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Miriam
Just Said Yes November 2019

My fiancé can’t dance!

Miriam, on May 24, 2019 at 8:35 AM Posted in Wedding Reception 0 11
I’m wondering if anyone else has this issue. I absolutely love to dance! For me one of the most critical parts of the reception is that people have a great time dancing and won’t leave early out of boredom. The problem is my fiancé can’t dance, has no rhythm, and therefore doesn’t dance. I know for myself, I personally won’t have as much fun if I can’t dance the night away. How can I do that without him?

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Latest activity by Terra, on May 24, 2019 at 5:30 PM
  • Chandra
    Master May 2019
    Chandra ·
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    I spent way more time dancing than I intended. I often joke my dance moves are whiter than sour cream! Haha
    Hubby grew up learning how to waltz and stuff but I didn't. We shared a few dances and the rest of the silly dancing he was off hanging out with his buddies he doesnt get to see often.
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  • Kelly
    VIP October 2020
    Kelly ·
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    Dance by yourself, with a bridesmaid, with your parents, with your friends. A reception is ultimately a party, you know how to party.
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  • Melissa
    VIP September 2019
    Melissa ·
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    My fiancé loves to get on the dance floor and he’s not the best but he has such a fun time, I’m happy that he’s happy. I on the other hand am the awkward one when at other weddings. I feel like I’m clutzy and always feel like all eyes are on my awkwardness so I usually only dance if I’m comfortable with the crowd around me. That being said, as our wedding will be all friends and family, I can’t wait to party with them all
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  • Heather
    Savvy April 2022
    Heather ·
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    I'm in the same boat! We are selecting a number of songs ahead of time that he knows I'd really like him to dance during (mostly slower or fun ones that don't require much rhythm) and he's off the hook the rest of the night. Knowing the songs beforehand has helped his anxiety and I know my bridal party will be out on the dance floor with me when FH doesn't want to be and I'll be able to take breaks and talk to guests with FH while my bridesmaids keep the dance party going.
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  • Jennifer
    Expert October 2019
    Jennifer ·
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    You can definitely dance without him, it won't be weird. My fiance doesn't dance at all, but we're probably both going to be too busy visiting to dance, anyway.
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  • Amanda
    Master December 2020
    Amanda ·
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    I don't know if FH knows but he is not a great dancer either -.- haha but lucily he will still dance it's just hilarious. He just has a good time and thats what matters Smiley xd for your's not dancing; I would suggest bringing him out there and dancing simply and he may get a little looser, even with him failing he should just have fun since its his wedding! The dj will help pump everyone up and you definately will help too
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  • Katie
    Super November 2019
    Katie ·
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    My FH can't dance so a wedding he and I went to together I spent more time dancing with the smaller kids because I also have no rhythm so I fit in with the kids anyways. I'd say just have fun and dance your heart out, I'm sure he will enjoy watching you have fun with everyone.
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  • Kim
    Super September 2019
    Kim ·
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    My FH is not the dancing type. We have actually been to a few weddings where I dance with the other guests and he just talk and chill.

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  • M
    VIP January 2019
    Maggie ·
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    Dancing or not dancing can really be a core part of someone's personality. I wouldn't make him dance if he doesn't want to. There is absolutely nothing wrong with you dancing at your wedding, even if your new spouse doesn't care to. Have fun!

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  • Furture Mrs. G
    Expert September 2019
    Furture Mrs. G ·
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    SAME EXACT BOAT. We have gone to weddings, parties, clubs and he WILL NOT dance with me. He gets extra nervous. He has promised me to give me the wedding of my dreams he will dance with me because he knows I love to dance and it means alot to me.

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  • Terra
    Expert September 2020
    Terra ·
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    He doesn't dance, he's more of a jump-around-and-head-bang-at-a-loud-concert type. Sadly, our reception doesn't fall into that category, so I suspect he'll spend a lot of the night sitting and visiting with his friends/family while I'm up and dancing with all of mine, haha. It's very likely I'll only dance with him once, the first dance, and even then we'll just be doing the awkward sway side to side.

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