Studio Management

The start of a new calendar year often spurs people to try a new activity, start a new exercise program, or put their children into new activities during the long winter months. So how do you get them to take action and register for classes now so that you can feel confident going into a new year and that your classes will be full? Here are a few tips...keep reading

Join Jill Athridge, owner of Stage Door Studios in Sarasota, FL as she shares the five best practices that have been key in her success. This training webinar will inform and inspire you to focus in on how to have you best season yet!...keep reading

Many educational programs charge a registration fee to cover the cost of administrative processes. When a parent questions what the fee covers, there is no need to apologize or give a lengthy explanation....keep reading

How can you make the most out of your studio space all year long? In this coaching call you'll hear how various studio owners have learned to use their talents, their staff, and unique studio environment to bring in new income streams that help contribute to the overall health of their business...keep reading

Creating a studio culture where consistent class attendance is the norm takes an ongoing approach in communicating with students and parents. We find that while parents of recreational dancers often consider dance class a fun and healthy activity, their children's academics, school activities, sibling schedules, illness or injury, and family events often cause them to miss class more often....keep reading

When we start to prepare our studios and staff for the busy dance season, we may be tempted to assume that our studio families are putting the same amount of time and effort into their own dance class preparations. There are two important ways studio owners can ensure students and families have a positive experience at dance class; setting expectations and proactive preparation....keep reading

Prices are up, the economy is down and dance studio owners everywhere are worried about the future of their businesses. The fact is that dance lessons are viewed as a service, not a necessity, and when it comes to putting food on the table or sending kids to ballet lessons, the choice of what has to go is glaringly obvious. But don't despair! There is plenty of good news in these tough times, and with some creativity, you have the opportunity not only to sustain but grow your dance studio business....keep reading

What do you need to know to properly insure your dance studio? We gathered some of the top questions that dance studio owners and teachers have when it comes to insurance for their business. Thanks to the experts at Dance Studio Insurance, we've compiled a helpful list of answers for you so you can fill your classes and focus on dance education for your students....keep reading

Sales tax can be a confusing topic for dance studio owners especially because the laws are different based on which state you are located in. While there isn't a one-size-fits-all type of answer to many of the questions, there are some general guidelines for you to be aware of so you can be sure you're informed and empowered....keep reading

Learn tips and tricks to keep the cash flowing. Find your key numbers to create a summer savings plan. Utilize your financial reports to achieve your goals. It isn't about just cutting costs; it's about being strategic through an honest look at your financial health. See how your numbers provide the insight to achieve a profitable and self-sustaining studio....keep reading