Q&A for How to Start a Dance Studio

Your studio will stand out if you something that is unique and follow through on it. Make it clear how you stand out from the crowd, whether that's in the caliber of your teachers, the styles you provide, or the way that you teach.

Not necessarily—starting your own dance studio is not easy, and only the strong will survive.

Start with a free class. If people are interested, then add up your expenses, then charge how much money will give you a profit. Don't charge too much in the beginning.

You would need to be an adult, but beyond that point, you could start your studio as soon as you have the funds and opportunity to do so.

Practice a lot. Then, find a competition you would like to attend and follow the directions to apply.

It is best to be certified to teach dance as if you are not certified you will not be allowed to enter students for exams. Often dance teaching courses require a minimum level attained in the syllabus you wish to teach (for RAD ballet exams, for instance, this is at least a pass at Intermediate level). If you have not met these criteria, you will be unable to participate in a training course.

That really depends on your entire budget plan: whether or not you are the only dance instructor, if you have others on your payroll, how much you take out for taxes, how much you charge your students, offer dance workshops, etc. If you have a certain goal, base your budget plan off your goal. And if you do not like doing the math, find someone like an accountant to assist, and give you a better overall financial picture. Example: I want to earn "X" amount of money every month.