DanceFit Biz Builders

Real Strategies to Get More Students, Earn More, and Build a Thriving Biz
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If you're a dance or fitness instructor who wants to grow your classes, increase your income, and turn your passion into a real business, you’re in the right place. Each week, I’ll break down the exact strategies, lessons, and behind-the-scenes truths I learned from building a thriving bellydance fitness brand. No fluff, no guessing, just real talk on instructor marketing tips, how to fill your classes, student retention, branding and class growth, so that you can build a profitable instructor career. Lace up those dance and fitness shoes — it’s time to build the business you deserve. Let’s do this Hit subscribe now and for kick-ass business success! #BellydanceBiz #BusinessMomentum #DanceEntrepreneurship #Podcast Links DanceFit Biz Builders group facebook.com/groups/bellydancebizbuilders SharQui Instructor Academy sharqui.kartra.com/page/sia My Dance Channel youtube.com/channel/UCHiBfVYhmOPhTYr948ShiEA SharQui Virtual Studio sharqui.kartra.com/page/online Facebook facebook.com/SharQuiworkout Instagram instagram.com/sharquiworkout TikTok tiktok.com/@sharquiworkout oreet.substack.com

  1. 6d ago

    Why You Keep Chasing Validation for Dance and Fitness Instructors | 122

    Have you ever walked away from a class feeling amazing because someone complimented you... only to question yourself the next week when nobody said anything? As dance and fitness instructors, we can become more dependent on validation than we realize. A full class. Applause. A compliment from a student. Likes on a post. Being asked to teach again. Getting recognized by someone we respect. And when those things happen inconsistently, we can find ourselves chasing the next little hit of approval. In this solo episode, Marisa Guastella explores intermittent reinforcement, why unpredictable validation can keep us hooked, and how that pattern can show up not only in our dance and teaching, but in our lives and relationships too. She challenges us to look at where our sense of worth is coming from and what happens when we stop allowing someone else’s response, attention, or approval to determine how we feel about ourselves. If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I good enough?” because the applause wasn’t there, the class wasn’t full, or the recognition didn’t come, this conversation is for you. Because the goal isn’t to stop enjoying validation. It’s to stop needing it to know your worth. 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and community? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling and start filling your classes: sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) 🔹 Email me at oreet@sharqui.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    Why You Keep Chasing Validation for Dance and Fitness Instructors | 122

  2. Aug 26

    Instructors - Stop Throwing Everything At Your Students At Once | 121

    Hey Instructors! So, your students had the move… until you added arms, direction, travel, or a turn. So what happened? In this episode, we’re talking about cognitive overload, why “easy” movement may not actually be easy for your students, and how to layer movement in a way that helps people follow, succeed, and actually enjoy the class. Because great teaching isn’t about giving students everything at once. It’s knowing what to give them next. 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, How to Teach Classes Students Come Back To Without Spending Hours Memorizing Choreography Every Week, https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and community? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling and start filling your classes: sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) 🔹 Email me at oreet@sharqui.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    Instructors - Stop Throwing Everything At Your Students At Once | 121

  3. Aug 19

    The Biggest Lie the Dance Fitness Industry Ever Told Instructors |120

    What if the biggest lie in the fitness industry is that earning a certification automatically makes someone a teacher? In this episode, I challenge one of the most accepted ideas in dance fitness and group fitness: that learning a format is the same as learning how to teach. If you’re a dance instructor, group fitness instructor, or fitness professional who wants to create classes where students feel confident, capable, and excited to come back, this episode will change the way you think about teaching. Because certifications teach formats. Teaching is a craft. 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, How to Teach Classes Students Come Back To Without Spending Hours Memorizing Choreography Every Week, https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and community? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling and start filling your classes: sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) 🔹 Email me at oreet@sharqui.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    The Biggest Lie the Dance Fitness Industry Ever Told Instructors |120

  4. Aug 12

    The Grit Of True Growth For Dance & Fitness Instructors | 119

    If you caught Marisa’s first solo episode, you already know she has a way of making you stop, think, and look at your life from a completely different perspective. And this episode is no exception. Growth sounds exciting... until you’re actually in the middle of it. Am I right? Because real growth isn’t always graceful. It can be uncomfortable, messy, frustrating, and full of moments where you wonder if you’re making any progress at all. In this episode, Marisa talks about The Grit of True Growth and why the challenges you’re facing may not be signs that you’re failing - they may actually be signs that you’re becoming. So grab a cup of coffee, take a walk, or settle in wherever you’re listening, and dive into this episode with Marisa. 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training on how to cut your prep time in half, at: https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Learn more about SharQui Beat & Block coaching so that you get more people staying in your classes, at: https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBBScoaching 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and community? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling and start filling your classes: sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    The Grit Of True Growth For Dance & Fitness Instructors | 119

  5. Aug 5

    Why Your Fitness & Dance Business Won't Grow Until You Do | 118

    Have you ever felt like your business has hit a plateau, no matter how hard you’re working? In this honest solo episode, I share a moment when I questioned everything. After more than 30 years in the fitness industry, I found myself wondering if anyone was interested in what I had to offer anymore. That experience led me to an unexpected realization: maybe my business wasn’t the problem. Maybe I had simply outgrown the version of myself that built it. In this episode, we’ll talk about why business growth often requires personal growth, how self-worth influences the decisions we make as entrepreneurs, why what helped you succeed in the beginning may now be holding you back, and the powerful questions that can help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether you’re a dance instructor, fitness instructor, studio owner, or entrepreneur, this conversation will challenge you to stop searching for the next strategy and start asking a much more important question: Who do I need to become to build the business I truly want? 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, How I Teach 7 Classes Per Week Without Memorizing An Ounce of Choreography, https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    Why Your Fitness & Dance Business Won't Grow Until You Do | 118

  6. Jul 29

    The Cost of Staying Quiet - Why Fear Holds Instructors Back | 117

    In this solo episode, Marisa explores the hidden cost of avoiding difficult conversations - and how fear of rejection, conflict, or getting hurt can quietly shape your teaching, your business, your relationships, and even your health. If you’re a dance instructor, fitness instructor, or entrepreneur who’s ever struggled with setting boundaries, asking for what you deserve, or trusting your own voice, this episode will challenge you to think differently. Sometimes the hardest conversation is the one you need most. 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, How I Teach 7 Classes Per Week Without Memorizing An Ounce Of Choreography , https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and community? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling and start filling your classes: sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    The Cost of Staying Quiet - Why Fear Holds Instructors Back | 117

  7. Jul 22

    The Future of Group Fitness - An Industry Conversation with Amy Boone Thompson | 116

    Where is the fitness industry headed - and what does that mean for group fitness instructors? In this episode of DanceFit Biz Builders, I sit down with Amy Boone Thompson, Owner and CEO of IDEA Health & Fitness Association, for a candid conversation about the future of fitness, group fitness, instructor education, and leadership. With more than 30 years in the fitness industry, Amy has served as a group fitness instructor, presenter, entrepreneur, media executive, and now leads one of the world’s largest organizations supporting fitness professionals. Her perspective goes beyond what happens inside a single class and looks at the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of fitness. Together, we discuss: * The future of the fitness industry * The future of group fitness * The biggest challenges facing fitness instructors today * What separates great instructors from good instructors * Why teaching quality matters more than ever * Group fitness retention and participant success * The skills fitness professionals will need in the years ahead * Leadership, continuing education, and the conversations our industry should be having Whether you’re a group fitness instructor, dance fitness instructor, personal trainer, studio owner, or fitness professional, this episode will challenge you to think beyond choreography and workouts—and consider what it really takes to create lasting impact, improve member retention, and build a successful career in fitness. If you’re passionate about group fitness, instructor development, fitness leadership, teaching, member retention, and the future of the fitness industry, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss. For more info on IDEA, Amy and her new book… go here: https://www.ideafit.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    The Future of Group Fitness - An Industry Conversation with Amy Boone Thompson | 116

  8. Jul 15

    Performance, Teaching and the Future of Fitness with Keli Roberts | 115

    What does it take to stay relevant in the fitness industry for decades? In this episode, I sit down with fitness industry veteran Keli Roberts to talk about longevity, reinvention, and the evolution of teaching. From the early days of step aerobics to today’s social media-driven fitness landscape, Keli shares what she’s learned from a career that has spanned multiple generations of fitness trends. We discuss how teaching has changed over the years, why great instructors continue to evolve, and what today’s fitness professionals need to understand if they want to build a sustainable career. We also explore the balance between performance and teaching, the importance of helping students feel successful, and why the fundamentals of connection, safety, and effective instruction matter now more than ever. Whether you’re a new instructor or a seasoned fitness professional, this conversation is packed with wisdom from someone who has not only survived industry changes—but continues to thrive through them. In this episode, we discuss: • How the fitness industry has evolved over the decades• What keeps instructors relevant long-term• The balance between performance and teaching• Why student success matters• Reinvention and longevity in fitness careers• What today’s instructors may be missing about effective teaching• Lessons learned from a lifetime in fitness If you’ve ever wondered what it takes to build a lasting career in fitness, this conversation is for you. 🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, How I Teach 7 Classes Per Week Without Memorizing An Ounce of Choreography, https://sharqui.kartra.com/page/SBB 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online (https://sharqui.com/online) 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at sharqui.com/teach (http://sharqui.com/teach) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit oreet.substack.com

    Performance, Teaching and the Future of Fitness with Keli Roberts | 115
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If you're a dance or fitness instructor who wants to grow your classes, increase your income, and turn your passion into a real business, you’re in the right place. Each week, I’ll break down the exact strategies, lessons, and behind-the-scenes truths I learned from building a thriving bellydance fitness brand. No fluff, no guessing, just real talk on instructor marketing tips, how to fill your classes, student retention, branding and class growth, so that you can build a profitable instructor career. Lace up those dance and fitness shoes — it’s time to build the business you deserve. Let’s do this Hit subscribe now and for kick-ass business success! #BellydanceBiz #BusinessMomentum #DanceEntrepreneurship #Podcast Links DanceFit Biz Builders group facebook.com/groups/bellydancebizbuilders SharQui Instructor Academy sharqui.kartra.com/page/sia My Dance Channel youtube.com/channel/UCHiBfVYhmOPhTYr948ShiEA SharQui Virtual Studio sharqui.kartra.com/page/online Facebook facebook.com/SharQuiworkout Instagram instagram.com/sharquiworkout TikTok tiktok.com/@sharquiworkout oreet.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Real Strategies to Get More Students, Earn More, and Build a Thriving Biz
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    122
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Oreet Schwartz
  • Show Website
    DanceFit Biz Builders