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Fred Astaire Dance Studios of Portland is expanding and we are looking to hire new or veteran dance instructors. The job will involve regular dance training, teaching (private and group classes), regular public performing, office administration, event planning, and some ocassional childcare...

Would anyone be interested in a ballroom dance journal? A colleague of mine is interested in creating one and is looking for feedback. Would you like to write about your dancing more? Does a dance journal with writing prompts interest you? Thanks for your feedback!

How much did it cost to open your studio? Do you own a franchise or independent studio? My boss has a penchant for paying to build out industrial spaces, so the landlords won't fund it. That's what he wants to do with the 2nd studio. Is it possible to make enough money and maintain a career as...

I am an experienced dance instructor and I am in the process of deciding what career path to focus on. My current boss wants me and my dance partner to help him open a 2nd franchise location in our area. He would own 50% and my dance partner and I would own 25% each. This will require a...

I wore these shoes for one dress rehearsal and one showcase, so the suede soles are slightly soiled. Otherwise in great condition, they're just too tall a heel for me. I'll include a shoe bag and I can send close ups and pics of the soles to those who are seriously interested. Only $25...

What size bra cups are included? Are they easy to remove? Is the fabric stretchy?

Thanks for your input! Did you get certified as part of the program? How long ago was this? How many students were in the class with you and what were there general demographics?

What does everyone think of the Ballroom Dancing Teachers College and their franchise program? I like their support of quality teacher training in the ballroom dancing industry. Does anyone here own a franchise or have you gone through the certification process? Is it a viable business model...

I want to move from my dead end town and join a studio in an area with a larger ballroom presence. What are the best places? I have primarily been looking at Florida and the west coast. Thanks!

Nope, just feeling it out right now. Honestly, I can't really see any reason to open a franchise over a independent studio. I'm with a franchise right now, because the training is great (and paid), but I'll probably go independent when I have enough savings.

What's "the small side"?

Does anyone know how much (on average) it costs to open a Fred Astaire franchise? What is the general process and what are the benefits versus opening an independent studio? Thanks!

Asia most likely, but I am open to anywhere if they have ballroom opportunities available. I'm a dual British-American citizen, so Europe and the commonwealth would be good options in terms of visas. Thanks!

Hi all! I am an advanced American Smooth and Latin dancer and beginner instructor who is interested in traveling abroad for several months next year. During this time, I would like to study dancing, especially ballroom and wondered if anyone knew of any apprenticeships or trainee programs for...

Hi there! Do you still have credits available?