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How would I go about opening a dance studio for children?

What steps do I have to take? Where to start? Its been a dream to teach kids with down's syndrome how to dance. thanks

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  • Jay B
    Lv 4
    1 decade ago
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    Before you start purchasing things and building things - It may be in your best interest to create a business plan. I am currently working on mine for my dance studio in my area. Because without a business plan, and assistance from a lawyer, you'll find it hard to get a decent loan to pay for your mirrors, hardwood/marley floors, barres, etc.

    Thats the last thing I wanted to do, b/c I just wanted to teach dance, no deal with all the business aspects...however, you cannot have a successful business without some preparation....

    - read some business plan books, and start one of your own

    - speak with a lawyer (liability purposes, are you going to have employees working there etc)

    - speak with a loan officer if you are needing to make huge decor/construction changes

    - lease a building to start with, before purchasing. rent is easier than mortgage and property taxes.

    - check out other studios in the area to get an idea of classes & pricing

    - continue with dance education yourself

    - NETWORK!! meet people who can "do things"

    - and make sure you have a client base of students, a loan officer is going to need to know that he'll get his money back for the risk, and students help!

    Hope this helps!

    Source(s): I'm a dancer - 19 years and soon-to-be studio owner/operator
  • Ms_G
    Lv 6
    1 decade ago

    well first you find a building to turn into your studio then you register your business name and possibly incorporate the business,you will get a bank account for your studio, then you'll want to do some advertising.

    best of luck to you!

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