Yes, you’re the best! Does that make you a success?  Do you know four- to twelve-year-old children and their parents are your market? If you do, how do you draw this group to your studio? Continue to strive to make the best dancers possible. Just don’t flaunt it.

Dr. Joy Friedlander contributes to the dance education field with a positive attitude and strong artistic and pedagogical abilities. Joy's expertise is evident across many educational sectors.

Some parents also have preconceived notions of sending their daughter to class the first day with pointe shoes in hand and expecting to see her twirl around “on her toes” before the day is over. As their pointe teacher, be sure that your parameters are clearly stated ahead of time to prevent turmoil later on down the line.

Business is Business-Or Is It

Teachers offering a hand to each other

Last month Goldrush Online posted a question for our readers to respond to. This one got everyone fired up! We received more than 100 responses and they're still coming in! It was a hot topic; check it out!

Dance education is an ever-evolving art form. All teachers seek resources to inspire them to be the teachers they can be.

 Goldrush has compiled a list of various educational books, music, syllabi options, publications, videos and more to help you start your season on the right foot. 

Happenings in the dance community. Check it out.

Trading The World For 1,600 Square Feet

If you had told me 10 years ago that one day I would be the proud owner of a tiny but lovely dance school, I would have said you were nuts. Teaching for two dance schools was just what I wanted—I walked in, taught my classes, and off I went with no worries.

Our Readers Want Your Advice

I’m finding it hard to balance the parental responsibility and the school responsibility with just one child and now I’m panicking; wondering how I’m going to manage two! I missed my daughter’s first steps (the baby-sitter called me to let me know).

The Right To Make A Living

Deep down they don’t want to be perceived as “only after the money.” The result? A lot of school owners end their season with clients who have large balances.

I have had my studio for seven years. I am constantly trying to improve myself as a teacher and business owner. Your Goldrush magazine is the first publication that has truly helped me. I read each issue cover to cover.

Dance educators seek advice about teaching issues. I have a staff member who is going through a nasty divorce and it is starting to affect her work as well as her children.