OVERVIEW
Jan of Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond regards her role in each couple's wedding day with the utmost importance. A genuine romantic at heart, Jan specialises in creating personalised, meaningful marriage ceremonies that truly reflect the participants' values and personalities. You'll be instantly put at ease by Jan's warm approach, wealth of experience, and countless glowing testimonials.
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond makes putting together your wedding ceremony exactly what it should be: fun, meaningful, and easy. Jan will happily travel to officiate weddings anywhere in South Australia at the venue of your choosing. Building a ceremony personalised to your sense of style, Jan will engage and charm your guests with her cheeky sense of humour and sincere enthusiasm.
"Thank you for making our day so special. Through the entire ceremony you were amazing and we couldn’t fault a single thing. Again we were truly blessed to have you as our celebrant." — Kelly + Tom
What you'll love about working with Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond for your Adelaide wedding:
Music amplifies the happiness of the couple newlywed status and gets everyone in the mood to celebrate.
I now offer my very own Mr. Music to present your music during the reception. Not everyone can afford a D.J. or a Professional Band.
Kenny (aka my hubby) presents your fav music selection to make your reception even more personal and you and your guests will love it. This is cost effective in your budget.
This brings festive vibe and keeps the party going.
Highlights of working with Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond for your Adelaide wedding:
"We would highly recommend Jan as a marriage celebrant. From the very first meeting, she made us both feel at ease. We both felt very comfortable with Jan and that the ceremony would be individual to our own personalities. Jan said that she would tell our story in the ceremony, which was exactly what happened. Jan worked with us every step of the way and was really easy to deal with making the whole process a lot less stressful. It was a really beautiful ceremony, and our guests thought so too." — Elizabeth + Craig
About
I enjoy meeting couples for the first time and walking them through the process to their eventual Wedding Day. My experience and personality ensure my couples feel confident and relaxed during their marriage ceremony. My script (a draft is check and perused by the couple) is written around each couple's unique story and the legal ceremony presented according to S.A. law. ALL the legal certificates and documents are processed by me and presented to the BDM with the day. Jan x
Ms Jan Niehus
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Small and Intimate Weddings have now become quite popular, so much so, that I offer my own home and my services for microweddings.
I live in the Adelaide Hills where I can offer you a garden ceremony or undercover in the pergola for a beautiful intimate ceremony.
I have all the bells and whistles to create a wonderful picture perfect ceremony. Really, anything you wish for I can accommodate.
Let's chat.
Jan x
Packages
Keep it short, keep it simple. Lovely, sweet and no fuss.
An intimate ceremony presented with integrity and fun for up to 40 guests.
A boutique, deluxe wedding ceremony. Professional, elegant and personalised. For 40 or more guests.
Location
Service Area Adelaide and Regional Areas
FAQ
I will be discussing this with you in the time leading up to the day, and on the day will be guiding you gently. I always speak to my Bride the minute she arrives at the venue, just to calm any last minute nerves.
No, you do not. There are a few alternatives to this, which I can talk through with you. For example, as a bit of fun, if you would like, all your guests can “give you away” This is always very sweet. The person who walks you down the aisle can give you away at that time. A few alternatives to this question, which I can discuss with you. Anything and everything is possible!
Music is the magic part of any ceremony. Yes, I have a quality sound system and microphone for the audio during your ceremony.
I ask my couples to choose four tracks of music and all of these are timed and played by my Mr. Music (aka my Hubby)
One track for the bride and bridal party to enter.
Two and Three tracks while signing marriage register.
Fourth tracks for when I intro you to your Family and Friends as Mr. & Mrs., Mr. & Mr. and Mrs. & Mrs........ xxxx
If you a track of music which is your "Love Song" try and incorporate it in with these other choices.
Have fun with your music choices!
When you have accepted my quote I will send you an Invoice. A booking fee is required within 24 hours which will then lock in your wedding date and secure it for you. Please note here, that I rarely do two weddings in the one day, so I am all yours for that day. I will not be rushing off to the next wedding, I remain entirely focused on you.
The Invoice will have payment details on it and usually, half deposit then remaining half two weeks before your big day.
Also please note..... If you wish to organise with me a payment plan, that is easy done.
Please remember, that a Civil Celebrant is a Legally qualified person to officiate for you. There is a lot of legal paper work to do behind the scenes.
This is entirely up to you. Your considerations might be - how many guests are invited?
am I feeling confident?
how many brides maids / groomsman/ page boy, and flower girls do we have?
do we wish to pay a little extra for a rehearsal?
Personally, I aim to have my couples feeling confident and relaxed by the time the week of the wedding comes around.
I ring you a few nights before the day and run through absolutely everything with you.
Until, I hear you both say, that you are feeling 'good' only then do I feel happy. I have your back !
March 2023
March 2023
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
Thank you Aisha and Kenny. I 'fell in Love' with the pair of you from the beginning. Wonderful humour, intelligent and loving couple. You have the world at your feet. Jan XXXX
November 2022
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
I took the time to get to know you and Damien, Erin, because you were such a delightful couple. Thank you for your lovely revue. Jan
November 2022
November 2022
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
Jian - your wedding day was pure joy and I particularly enjoyed your parents involvment in the ceremony. Many thanks for your testimonial. Jan xx
Expert Advice
As a wedding professional, Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.
Get Expert AdviceExample bride’s father speech?
Hi, I'm looking for speech ideas for a short speech for my father? I am the bride. What kind of things should he include, thank, say, etc.
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
Most guests at your ceremony will know your family dynamics. Keep it KISS ( Keep it Sweet and Simpl) If your Mum and your Dad are Married then I would direct your speech to them both. If the speech is just for Dad - just be yourself. Thank him for the years he has been there for you, the support and the love. Thank him for his help presenting your wedding reception and the way (if this is the case) he/they have welcomed your groom into the family. Perhaps comment on looking forward to the future as husband and wife with Mum and Dad.
How to include our mums in our wedding
Hi there, would love some different ideas of how we can each include our mums at our wedding, maybe something non-traditional but meaningful. Thank you
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
I think that if your two Mother's are at your ceremony, why not have them as your legal witnesses (dont have one without the other though).
Also, perhaps your Mum's could be your ring bearers - they would love that I feel sure.
One more suggestion - if you are having a Wedding Reading, have your Mum's reading half each.
Have fun Jan
Advice for having your dog in your ceremony
Would love some advice! We def want to include our dog in our wedding ceremony! We want him as the ring bearer. Are they are any things to avoid or prepare for in advance? Thanks!
Marriage Celebrant Above and Beyond
Your dog is such a beautiful addition to the ceremony. Afterall they are part of the family.
Make sure your fur baby, is looked after by someone who they know well. If a groomsman is well known to them, well and good.
Some other guest who the dog knows well can stand up with your attendants.
Best of all ! have your dog as your ring bearer with a little collar holding the rings. Fabulous !!
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Kenny and Aisha - you are legends ! Thank you for sharing your wedding day with me and thank you so much for your 'wicked' review. You have your life ahead of you as a gorgeous young married couple. Jan xxxxxx