Participants in the Studio Owner Alliance Certification (S.O.A.C.) meet on two Tuesdays each month and will need to set aside personal time to complete each module. All sessions are recorded, so if you miss a session, you can catch up at your convenience. The program is flexible—if a module isn’t completed within the 12 months, participants can take additional time to finish all modules and achieve certification.

• Monthly Smart Meeting: Held the first Tuesday of each month via Zoom, this session is dedicated to brainstorming, accountability, and the implementation of the previous month’s module.

• Monthly Module Training: On the third Tuesday of each month, attend a live, educational seminar that helps you understand and implement the current month’s module.

• Self-Guided Development: Work independently each month to implement what you've learned, applying each module to your studio’s business operations.

• Group & Individual Accountability: Stay on track with continual follow-up, ensuring progress through group discussions and individual encouragement.

• Trello Board Access: Use this organizational tool, customized for the program, to help you track action steps and module implementation in your studio.

• Access to Media Library: Revisit past and current recorded sessions, downloadable resources, and training materials to support your professional development and ensure successful implementation of each module.

• Feedback for Growth: Receive valuable feedback from peers and program facilitators in both group and individual settings to help you grow.

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Studio Owner Alliance Certification (S.O.A.C.) is to empower studio owners with the tools, systems, and strategies needed to run a successful and sustainable dance businesses. Through comprehensive training and hands-on implementation, we help studio owners streamline operations, foster accountability, and elevate their professional and personal growth, ensuring long-term success for their studios.

Vision Statement:

Our vision is to create a community of studio owners who lead with confidence, operate their businesses with efficiency, and foster a thriving environment for staff, students, and families. By providing essential education and support, S.O.A.C. aims to set a new standard of excellence in studio ownership, promoting growth, professionalism, and sustainability in the dance industry.

DanceLife Alliances Code of Ethics

The DanceLife Alliances are proud to be united by our Code of Ethics. 

Shall be honest and straightforward, committing to the principle of integrity in regard to business practices, teaching, and other professional activities and events; treating all stakeholders with fairness and honor.

Shall practice non-discrimination on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, or ancestry.

Shall respect fellow school owners and/or teachers, refrain from soliciting faculty and/or students.

Shall offer dance education with an emphasis on the safety and welfare of all students; maintaining age-appropriate movement, music and costuming.

Shall make continuing education a priority and maintain a qualified faculty; propelling the dance industry forward with innovation, diversity and creativity.