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When I started ZIND in 2014, all I wanted to do was dance. I quickly realized that running a studio was so much more than the creative outlet it portrays on social media. As the studio grew, so did I. There were a lot of highs, lows, wins, and failed attempts. Here are all the celebrated moments, lessons learned, milestones, and everything in between from having a dance studio.

Outfits for Bollywood Dance Class: What to Wear Jul 26, 2024

Attending a Bollywood dance class is like entering a world of dynamic energy, catching music, and stunning movements. Bollywood dance demands flexibility, comfort, and style from your wardrobe. Knowing what to wear to a Bollywood dance class can enhance your confidence and performance as y...

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A Five Star Review Feb 08, 2024

Earlier today, while I was following up with trial students, I saw we received a 5-star review for our new location. One of the most rewarding moments is checking my phone and seeing messages from our students or parents expressing how our dance studio has positively impacted their lives. ...

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How Bollywood Dance Removes Stage Fright Feb 05, 2024

As a Bollywood dance studio, we actively encourage and provide numerous performance opportunities each semester for our students. While participation in these performances is not mandatory, it is highly recommended, and there's a good reason for it. We firmly believe that growth and confid...

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4 Ways Facebook Ads Can Help A Dance Studio Jan 12, 2024

There are two ways to go about marketing: organic or paid advertising. As a dance studio, we have explored both over the years. Yes, social media is important, but paid advertising is always going to put you in front of more eyes - quicker. We have delved into paid advertising with Yelp, G...

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Why "One More Time" Is Always A Lie Jan 02, 2024

I'm pretty sure I am notorious for this in the classes I have taught. It's creeping up to the end of the class, and I am trying to push students to tap into their energy reserves. I'm using my own language, but I know my students understand exactly what I'm talking

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What Is Bollywood "Fusion" Dance? Dec 22, 2023

Over the last few years, I have witnessed the emergence of the term "Bollywood Fusion" or the intertwining of two dance styles, such as "Bollyhop." We frequently use these terms as class descriptions, and they are now associated with many other dance styles like cla

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From Dance Students To Dance Instructors Dec 21, 2023

There were so many milestones in our ZIND journey. From the time of conception to where we are now, seeing and teaching countless of students, hundreds of performances and heart filled community. But there are moments that really stick out—a dance of generations that warms that brings a pr...

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Two Favorite Reasons On Having A Bollywood Dance Studio Dec 14, 2023

I have been dancing my whole life and always knew I wanted to start a dance studio. I knew I was able to teach well and I loved seeing the idea in my head come alive to a routine on stage. After a few years of having the studio, it became so much more than that. There are two reasons why I...

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Why Are Dance Performances Important? Dec 13, 2023

We have a winter recital coming up and a few of our classes also had a performance recently. Learning Bollywood dance in a dedicated Bollywood dance studio comes with several benefits, and numerous dance  performances are important when learning dance. Performances

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What We Learned During Covid As A Dance Studio Dec 12, 2023

Covid was a global pandemic that affected every individual. As a dance studio, we definitely felt the effects and aftermath of this anxiety ridden time period as we shifted all our classes online. One main thing we realized and felt during Covid was that learning dance is such an in person...

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