Hochzeitstanz.ch

What it is

Hochzeitstanz.ch is a coaching network specializing in wedding first-dance instruction. It presents itself as a team of coaches who describe themselves as "Coaches aus Let's Dance" with dance schools in your region, each based in their own part of Switzerland. The homepage opens by asking whether you are nervous about your big moment, and promises to show you how it is done, classic or crazy, "auch wenn ihr vier linke Pfoten habt" (even if you have four left paws). The emphasis is on quick, effective learning in private lessons only ("nur im Privatunterricht"), with the coach shaping the dance around the couple and their music.

The coaches and their locations

The homepage introduces 7 coaches across different Swiss regions, each with their own studio and specialization. Michal works from Frauenfeld in Thurgau and St. Gallen, emphasizing choreography that looks impressive with minimal effort. He writes that even a simple choreography can look like a masterpiece, and that this is exactly what the network offers: "mit wenig Aufwand sehr viel Effekt" (a lot of effect with little effort). Valery teaches from Gelterkinden in Basel-Landschaft and brings significant professional credentials. She has her roots in streetdance but now works as a couple-dance teacher with a federal certificate and the higher professional examination in standard dances (Eidg. Fachausweis und höherer Fachprüfung in den Standardtänzen). She is a European champion in Discofox Jack'n Jill (Europameisterin im Discofox Jack'n Jill) and a professional dancer on the SRF show "Darf ich bitten?". She passes on her knowledge in lessons and in workshops at national and international congresses such as the Euro Dance Festival.

Hendrik, billed as "The Flying Dutchman", is also based in Frauenfeld and, the site says, has been gliding across the parquet for 30 years. His approach centers on helping dancers find and express their own personality on the floor rather than simply executing the perfect sequence of steps, with body and mind in a flow that makes you float. Marcel teaches from Horw in Lucerne, emphasizing fun, humor, patience, and passion. His motto is "Leidenschaft geht immer & überall" (passion works always and everywhere), and he teaches beginners and advanced dancers alike. Yulia is based in Zurich and has danced for many years at the national top level in competitive ballroom sport (Turniertanzsport). Through the television show "Darf ich bitten?" she discovered a new passion in choreographing shows, and she understands that successful dance does not need to be technically perfect but should evoke emotion and allow the dancer to be present in the moment.

Beat teaches from Steffisburg in Bern and views dancing as an expression of joy and emotion through movement, a way to feel alive and keep body and mind in shape. Evelyn runs a school called "Joy" from Wünnewil-Flamatt in Bern and Fribourg, deliberately naming her business after the feeling she wants couples to experience. She offers flexibility in style, working with West Coast Swing, Rockabilly, or classical standard dances depending on the couple's preference. She writes that the wedding dance should radiate pure joy and happiness, and that she creates it together with the couple, drawing on her experience as a tournament dancer.

The offering and pricing

Hochzeitstanz.ch offers only private lessons, not group classes. Every couple is matched with a coach and works one-on-one. The service includes a free introductory consultation (Gratis Einführungsgespräch) to discuss the couple's preferences, the music they have chosen, and the coach's approach. The inquiry form on the site is described as non-binding (unverbindliche Anfrage).

The school offers 3 package levels. The 5-lesson package (5ER ABO) costs CHF 750 and includes one song selection, 5 lessons, and video recordings of each session sent via WhatsApp after each lesson. This package suits couples with a few months before the wedding who want focused, efficient preparation. The 10-lesson package (10ER ABO) costs CHF 1400 and includes a musical medley combining multiple songs, 10 lessons, the option to have the music professionally edited for CHF 100 additional, and video documentation. The 20-lesson package (20ER ABO) costs CHF 2600 and adds Discofox instruction to the medley, providing a backup dance style if the couple wants options, 20 lessons, optional music editing, and the same video service.

Every package includes the free introductory conversation with the chosen coach, so couples can discuss their style, comfort level, and musical preferences before the first paid lesson. A 10% discount applies if the couple books within 24 hours of their initial inquiry, encouraging prompt decision-making.

What makes this different

The emphasis here is on effect without effort. The site's own German phrase expresses this precisely: "ohne viel Aufwand aber mit viel Effekt" (without much effort but with much effect). The coaches deliberately choose simple choreography that looks polished and feels good without requiring dancers to master complex steps or remember intricate sequences. Testimonials from past couples emphasize surprise at how quickly they learned. One couple noted the coach taught them the correct steps within a short time period. Another reported that all the figures worked perfectly and praised how much the coach loves the job. A third, describing themselves as beginners, thanked the coach for patience and for the talent to fit the dance to them.

The site lists the couples it has worked with by first name, from Anita and Paul to Stefanie and Stefan, and every package includes a video sent via WhatsApp after each lesson, so a couple can practice at home between sessions.

The reach and scale

The network has worked with over 3000 couples (Über 3000 Hochzeitspaare), indicating both scale and experience. The site lists dance schools in Zurich, Frauenfeld, Horw, Gelterkinden, Wünnewil-Flamatt, Steffisburg, Sion (in Valais), Lausanne (in Vaud), and even Vienna, Austria. That spread covers much of German-speaking Switzerland and adds Sion and Lausanne in the French-speaking west. For couples from abroad planning a destination wedding, having options across regions means flexibility to work with a coach in the area where the wedding will take place.

What the page does not settle

The site does not specify whether lessons are conducted in English, German, French, or Italian, and the site is entirely in German, although it lists studios in Sion and Lausanne as well. Couples from abroad would need to confirm language capacity when contacting a coach. The site does not specify lesson length or frequency (how long each individual session runs, or how many times per week a couple should ideally book). The site does not detail availability or lead time explicitly, so couples planning a wedding soon should inquire early. The site states that teaching is in private lessons only, and gives no information on lessons for a group of guests, or for couples seeking more elaborate choreography than the basic first dance, such as couples dances or group participation dances. The site does not state whether coaches will travel to a venue's location for an on-site practice session before the wedding or if all lessons happen at the coach's studio.

Who this suits

Hochzeitstanz.ch suits couples nervous about dancing but committed to sharing a polished first dance at their wedding. It appeals to international couples planning a destination wedding in Switzerland who want focused, efficient instruction without the commitment of a multi-month dance course. The multiple regional locations make it feasible for couples scattered across the country, or those with guests arriving from different areas. The flexibility in music style and dance approach means couples can match their personality or wedding theme. The emphasis on simple, effective choreography also suits couples who are time-pressed or have limited dance experience. The video service allows couples to review their lessons afterward and practice between sessions. Couples seeking intricate Latin choreography, multi-dance partnership training, or competitive ballroom technique would find the offering too narrowly focused on the first dance alone.

Getting in touch

Hochzeitstanz.ch accepts inquiries through a contact form on the site, by phone at +41 78 876 13 05, or by email to info@hochzeitstanz.ch. The contact address given is Gewerbestrasse 3, 8500 Frauenfeld. The form lets couples select their canton, intended wedding date, and preferred package size before sending their inquiry. This streamlines the matching process. The site's own language is German, so ask in the inquiry whether the coach in your region works in English. Couples who book within 24 hours of their initial contact receive a 10% discount on any package, so prompt response pays off financially.