In the previous two blog posts (part 1, part 2), we discussed why some dance studios implemented virtual classes, how it was done and some feedback on how well it was received.
In this post, the third and final of the series, we take a look at how a dance studio can continue to utilize a virtual dance class platform going forward as the studio re-opens its doors.
Moving forward, virtual dance classes may remain part of your class delivery. As a studio reopens to in-person classes, virtual classes can meet the needs of families that aren’t yet comfortable with their kids attending face to face lessons. Offering virtual dance classes as an extra option may appeal to more customers.
Liberty Dance Center also offers “Darby’s Dancers” dance classes for children with special needs and vulnerable immune systems. Having an online option for those children allows them to continue their dance lessons from the safety of their home.
Offering a virtual curriculum that complements your in-studio classes might allow you to offer a larger number of classes since you aren’t restricted by your number of dance rooms. Families might also feel a little nervous to send their children to the studio when they are not feeling 100%, so a virtual class option provides the chance to keep their child at home while still being able to participate in a class and not fall behind. Studios in the northern part of the U.S. may also be able to utilize virtual classes when the studio is closed because of “snow days”, rather than dealing with the logistics to deliver makeup classes for students.
Clearly the use of a virtual dance class platform was a savior when faced with the Safer At Home mandates. We see a future of leveraging this technology and experience when faced with future health issues, winter storms or other factors that can potentially close the doors of the dance studio. Nothing beats in-studio classes with special dance floors, face to face teacher and classmate interaction, but virtual classes can be a great part of your studio’s core curriculum when in-studio classes are not feasible.
