work within a one hour commute and keep our client base within easy reach, reducing their travel and keeping our pricing affordable.
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What to expect from your dance lesson experience…
Every couple starts out with no idea of what to expect from their dance sessions, from
those who worry about their 'two left feet’ or the most reluctant grooms. However with years of experience, I create something as simple as you’re comfortable with or maybe you'll decide on a more challenging piece, either way with creative footwork, turns and expert instruction on lifts & dips, I promise you that we will create your unique dance.
Before your lesson…
Once you have decided to make that first dance a part of your day, I will arrange to meet with you both and discuss the details... chosen song, your ideas of what you would like your dance to look like, brides's dress(in secret!), will your music be an original recording or
a live band's cover?
Where would you like to rehearse?
In your home or local hall which I can arrange for you. Your choreography will be prepared ahead of your first session, any part of your choreography can, of course be adjusted at any stage of our practice sessions together, it's essential that you both feel comfortable and confident with every part of your dance.
Charlotte & Jordan's
Final rehearsal before their big day!
Hen Party Dance lesson
Choose the bride's favourite song, movie soundtrack or theme or alternatively we can provide a 'mash-up' of a selection of favourites. The choreography will be pre-arranged beforehand and the hen guests are able to learn the routine at a pace that suits everyone; it is supposed to be a fun activity after all! I record the final routine for the group as an extra keepsake to add to the wedding memories.
Annabel, July 2023
Amazing Hen party experience.
The Grease dance class was the
highlight of the hen party weekend. Victoria was lovely & all the girls had
such a wonderful time!
Highly recommended for any
hen party!
Kids Dance Parties
The birthday girl or boy and their party guests learn a routine to their favourite song, movie or musical. We arrive with costumes and accessories for the party guests to indulge in dress up for the final performance for the parents and an amazing party finale. For the younger birthday girl or boy we include dance games with props and prizes.
Niki, March 2024
Vickie hosted our daughter's 9th birthday party, Vickie arrived early and got to know the birthday
girl, got in touch several days before to ask about favourite songs. The 12 girls were entertained for
2 hours and performed a fantastic routine at the
end with costumes and accessories, all supplied
by Vickie.
The girls loved it!
Corporate events and Team
building days
Bring a dance lesson to your team. Dances of any genre depending on the theme or incentive of your day - Salsa, Zumba, hip-hop, street, disco, 80’s, or maybe a musical theatre number………Mama Mia, Hairspray, Chicago, Rocky Horror, Dirty Dancing. Guaranteed fabulous team building experience that will still be the topic of conversation at the coffee machine a long time after your event.
Tiny Toes Pre-school and nursery classes
We bring introduction to dance and fun music & movement classes at your nursery or pre-school. We provide musical instruments and props for greater enjoyment and participation.
school dance clubS
For any Headteacher or club coordinator wishing to bring dance to your curriculum. Ballet, tap, street dance, Zumba or musical theatre with all pupils taking part in an end of term performance.
End of term performances
We offer our dance clubs during lunchtimes or after school, or can offer dance as an addition to the school curriculum.
Exams in musical theatre and street dance are available for those pupils wishing to take part; these qualifications can be added to UCAS points for senior pupils.
All our teaching staff hold enhanced DBS certificates and are Safeguarding qualified
Twilight Dance Clubs
Keep Fit style movement classes adapted for the senior generation for general well-being or a traditional dance lesson with nostalgic tunes from the bygone decades.
Lessons are provided to retirement, care homes and assisted living accommodation either weekly, fortnightly or monthly.
About Me
After many years of teaching for dance schools and agencies in both Manchester and London, in 2022 I set about creating a dance tuition company of my own, drawing from my many years of teaching and performing. I Trained at North Cheshire Theatre School, Manchester, from age 3-18, where I gained both my teaching and professional qualifications. My career has included working onboard cruise liners as a dancer and cast member for Costa Cruise lines, Head dancer and choreographer for Majesty Cruise lines around the Carribean, on stage in London’s west end joining the cast of Fame The Musical, Cats and A Chorus Line. During my early career I also worked in television as a backing dancer for various TV programs and pop bands.Following my professional career as a dancer, I have taught all genres of dance from beginners to professionals. I am a qualified fitness instructor, personal trainer and sports massage therapist however always come back to dance, the career where my passion lies.
THE TEAM
I am lucky enough to work with an experienced and talented team of ex-professional dancers all of who came through an audition and qualification process ensuring that I can provide instructor's of the highest standard to every client. All our instructors hold advanced DBS and Safeguarding certificates, are fully insured and referenced.
Price List
Wedding Packages
2 x 1.5 HOUR lessons £120
3 x 1.5 HOUR lessons £165
5 x 1.5 HOUR lessons £280
Hen/Celebration party
1.5 hour lesson £120
Children's Dance party
1.5 hour £140
2 hour £190
Wedding Gift Vouchers available if you would like to gift a first dance to the bride & groom
Corporate Events & Team Building Days
2 hour event £250
Half day event(4 hours) £480
School clubs, Tiny Toes & Twilight dance sessions please contact me for individual fees.
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Nick & Vicki
Stockport, March '24
Victoria was fantastic! She helped my wife and I to nail our dance. She took our song in advance, worked out the choreography so we could maximise our lesson time learning the steps, adjusted the steps to suit our ability level and make us both feel very comfortable and delighted with the end product. Highly recommended!!!
Ryan & Laura May
Heaton Moor, Stockport April '24
Vickie was a fantastic teacher from start to finish. She taught us a wonderful routine for our first dance - it was great to have her expertise, and her teaching style put us at ease as a novice couple, whilst ensuring we had enough dance moves to go down well on our big day! We'd fully recommend her for anyone looking for first dance lessons.
Lauren & Jonathan
Manchester, May '24
Vickie was such a great help to us planning our first dance. We had no previous dance experience so just wanted an easy to learn routine, which Vickie choreographed perfectly for us. We really enjoyed our lessons - Vickie is lovely!
Georgie & Dom
Macclesfield, June 23
Fabulous lessons with Victoria! Having our first dance lessons was a delightful experience! Victoria was not only talented but also warm & positive - she tailored the lesson to our skill level & style , patiently breaking down steps and offering helpful tips. Beyond the dance, Victoria gave us valuable advice on posture and timing. Overall, Victoria's expertise and lovely personality made the lessons both informative and enjoyable.
Marta & James
Stockport, May 2024
Vickie, Thank you so much for your help putting our first dance together. Our guests really loved it and we were so happy with how it all went :)
Contact us
info@northwestweddingdance.co.uk
victoria@kidsdancepartynw.co.uk
07812 118078
Cheshire East & West, Stockport, Tameside, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Leeds, Sheffield, Warrington, Chester, Merseyside, Crewe Buxton, High Lane, Disley, New Mills
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Tips before you start...
If you don't have an 'our' song yet then spend some time researching music in plenty of time ahead of our first dance lesson; it'll give more practice time when we get together.
If possible, choose a song with a slower tempo; the faster the music, the faster the choreography and the more challenging the dance. Slower paced music gives more 'thinking time' to the next move.
Bring your wedding shoes along to rehearsal's so you know how it will feel to dance in heels (slippy new soles for the grooms), this will be a different experience to trainers. We provide a practice skirt for the later rehearsal lessons, so you can both get a feel for dancing around the space of a wedding dress.
Have a general idea of what you would like your dance to look like, tempo, style, do you want to give dips & lifts a try, and brides be mindful of your dress style... a fuller skirt will be more restrictive than a silhouette.
Keep it secret...
Many of our couples have chosen to keep their choreographed dance a secret from family & friends, it definitely adds an extra special surprise on the big day.
OUR GALLERY
Congratulations Laura-May & Ryan
Congratulations Natalie & Matthew
CONGRATULATIONS VICKY & NICK
CONGRATULATIONS
LAUREN & JONATHAN
Terms and Conditions
Payment
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Dance teachers will only attend lessons that have been paid for
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50% deposit payment is required at time of booking; no lessons will be confirmed until deposit has been made
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The lesson will not occur if the deposit has not been paid
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We accept payment via Bank Transfer.
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48 hours’ notice is required to cancel a lesson and receive a refund.
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48 hours’ notice is required to reschedule a lesson. We endeavour to reschedule lessons, but cannot guarantee it will always be possible. If we cannot reschedule a lesson (and we had at least 48 hours’ notice) we will refund that lesson
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If the lesson is cancelled by the teacher in unexpected circumstances (eg car breaks down or illness) the couple can choose to reschedule (if possible) or receive a refund for that lesson.
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Responsibility of North West Wedding Dance
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To provide a teacher to create a routine/teach basic steps and skills to suit your ability and requirements.
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We reserve the right to supply an alternate teacher and/or re-arrange the lessons should the original teacher become unavailable.
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We are not responsible for any damage to the property of you (or owner of the lesson venue) or for any physical harm or injury to you during the lessons.
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Responsibilities of the Teacher
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To have valid Public Liability Insurance
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To choreograph an appropriate dance/teach appropriate steps and skills for you.
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To consult you on your requirements during the initial dance lesson.
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To assess the needs and abilities of you and conduct the lesson in a manner appropriate to this.
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To create and rehearse the dance routine/steps with you over the agreed period of lessons.
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To not be responsible for any damage to the property of you (or owner of lesson space) or for any physical injury to you during the lessons.
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Responsibilities of You, the Clients
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To take dance lessons from the teacher
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To treat the teacher with dignity and respect. Any behaviour considered insulting or abusive will result in the cancellation of all remaining lessons with no refund.
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To inform us of any medical conditions or injuries prior to the first lesson, and prior to subsequent lessons if any of these change.
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To provide a clear, suitable space for the lessons to take place in.
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To contact us to arrange any additional dance lessons not agreed in the initial booking.
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To not hold us or the teacher responsible for any damage to your property (or that of owner of the lesson space) or for any personal physical or mental harm or injury to yourselves during the lessons.