A common practice in some segments of today's Jewish world is for brides and grooms to attend "Chattan/kallah classes" where the attendees receive instruction and advice on relationship dynamics and intimacy (see here for more info.). It has become so popular that one who does not attend such classes prior to marriage is looked upon with a raised eyebrow and, depending on the individual's circles, met with objection.
I am curious if a study has been done tracing the inception of this practice or if any readers can shed light on it.
I am not asking for reasons why it began (exposure -or, lack of- to "the way of the world"; social influences etc.). I'm only interested in early documented sources or anything indicating its inception. As for the implications of such a study, that too is beyond this question.
(My research: this practice isn't older than a few decades.)
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