America’s Best Dance Studio Contest 2010

America’s Best Dance Studio Contest 2010 wants to know what makes your dance studio unique, what makes it different from the other dance studios in your area, and from other dance studios across the country. You will have the opportunity to submit testimonials, videos, and photos highlighting all of the wonderful things about your dance studio – your teachers, your students, the classes you offer, your involvement in charities, non-profit organizations, and even dance competitions! Here’s a chance to rally the community and make some noise in support of your dance studio.

Confessions of a Busy Dance Mom

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I’m probably a great example of some of the moms at your studio I suppose, who can barely find the time to get the lunches packed and get to school on time. Let alone read the many papers and emails and notices that come home on a regular basis. Here’s just a few reasons why:

Streamlining Competition Registration with DanceSignUp.com

So, with a sneaking suspicion that you might be interested in something that could help streamline the process, and because I see a lot of potential in this this newly developed site, I chatted recently with Bret Robertson. His design company, Honu Studios, is responsible for bringing DanceSignUp to life.

Help! My Child Doesn’t Listen to the Dance Teacher! (Part Two)

Appropriate class material is essential for engaging young dancers. Consider the structure and style of your child’s dance class and its teacher before deciding that dance isn’t right for your preschooler.

Help! My Child Doesn’t Listen to the Dance Teacher!

Is a preschooler too young to be expected to listen? What can I do if my child isn’t following directions in dance class? Is this a developmental phase? Your questions answered in part one of two articles.

A Window into Dance Teacher Wages

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Kiner Enterprises, a dance teacher staffing agency, has produced a report on industry salaries and trends in the New York City Metropolitan area. The report is simple and to the point, covering average hourly wages for teachers with less than 5 years experience and more than 5 years experience, as well as the average number [...]

Back to School 2009 — Student Edition

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As you enter a new dance season, here are some past Dance Advantage posts that will prepare you for the year ahead.

Taking Your Website into Your Own Hands — Danceregister Web Services

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Danceregister wants studio owners to see the power they have at their disposal when provided with just a small bit of guidance. “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.”

Comparing Facebook Pages and Groups — Which is Best for My Dance Studio?

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Are you are looking to utilize Facebook to interact with members of your organization or promote your studio? Compare Facebook pages (or public profiles) to the Groups application and decide which will work best for you.

DanceStudioOwner.com Offers Real-Life Experience, Support, and a Personal Touch

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Our members are our number one priority and what I know from the many conversations I’ve had no matter where they are located; studio owners face many of the same challenges. Having launched our site in the spring of 2008, we are thrilled at the positive response, and that studio owners know that our site is a resource for them no matter where they are located. The information is available to them 24/7/365.

Encouraging Boys to Dance

Dance is a physical and athletic activity requiring great skill, strength, and agility. Sounds like an ideal fit for energetic boys… so where are they?? Well, we know that public perception is difficult to change and, in general, the current perception is that dance is not a “manly” activity. For ballet and some other dance [...]