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Leasing Tips for Dance and Music StudiosLeasing Tips for Dance and Music Studios
The information in this presentation is just as valuable for brand new studio owners who might be thinking of opening up a new location or for those who are facing a lease renewal in the future. It is . . . keep reading

Studio Spotlight: How Footnotes Dance and Fitness Built and Continues to Grow A Successful Zumba ProgramStudio Spotlight: How Footnotes Dance and Fitness Built and Continues to Grow A Successful Zumba Program
Shawna has built her studio from the ground up and Zumba was the first program she started with. Many studios struggle with getting a dance fitness class going and then even more often they become fr . . . keep reading

How To Get More Students With Google PlacesHow To Get More Students With Google Places
When customers search for your services online will they find your studio or your competitor? Potential students are looking for your business online and one of the best ways to help them find your st . . . keep reading

4 Ways to Make Your Online and Offline Marketing Stand Out from the Rest4 Ways to Make Your Online and Offline Marketing Stand Out from the Rest
How do you stand out from the competition and get noticed? From Facebook Ads to web commercials and more. Learn what mistakes to avoid, find out what successful studios are doing today, and how to m . . . keep reading

Positive Rivalry in Dance: An Inspired Pas de Deux!Positive Rivalry in Dance: An Inspired Pas de Deux!
Chantale Lussier, PhD (c)
All over the country, dancers are growing up and developing friendships of a lifetime in and through the art of dance. Yet, as in numerous athletic contexts, these friendships frequently get tried and . . . keep reading


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DOWNLOAD: How to Choose the Proper Class TemplateDOWNLOAD: How to Choose the Proper Class Template
Most parents or students who are new to dance may not know what class or style is best for them to take. Studio owners and teachers spend countless hours on scheduling and class placement. The thoro . . . keep reading

A Dance Studio Flooring Product GuideA Dance Studio Flooring Product Guide
Choosing a dance floor is a big investment and a very important part of dance studio ownership. This helpful guide gives you a headstart and saves time when it comes to researching the right floor fo . . . keep reading

DOWNLOAD: The 10 Biggest Mistakes Dance Studio Owners Make and How to Avoid ThemDOWNLOAD: The 10 Biggest Mistakes Dance Studio Owners Make and How to Avoid Them
Owning a dance studio today is more about business than ever. Ignoring the business side of your studio to focus solely on the art of dance will ultimately lead to failure. Kathy Blake and Suzanne Bl . . . keep reading

Download: A Class-Teacher-Studio Evaluation Feedback Form for Parents
This is an evaluation form that you can use to gather wonderful feedback on the quality of instruction, interaction with students, studio facility and more. Giving the evaluation to parents about six . . . keep reading

Class Size Limits Chart
Wondering what size class is manageable for teachers at each age? This chart is a helpful tool based on years of teaching experience. Use it as a guide based on your studio space and size and comfor . . . keep reading

4 Ways to Make Your Online and Offline Marketing Stand Out from the Rest
4 Ways to Make Your Online and Offline Marketing Stand Out from the Rest How do you stand out from the competition and get noticed? From Facebook Ads to web commercials and more. Learn what mistakes to avoid, find out what successful studios are doing today, and how to make a big impact with your dance studio marketing. . . . keep reading
67 Creative and Effective Ways To Get Students to Register For Dance Class
67 Creative and Effective Ways To Get Students to Register For Dance Class This article is a compilation from nearly 100 dance studio owners and teachers who answered the question, "What is the most effective thing that you have done at your studio to encourage people to take action and register for classes?" . . . keep reading
DOWNLOAD: A Sample Dance Teacher and Staff Contract for Your Dance Studio
DOWNLOAD: A Sample Dance Teacher and Staff Contract for Your Dance Studio It's never a good idea to have anyone work for you, for any reason, without a contract. An employee, whether you are hiring a faculty member or office staff, should have clear guidelines and expectations. This download can be modified to suit your needs. . . . keep reading
How To Create a Private Facebook Group to Easily Communicate With Your Faculty and Staff
How To Create a Private Facebook Group to Easily Communicate With Your Faculty and Staff It is increasingly more difficult to communicate with faculty and staff between the amount of text messages, email, and other forms of information that each person manages on a day to day basis. Some people check their email frequently, others have to be reminded. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to maintain one central, easy to update, place to post messages and important announcements. . . . keep reading
What to Negotiate and How to Set Pay Rates with Dance Teachers for Choreography, Rehearsals, and Special Events
What should you pay your teachers for when it comes to tasks and responsibilities beyond their regular classes? Is there a way to set fees and rates for choreography and rehearsal time that works for your teachers, your students, and your studio? Find out what questions to ask when it comes to determining what to pay and when to negotiate so that you can grow your dance studio business. . . . keep reading
DOWNLOAD: A Dance Studio Marketing Checklist
DOWNLOAD: A Dance Studio Marketing Checklist Are you the easiest dance studio to find online in your area? Would you like to maximize your marketing efforts without breaking the bank? Here's a 21-point checklist full of ways to increase your visibility and have your studio stand out from the rest. You can easily implement these low cost, yet high impact strategies today. . . . keep reading
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