Studio Business
Commercial Auto Insurance for Dance Studios That Travel
Standard general liability policies don't cover student injuries during competition travel. Here's what commercial auto and HNOA coverage cost in 2026.
Industry News
Studio Business
Tax Deductions Dance Studio Owners Often Miss in 2026
Dance studio owners leave thousands on the table by failing to track flooring, music licensing, and competition costs as deductible expenses.
Industry News
DanceOne Roll-Up: What It Means for Independent Studios
TZP Group's DanceOne formation marks the largest institutional investment in dance history. Here's what the partnership model means for independent operators.
Studio Business
What Sells in Studio Retail: Dancewear Trends for 2026
The dancewear market is growing 4.59% annually, but studio retail faces inventory challenges. Core essentials, athleisure, and partnership models offer paths forward.
Studio Business
School Partnerships: Dual Revenue Strategy for Dance Studios
School assemblies and residencies generate grant-funded performance fees and high-conversion student enrollment. How independent studios compete with nonprofits in 2026.
Studio Business
Hiring a Studio Administrator: 3 Roles & What They Cover
Studio administrators fall into three tiers: front desk, office manager, and studio manager. Learn core responsibilities, skills matching, and 2026 compensation.
Studio Business
Building an At-Home Dance Studio: Legal & Setup Guide
Zoning permits, insurance gaps, flooring costs, and hybrid teaching models for home-based dance instructors in 2026—what's legal and what works.
Industry News
Dance Teacher Salaries 2026: Pay by Style, Region & Experience
Dance instructors earn $47K-$53K nationally, but California averages $72,528 and NYC hits $86K. Style and credentials create 49% pay gaps in 2026 data.
Studio Business
CPR & First Aid for Dance Studios: Requirements in 2026
No state mandates CPR certification for dance instructors, but insurance carriers and youth protection organizations create de facto requirements studio owners must navigate.
Studio Business
Pop-Up Demos & Community Events: Dance Studio Acquisition Guide
Dance studio owners report August-September community events outperform print ads for student acquisition. Here's the tactical playbook for high-ROI pop-ups in 2026.
Studio Business
Naming Your Dance Studio: 2026 Strategic Planning Guide
Strategic dance studio naming in 2026 balances SEO, trademark protection, and scalability—franchise data shows how names enable or limit growth trajectories.
Studio Business
Understanding Your Dance Studio's P&L: A Beginner's Guide
Learn how to read, analyze, and act on your studio's Profit & Loss statement to improve profitability in 2026's tight-margin operating environment.