Rev. “Two Step” Thomas

Rev. Brice Thomas, known as Rev. "Two Step" Thomas, is a wedding officiant based in Surfside Beach, South Carolina, near Myrtle Beach. He pairs ceremony work with ballroom dance instruction, an unusual combination that can give a wedding a distinct personality.

Why he suits LGBTQ+ couples

Rev. Thomas is LGBTQ+-owned and describes his pastoral care and wedding services as available to both straight and LGBTQ couples. If you want an ordained officiant who is comfortable marrying you and who brings some playfulness to the day, this is a strong match.

What he offers

• Wedding officiating
• Ballroom dance lessons, including the waltz, rumba, cha-cha, swing and foxtrot
• A Ballroom Dance Dinner Party program for rehearsal dinners and small weddings
• A five-session pre-wedding or pre-commitment counseling program

Using the dance lessons

Lessons are practical if you want a first dance that feels natural. Start six to eight weeks before the wedding, and choose a song you can move to comfortably. Practice in the shoes you will wear. A short lesson for your wedding party can also loosen up the reception.

The counseling program is optional. Ask how the sessions are structured, how long each one runs and whether they fit a commitment ceremony as well as a wedding.

Along the Grand Strand

Surfside Beach sits between Myrtle Beach and Murrells Inlet, in an area known for beach weddings. Ask the officiant about local rules for ceremonies on the sand, and plan around tides, sun and wind. Summer is busy, so book early, and consider a shoulder-season date for easier lodging.