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. Teaching More Classes Won't Make You More Money - Real Talk for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 97

    4D AGO

    Teaching More Classes Won't Make You More Money - Real Talk for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 97

    I am honored to be interviewed by Jessica of The Stage. We talk about how many dance fitness and fitness instructors believe the answer to increasing income is teaching more classes. In reality, teaching more hours often leads to burnout, inconsistent income, and limited growth. In this episode, I break down why teaching more classes won’t make you more money, and what actually creates sustainable income for dance and fitness instructors. We talk about your value, smart offers, and systems that don’t depend on being in the room every hour. If you want to grow your fitness instructor income without working yourself into exhaustion, this episode will help you rethink how you build a sustainable, well-paid teaching business. 🔹 Want to get on the waiting list for my SharQui Beat & Block Training? Register here so that you don’t miss the deets! 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 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    41 min
  2. Why Aren't My Class Growing? | 96

    FEB 11

    Why Aren't My Class Growing? | 96

    If you’re a dance fitness instructor or dance instructor wondering why your dance fitness classes aren’t growing, this episode breaks down what’s really happening. Class growth is rarely about social media or marketing—it’s about how you teach, how students experience your class, and whether they feel confident enough to return. In this episode, I explain why many fitness classes stall, how teaching clarity affects class retention, and what dance fitness instructors can do to build consistent, growing classes without burning out. 🔹 Want to get on the waiting list for my SharQui Beat & Block Training? Register here so that you don’t miss the deets! 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 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    7 min
  3. Just Got Certified? Here's the First Thing You Need to Do (If You Have Zero Business Experience) | 95

    FEB 4

    Just Got Certified? Here's the First Thing You Need to Do (If You Have Zero Business Experience) | 95

    Getting certified is exciting.What comes next can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I break down the very first thing you need to do after certification if you have little to no business experience. Before websites, logos, social media, or marketing plans—this is where new instructors actually need to start. We talk about focus, clarity, teaching in real rooms, and how to build confidence and momentum without trying to do everything at once. This episode is about simplifying the early stages so you can stop guessing and start building something solid. If you’re newly certified—or certified but still feeling unsure how to turn teaching into something sustainable—this conversation will give you a clear place to begin. 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    5 min
  4. Why This Article Went Viral and What it Teaches Us About Visibility | 94

    JAN 28

    Why This Article Went Viral and What it Teaches Us About Visibility | 94

    This episode is my response to my When Performance Replaced Teaching article that received over 130 shares, over 250 comments, and almost 700 likes. I read my reply in full - but this isn’t just a reaction. It’s a teaching moment. In this episode, I break down what happens when performance starts to overshadow pedagogy in the fitness industry, why this conversation struck a nerve, and how clarity - not caution - is what actually cuts through the noise. We also talk about the part no one loves to admit: how scary it can be to say the thing you know is true—especially online. I share why I almost didn’t publish, what happened when I did, and what this experience teaches us about visibility, leadership, and stating your position with integrity. This isn’t about being divisive for attention.It’s about responsibility, standards, and the difference between being liked and being useful. If you teach movement, lead classes, or create content in the fitness space, this episode is for you. The article: https://www.sharqui.com/when-performance-replaced-teaching-a-manifesto-for-the-fitness-industry/ My response: https://www.sharqui.com/my-response-to-when-performance-replaced-teaching-facebook-post/ 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    7 min
  5. A Fitness Certification is Not Optional for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 93

    JAN 21

    A Fitness Certification is Not Optional for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 93

    There’s a belief floating around the dance world that experience alone is enough to teach. “I’ve been dancing for years. I know my body. I don’t need a fitness certification.” But if you’re teaching classes that raise heart rates, repeat movement week after week, and ask students to trust you with their bodies, a fitness certification is not optional. In this episode, I break down why dance experience and exercise science are not the same thing—and why both matter. We talk about safety, cueing, injury prevention, legal protection, student trust, and what actually shifts when instructors step into true movement leadership. This isn’t about limiting creativity.It’s about supporting it with knowledge, clarity, and sustainability. If you teach dance fitness—or any class that conditions the body—this conversation matters. 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    6 min
  6. A Curriculum Is Not Optional for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 92

    JAN 14

    A Curriculum Is Not Optional for Dance & Dance Fitness Instructors | 92

    Safety is the foundation. Always.But safety alone isn’t the goal. Once bodies are safe, the real responsibility begins: progression. In this episode, I talk about the difference between classes that feel good and classes that actually help students improve. Because fun, sweat, and great music don’t automatically lead to skill, confidence, or growth. We unpack a common belief in the dance world: “I don’t need a curriculum. I teach from experience.” Experience matters—but it’s not the same as effective teaching. You’ll hear why curriculum creates progression (not just variety), how teaching differs from performing, why consistency builds trust and retention, and why structure doesn’t limit creativity—it strengthens it. Students may not name it, but they feel the difference when a class makes sense and when they can tell they’re improving. If you want students who stay, grow, and trust you, this episode is for you. 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    6 min
  7. You Don't Need Social Media to Fill Your Dance & Fitness Classes | 91

    JAN 7

    You Don't Need Social Media to Fill Your Dance & Fitness Classes | 91

    Everyone’s been sold the same lie:“If your dance or fitness classes aren’t full, it’s because you’re not posting enough on social media.” Nope. That’s not the real issue. In this episode, I break down why you don’t need social media to fill your dance classes or fitness classes. We’re talking real, sustainable, off-line business strategies for dance and fitness instructors on how to grow your dance and fitness class attendance through relationships, referrals, and community. If you’re a dance instructor or fitness instructor who’s not into social media and want is ready for fuller classes, better retention, and steady income doing it the organic way… This episode is your permission slip - and your plan. 🎧 Press play and learn what actually fills dance and fitness classes (without chasing likes). 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    9 min
  8. Likes Don't Fill Classes... Views Do | 90

    12/31/2025

    Likes Don't Fill Classes... Views Do | 90

    Most instructors are chasing the wrong thing. Likes. Comments. Engagement.And then wondering why their classes still aren’t filling. In this episode, I break down what actually grows your classes — without turning yourself into a content machine or performing for the algorithm. We’re talking about: * Why visibility matters more than engagement * The quiet ways people discover your classes (even when they don’t tap “like”) * The difference between being seen really means If you’re a dance, dance fitness, or fitness instructor who wants full classes, steady income, and a business that doesn’t rely on trends… this one’s for you. No hacks. No hustle culture.Just the truth about what works — and why. 🔹 Need a boost of joy, sweat, and sisterhood? Dance with us in the SharQui Virtual Studio! Get started at sharqui.com/online 🔹 Stop hustling for pennies — start teaching with power. Your journey starts at 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

    12 min
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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
    97
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    Clean
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    DanceFit Biz Builders