Curated props for preschool and school-aged dancers

Bring a fresh, exciting look to your preschool dance classes in the new season! 

Introducing the Twinkle Stars Kit and Showstars POP Kit - curated props for preschool and school-aged dancers designed to meet dancers at their appropriate age and stage. Created by dance industry expert, studio owner, teacher, and mom - Tiffany Henderson.

The Twinkle Stars Kit for ages 2-6 includes an adorable case, wand, tiara and scarf. The Showstars POP Kit for ages 5-7 includes a dance case, pom poms, ribbon wand, and scarf. 

Twinkle Stars Kits help turn dance class into a sensory experience and keep dancers engaged in the studio and at home. Items may be purchased a-la-carte. The scarves, wands, and tiaras are in stock now. Twinkle Star Dance cases are available for preorder now. 

Twinkle Star Dance affiliated studios receive wholesale pricing on the Twinkle Stars cases and props.

Order Here: https://barresafe.com/collections/twinkle-kit

Reinvent your Preschool Class Free Webinar

Get your preschool and school-aged dancers back into the studio safely! 

Tiffany Henderson, dance studio owner and industry expert, shares how she adapted her preschool and school-aged dance curriculum; introduced added value through age-appropriate dancer props; and offers ongoing monthly teacher training sessions.  

Plus, Tiffany shares the creative ways she is offering a Holiday Show experience and ways to maximize additional revenue sources.  

Don’t miss this free information on Wednesday, September 30 9:30am PT/ 12:30pm ET.

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Meet Tiffany Henderson

Tiffany Henderson is an industry leader and dance business expert. Tiffany owns and operates seven Tiffany's Dance Academy locations in Northern California. Her video-based teacher training system and curriculum, Twinkle Star Dance, is currently implemented in 300+ dance studios worldwide.

Back to Dance Series: Dress Code

As we head into a new season of dance we want to share the value of offering a dress code at your studio. Dress codes are an important part of dance studios. Not only is dress code an important stream of revenue for your business. What dancers wear to class can alter the attitude and performance of all dancers in class and later on stage. 

Here are 6 benefits to having a dress code:

1.  Eliminates Distractions

Dancers need to focus in class and many times their clothes (or other dancers clothes) can distract them. 

2.  Allows Dancers to Move Properly

Improper clothing can impact technique and precision; having a dress code ensures teachers can see and correct for proper body alignment. 

3.  Increases Focus

Puts the dancer in the right mindset. When they put on the proper clothes it signals that it's time to get ready for class.

4. Improves Confidence

When students look like dancers, they feel like dancers, and it shows in their confidence and attitude.

5.  Creates Cohesiveness

Makes the dancers feel like they are part of a team.

6.  Teaches Respect

We choose a dress code that is modest and age appropriate. Dancers at all levels can benefit from wearing proper attire when they practice and perform.

Twinkle Star Dance subscribers receive an exclusive 5% discount on Revolution Dancewear. Check out our Twinkle Star Dance Dress Code Pairings for dancers ages 2-12: https://www.revolutiondance.com/twinkle-star-dance-dress-codes

“Tiffany’s Top 4” to reopening your dance studio business during Covid-19

Dance Studio Innovation Series 

Tiffany Henderson with Amanda Scott 

“Our number one priority is the health and safety of your dance community, this includes the extended families of dancers.” 

This has been my guiding principle since March 13, 2020. 

When it comes to reopening your dance studio business to in person classes, I encourage you to follow your state and local guidelines. Also, consider reaching out to your local health department to ensure you keep the health and safety of you, your family, staff, and dancers as your top priority.

That being said, here are four things to keep in mind as you navigate reopening your dance studio business during Covid-19: 

How do you ensure that your dance community will be safe at your studio? 

1.Build consumer confidence.

• Make safety decisions based on health and not finances. 

• Mandatory Zoom Studio Safety Orientations for all dancers - offer these monthly for all new and returning families. This gives them confidence you will enforce rules and have a plan.

• Take your time to reopen your studio, rushing can cause mistakes and lead to subsequent shutdowns. The longer you wait, the more information you will have about how the virus transmits and ways to keep dancers safe.

Now that you have done everything to safeguard your dance community and staff, it’s time to look at how the business can weather the storm. 

2. Plan for the unknown. 

• There are two basic ideas, first is to reduce expenses and the second is to create new revenue streams. 

  • Reduce expenses - Lease Modifications, Reduce Administrative Costs, Adjust Class Durations - Teacher Payroll Hours

  • Create new revenue streams - this can be done through Dress Code, Merchandise, Fees, or New Class Offerings 

Simplify the offerings on your menu by making the class names and descriptions very clear for your customers.  

3. Focused class scheduling. 

• “Fewer and Fuller” - if you anticipate less dancers, we need less payroll.

• Duration of class includes health safety check in and out. 

• Know your Break even number - Minimum dancer count.

Think outside the box when it comes to what dancers get with their monthly tuition and/or membership fees.  

4. Add value. 

• Offer special events to keep dancers and families engaged - Family Dance Party, Fire It Up Family Dance Party. 

• Offer Embedded Content On Demand with Twinkle Star and Showstars Videos for dancers to practice at home. 

• Class supplies and dancer props - Twinkle Stars Kits 

Navigating the New Normal Free Webinar  

Seeing a lower percentage of enrollment for your new dance season? You're not alone! 

Dance studio owner and industry expert, Tiffany Henderson, shares the dance class offerings you need to include in your new season schedule, the messaging needed in your internal and external marketing campaigns, and Tiffany's business strategies to survive the crisis.

Don't miss this free information Wednesday, August 19th 10:30am PST/ 1:30pm EST. Claim your spot: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/19/0nzpkiv

Meet Tiffany Henderson

Tiffany Henderson is an industry leader and dance business expert. Tiffany owns and operates seven Tiffany's Dance Academy locations in Northern California. Her video-based teacher training system and curriculum, Twinkle Star Dance, is currently implemented in 300+ dance studios worldwide.

Get your preschool and school-aged dancers back!

Seeing a lower percentage of enrollment for your new dance season? You're not alone! 

Dance studio owner and industry expert, Tiffany Henderson, shares the dance class offerings you need to include in your new season schedule, the messaging needed in your internal and external marketing campaigns, and Tiffany's business strategies to survive the crisis.

Don't miss this free information Wednesday, August 19th 10:30am PST/ 1:30pm EST.

Claim your spot: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/19/0nzpkiv

Meet Tiffany Henderson

Tiffany Henderson is an industry leader and dance business expert. Tiffany owns and operates seven Tiffany's Dance Academy locations in Northern California. Her video-based teacher training system and curriculum, Twinkle Star Dance, is currently implemented in 300+ dance studios worldwide.