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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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June 10, 202641 min

How Fitness Professionals Can Diversify Their Income and Stay Relevant in the AI Era | 110

In this episode, I’m joined by Lindsey Passamonte - personal trainer, educator, and AI app developer - for a conversation about what it really means to grow and diversify as a fitness professional.We talk about building multiple income streams beyond teaching classes, adapting to technology and AI in the fitness industry, and why relying on one revenue stream can leave instructors burned out and stuck. Lindsey shares her journey from personal training into education and tech, along with insights on staying relevant, curious, and sustainable in a rapidly changing industry.If you’re a dance or fitness instructor wondering how to grow beyond trading time for money, this episode will expand the way you think about your business and what’s possible for your future.Lindsey’s FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61583434777644Lindsey’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/lindseypassamonte/Lindsey’s Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseypassamonte/Lindsey’s AI app for Fitpros: https://app.aifitpro.io/score🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t), 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

June 3, 20265 min

Why Your Dance or Fitness Class Doesn't Flow (And How to Fix It) | 109

If your classes feel choppy, stop-and-go, or like the energy never fully builds… this is for you.In this episode, I break down one of the biggest problems many dance and fitness instructors face: classes that don’t flow - even when the music and choreography are good.We talk about:* why choreography is not the same as structure* how random sequencing creates hesitation and confusion* why students can’t relax when they don’t know what’s coming next* and how building movement in clear, repeatable blocks changes everythingBecause when your students stop overthinking…they start moving with confidence.If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly stopping, restarting, and explaining during class, this episode will help you understand why - and how to create smoother, more connected classes that actually flow.Structure isn’t boring.It’s what creates freedom.🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t), 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

May 27, 202630 min

How to Open a Yoga & Dance Studio - From Idea to Reality | 108

Thinking about opening your own studio?In this episode, I sit down with Najmah - a dancer and yoga instructor who turned that vision into reality by opening her own yoga and dance studio.We break down what it actually took to make it happen:* how she knew it was the right time to start* the first steps she took to bring the idea to life* the challenges she didn’t expectThis isn’t the highlight reel.It’s the real process of going from idea to opening your doors.If you’re a dance instructor, yoga teacher, or fitness professional wondering what it takes to start your own studio, this episode gives you a clear, honest look at what’s involved.🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t): 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

May 20, 20265 min

Why Your Students Are Always a Step Behind in Dance & Fitness Classes (And It's Not Them) |107

If your students always seem just a little behind in class… it may not be them.In this episode, I break down why so many dance and fitness instructors struggle with students keeping up — and what’s actually causing it.We talk about:* the real reason students fall behind (hint: it’s not coordination)* why teaching to the music instead of the beat creates confusion* how inconsistency in your class structure leads to hesitation* and what shifts when your students can actually connect to the rhythmIf you’ve ever felt like you’re cueing, explaining, and demonstrating… and your class still isn’t with you, this episode will help you understand why — and what to change.This is the first piece of a bigger system that creates flow, confidence, and retention in your classes.🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that most instructors don’t), 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

May 13, 202653 min

Two Businesses, One Career: How She Balanced Teaching and Design | 106

What does it actually look like to build more than one business in the dance and fitness world?In this episode, I sit down with Debbie Despina — a dance costume and apparel designer and a instructor — to talk about what it really takes to diversify your talents and manage multiple income streams.We get into:* how she knew when to start her apparel business* how teaching and designing supported (and sometimes competed with) each other* what it takes to run two businesses at once* and why she ultimately chose to slow down one side of her workThis isn’t about doing more for the sake of it.It’s about making smart decisions with your time, energy, and long-term goals.If you’re a dance or fitness instructor thinking about starting something new — or trying to balance multiple passions — this conversation gives you a real look at what that actually involves.Etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DWebbWebsite: https://bio.site/dwebbdesignsClasses: https://www.despinadance.com/🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t), 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

May 6, 20267 min

Why Free Isn't Helping Your Dance Fitness Business (And What Actually Does) | 105

If you’re a dance or fitness instructor constantly teaching and giving value - but not seeing it turn into real income - this is for you.Many instructors believe that offering free classes or content will grow their business. But in reality, giving everything away for free often leads to burnout, low commitment from students, and inconsistent income.In this episode, I break down why free classes and content alone doesn’t build a sustainable dance fitness business, and what actually does. We talk about the importance of creating a clear customer path - from free content to low-ticket offers to higher-commitment programs - and how this builds trust, retention, and real transformation.If you want to grow your dance fitness classes, increase income, and stop over giving, this episode will help you shift your strategy and start building a business that supports you.🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t): 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

April 29, 202640 min

How One Training Transformed Her Teaching Across All Dance & Fitness Formats | 104

What if one training didn’t just improve one class…but changed everything about how you teach?In this episode, I sit down with Cynthia, a SharQui Instructor Academy graduate, to talk about what really shifted for her — not just in one format, but across all of her dance and fitness classes.We get into:* what her teaching looked like before the Academy* the moment things finally clicked* how she now structures classes for better flow and clarity* and how her students are responding differentlyThis isn’t about learning more choreography.It’s about learning how to teach in a way that actually works — no matter what style you teach.If you’re a dance or fitness instructor who wants your classes to feel smoother, more effective, and easier to teach… this one’s for you.Cynthia’s website: https://lucky13danceandwellness.com/Cynthia’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/lucky13danceco/🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t), 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

April 22, 202613 min

The Truth About Pricing Your Dance & Fitness Classes | 103

If you’re a dance or fitness instructor and you’ve ever thought,“I have no idea what to charge…”you’re not alone.Pricing your classes and services can feel confusing, overwhelming, and honestly… a little uncomfortable.In this episode, I break down why so many instructors feel stuck when it comes to how to price their classes, and what’s actually causing that confusion.We talk about:* why “just charge what others charge” doesn’t work* the real reason pricing feels so unclear* how to start thinking about your value in a different way* and what needs to shift so you can price with clarity and confidenceIf you’ve been second-guessing your prices, undercharging, or avoiding the conversation altogether… this episode will help you finally make sense of it.No fluff.Just a clear path to understanding what you should be charging and why.🔹 Grab your seat for my FREE training, The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t): 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

April 15, 202637 min

Facebook Isn't Dead - Instructors, Here's How To Use It | 102

In this episode, I’m joined again by Jessica of The Stage to talk about something a lot of dance and fitness instructors are confused about right now—Facebook.Is it dead?Is it worth your time?And how are some instructors still growing their business and getting clients from it?We break down what’s actually working on Facebook for dance and fitness instructors, including how to create content that connects, how to turn followers into paying clients, and why so many instructors feel like they’re “posting into the void.”This is not about posting more.It’s about posting with clarity, intention, and strategy.If you’ve been wondering how to use Facebook to grow your fitness business, increase visibility, and attract the right students, this conversation will give you a much clearer direction.For Jessica’s FB course, send a message to Jessica at: https://www.facebook.com/JessicaHolguinTheStage, and type the words “Help Me Grow My Classes”🔹 Get on the waiting list for The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t) 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

March 18, 20268 min

The 3 Types of Dance Fitness Instructors - (Which One Are You?) | 101

A demo class with three instructors turned into a fascinating teaching experiment.One instructor brought huge energy.Another relied on full combos and follow-along choreography.And I approached it the way I always do — break it down, build it up, and bring the room together.Watching the class unfold made one thing crystal clear:There are three distinct types of dance fitness instructors.And once you see the difference between performing a class and teaching one… you can’t unsee it.Let’s talk about it.🔹 Get on the waiting list for The 4 Things I Do To Sell Out Every Class (that other instructors don’t) 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