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In Episode 90, we're sharing ALL the details about our two brand new Camp Confetti themes which are available now to pre-order! You don't want to miss out on the K-Pop trend this summer, and we've got you covered with not one but TWO fun K-Pop camps...one for preschool and one for elementary ages! You can read all about these fun new camps on our blog ! Don't miss out on our K-Pop Bundle that includes our NEW Marketing Max Pack for FREE ($150 value!). This offer expires on 12/1/25, so get both camps plus a bonus extra 6 social images with canva template for customizing and a short promo reel! After 12/1, the Marketing Max Pack will be $75 per camp! Shop it all on our website on the Camp Confetti Tab ! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 89, we're back with our 5 Fun Things series! After a very busy stretch at Rhythm and Confetti, we’re excited to reconnect and share what we’ve been up to. Here are 5 Fun Fall Festivities we've been up to at Rhythm since our last episode! 1. Year-End Show Reveal Our annual Reveal continues to be one of the most anticipated events of the entire season. With a large graduating class and a need for lots of character opportunities, we built four days of clues leading up to the announcement. The reveal of The Greatest Rhythm Show: A Sparktacular Circus Spectacle —our circus-inspired spin on The Greatest Showman—generated huge buzz in the studio and online. Immediately afterward, we decorated our Fun Wall with themed banners and balloons, which became a favorite photo spot throughout the fall. 2. Fun at the Fair with Senior Edge Company To celebrate the new show theme and give our seniors a night out, we headed to the North Georgia State Fair. The dancers arrived in Circus-inspired looks (with grads dressed as their individual show characters), and the bright fairgrounds provided the perfect backdrop for fun and colorful photos we’ll use throughout the season. We created a scavenger hunt, divided them into teams, and sent them off to complete creative tasks—from snapping cotton candy pics to teaching dance moves to strangers. At the end of the night, dancers filled out a form with personalized compliments for each teammate. We compiled the messages into keepsake prints featuring a photo and all the notes from their peers. 3. Year-End Show Retreat Our annual retreat remains a cornerstone of our season. We rented a peaceful Airbnb south of Atlanta to focus on planning the entire show—concepts, music, edits, costumes, costume orders, emails, dress rehearsal schedules, and more. The setting allowed for fresh air, walks, porch time, and the kind of creative space that makes the workload manageable. It was packed with productivity, but also with fun, food, and a little college football in the background. 4. Halloweek at Rhythm Halloweek is always a fall favorite. Dancers dress up all week long, and our faculty goes all-in with coordinated costumes for a themed photo and video shoot scheduled during a staff meeting. This year, even with a circus theme in play, K-Pop Demon Hunter–inspired costumes absolutely dominated. Our adult classes also delivered full-out, spooky, highly produced videos with elaborate staging and costumes. Their commitment grows every year and the results are always a highlight! 5. Raise the Roof and Hammer Out Hunger With construction still underway on our new studios, we leaned into a building theme for our fall community outreach. We launched a food drive benefiting MUST Ministries, and our Rhythm families responded with incredible generosity. A friendly competition between companies added extra excitement, with the winning group earning a pizza party. Next month we’ll shift from food to warm clothing, collecting coats and winter wear for local schools. We always look forward to giving back to our community! That’s our fall recap. If you’d like us to dive deeper into any of these topics, reach out by DM or email. And be sure to join us next time—we’re heading into Camp Confetti reveal season, and we can’t wait to share what’s coming for summer! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 88, we’re diving into 5 Fun Things from our annual Staff Kick-Off—a tradition that helps us reconnect, realign on our mission, and set the tone for a great season. With our big move coming up, we kept this year’s meeting intentionally lighter, knowing a more intensive training is on deck soon. 1) Staff Lunch Away from the Studio A cozy, cute space that keeps setup and cleanup simple—perfect for keeping the vibe relaxed and focused on connection. 2) Big Build Bash Theme Carryover We love a theme for clarity and cohesion. With our new studio underway, the construction vibe we used at Open House made decor, slides, and materials easy and on-brand. 3) Fun, Organized Info Delivery + New Staff Resources We used Canva slides and Rhythm visuals to make “important things” engaging. Faculty leads covered key areas: HR processes (payroll, time-off, sub logs), taking roll/Dancer of the month, assistant best practices, and more. We paired this with Rhythmpedia—our new branded Enrollio landing page linking everything (policies, forms, calendars, schedules)—and a staff "BAND" in the BAND app for ongoing team communication. 4) Personalized Notebook with Staff Guidelines Digital is great, but a printed, stickered, Rhythm-branded notebook helps everyone follow along. We added our Top 10 must-knows from our Staff Guidelines for quick reference and asked every team member to send their top 5 takeaways from the handbook. 5) Rhythm-Branded Bag with Fun Items A last-minute win that felt personal: a cute tote with a Rhythm patch (heat-pressed!), plus fun goodies like a mini brush, hair ties, electronic wipes—and a colorful pouch with cash to purchase role-ready items (dance shoes, a class bag, hair supplies, leggings/dancewear). It’s practical, appreciated, and fun to see what everyone picks! This was Part 1 of our season kick-off. -- a lighter version but still very necessary to bring everyone together and put us all on the same page at the start of a new season. A larger training will follow as we prep for our big move later this year. Thanks for listening—we’ll be back soon with a brand-new episode! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Episode 87 – Dance Teacher Summit Recap In this episode of Make Dance Fun , Becca and Dani share a recap from Dance Teacher Summit in New York City . Dance Teacher Summit Highlights: New York Energy: Being back in NYC was a highlight in itself—the food, style, and nonstop inspiration brought fresh energy to the experience. Connecting with Friends: They reconnected with industry friends, fellow teachers, and alumni. Meeting Melissa McGee and her Ohio State Dance Team in person was a highlight, and their staffs bonded over brunch and shared ideas. Garment District Becca and Dani, along with some staff, squeezed in a quick trip to the garment district. Creative Staff Outing: A fun trip to an Klein Designs embroidery studio in Brooklyn, run by a Rhythm alum, gave their staff a chance to personalize items and have a fun night out. ACE Awards: Rhythm alum Bella Mills presented choreography and they loved attending this event. Becca and Dani presented two sessions: “Summer Down to a Science” – using the scientific method as a creative framework for structuring fun and successful summer programs. Branding & Social Media – tips, strategies, and reminders for keeping your studio’s presence strong and fresh. Staff Takeaways With a large group of their team in attendance, Rhythm was able to “divide and conquer” across multiple classes. The staff shared notes and insights in real time and are already implementing improvements, such as updating trial class processes and refreshing assistant teacher strategies. Their teachers especially loved the hip hop sessions and getting inspo for new class combos! Becca & Dani’s Personal Favorite Classes Dani: A seminar with Lauren Ritchie on guiding kids through their emotional journey in dance. Becca: Classes with Shanna Kirkpatrick, especially Discipline Over Distraction , which offered practical time management tools. Looking Ahead The Summit energized them to bring new ideas back to Rhythm and continue implementing them with their staff. Next up - travel to Nashville for the Dance Educators Collective , where they’ll present again and serve as council members. Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 86, we welcome back Melissa McGee from Lineage Dance in Columbus, Ohio. Melissa has had incredible growth since opening her studio just a few years ago, and she’s here to continue our 5 Fun Things series and share what she’s doing at her studio right now that you might want to try, too! 1. Back-to-Dance Merchandise Boxes Melissa noticed there weren’t many local dancewear shopping options, so she created an easy, branded “dancewear in a box” package. Parents can order or attend try-on nights, and each box includes everything dancers need—shoes, tights, leotards, and more—ready for pickup at the studio’s open house. It’s a huge time-saver for parents and ensures dancers are performance-ready from day one. 2. Choreo Camp with Clues For their competition hip hop production, Melissa added extra excitement by mailing physical clues to dancers before camp. Each clue hinted at the theme, building anticipation and making the choreo week feel like a big reveal and team-bonding event. 3. Friday Night Lights Parents’ Night Out Capitalizing on football season, the studio offers themed “Friday Night Lights” events so parents can enjoy the game while younger dancers have fun at the studio. These are offered a few times each fall, sell out quickly, and are a great way to provide a community service while bringing in extra revenue. 4. Studio Orientation Videos with Kids as Hosts Melissa’s team created short, engaging social media videos featuring an adorable young dancer guiding viewers through the new studio space. This fun, shareable format communicates important information in a way parents and kids love—while also showing off the studio’s personality. 5. Academic Partnership Incentive (In the Works!) Inspired by programs like Pizza Hut’s “Book It,” Melissa is working with a local business, Storyline, to create a reward system for academic achievements. The idea is to encourage dancers to excel both in the studio and at school, with incentives like dancewear or special perks for reaching reading or grade goals. We love how Melissa combines smart business ideas, strong branding, and creative twists to make her studio experience stand out. Whether it’s streamlining the parent experience, building anticipation for big events, or finding new ways to connect with the community, these 5 Fun Things are full of inspiration you can adapt for your own studio! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

We’re heading back to New York City for Dance Teacher Summit, and we couldn’t be more excited! In this episode of the Make Dance Fun Podcast , we’re sharing the top 5 things we’re looking forward to as we prepare for this incredible event. Whether you’re attending DTS this year or just dreaming of a trip to NYC, this episode will inspire you with ideas and tips for making the most of your experience. Here’s what we’re talking about: 1. Attending with our Executive Leadership Team It’s been so long since we’ve been able to attend DTS together as a full team, and we know it will be energizing and inspiring. 2. Networking and Brainstorming One of the best parts of DTS is connecting with other like-minded studio owners and educators. We can’t wait to brainstorm ideas and bring renewed energy and inspiration back to our team and students. 3. Confetti on the Dance Floor at DTS NYC is where we first launched Confetti on the Dance Floor in 2016, so being back at this event is extra special. We’ll be debuting new WOW Cards, offering show specials, and hosting two seminars: Summer Down to a Science: Formulas for Fun & Success Confetti Worthy Content: Social Media & Branding 4. Hitting the Garment District We only have one afternoon to explore, but we’ll make it count! We’ll visit our favorite fabric and trim stores, including MOOD, Hai Trim, and Spandex House, with Beth joining us for the first time. 5. Being Inspired by NYC Broadway shows, unique restaurants, retail spaces, museums—the city itself is a creative reset. We’re excited to soak up all the inspiration NYC has to offer and bring it back home for the upcoming season. We’re also sharing tips for making the most of Dance Teacher Summit, from how to stay organized, to making time for daily debriefs, to how to take what you’ve learned and put it into action when you return home. If you’ll be at DTS, we’d love to see you! Stop by our booth, attend one of our seminars, or say hello in the hall. If you’re listening from home, we hope this episode gives you a peek into the magic of DTS and a little NYC inspiration for your next visit. If you’re enjoying the Make Dance Fun Podcast , we’d love for you to leave a 5-star review! Your feedback means so much to us, and you might even get a shout-out or fun prize in a future episode. Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 84 of the Make Dance Fun Podcast, we're back with another edition of our “5 Fun Things” series—this time, highlighting some of our favorite resources that we use at our studio on the regular! Here are 5 fun resources that make our studio lives easier, more creative, and more fun! Check out our blog post for links ! 1. Canva Print Services Yes, everyone uses Canva but have you explored their print services? We've used them for mugs, banners, flyers, and more. The quality is fantastic, the turnaround is quick, and it's so easy to design and order in one spot. Go to “Print Products” in Canva and browse. So much you can create and order! 2. Sticker Mule We use Sticker Mule for nearly every event at Rhythm: stickers, magnets, car decals, you name it. While we usually upload our own designs, they’ve really improved their internal design tools too, so you can play around with their templates if needed. They’re reliable, fast, and the product always turns out great. 3. QR Code Monkey We’re making QR codes constantly, and this is our favorite site. It's free, super easy, and gives you tons of fun options to customize the look—colors, logos, styles, and more. It’s a simple way to align your QR codes with your branding or campaign and help you stay organized by dropping your logo into the center. 4. Studio Shuffle We discovered this amazing resource at Studio Owner University and were instantly sold. It has completely changed the way we build our class schedules. It offers drag-and-drop, visual layout, conflict alerts, color coding and more! We use it for full-year schedules, summer camps, and rehearsal planning. Bonus: it actually makes the whole process kind of fun?! 5. Custom Patch Experience We’ve mentioned this before, but it’s worth repeating. We created our own designs in Canva and uploaded them to Ninja Patches. The quality is awesome, the turnaround is quick, and the options are versatile (iron-on, glue, or attach to merch). We’ve used patches for dress rehearsals, shows, open houses, team wear, even teacher gifts. We purchased our patch press machine from amazon and it even came in a fun pink color! Pro tip: use it on a sturdy table! These are just a few of the ways we’re staying inspired and prepared for the season ahead. If you’re using a resource you love, let us know—we’re always on the hunt for fun and functional new finds! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Welcome to Episode 83 of the Make Dance Fun Podcast! It’s the middle of summer, and while we’re all squeezing in a little time off between camps and competitions, it’s also a great window to knock out a few things around the studio—and actually make them fun! We’re continuing our Five Fun Things series with this week’s topic: 5 Fun Things to Freshen Up Your Studio before the new season begins. These updates don’t have to be major or expensive, even small changes can bring fresh energy and boost excitement for both your staff and your dancers. Here are the 5 Fun Things we talk about in this episode: 1. Refresh Your Branding Summer is the perfect time to update your branding. Think logos, retractable banners, step and repeats, A-frame signs, neon signs, and business cards. Whether it's a full refresh or just a few new pieces, make sure your look is current and consistent across your studio, website, and social media. It’s a great way to reintroduce your brand with a fresh perspective. 2. Upgrade a Space (and Make It Fun) Pick one area to give a little glow-up—your lobby, front desk, staff room, or even a customer space. A new coat of paint, some wallpaper, fresh desk accessories, or a fun vase with flowers can completely change the vibe. It doesn’t have to be expensive—just intentional and inviting. 3. Create a Kickoff Theme Planning a theme for your season kickoff can set the tone in the best way. Carry it through your open house, team kickoff, first week of classes, and even into your decor and playlists. Some theme ideas we love: Go for Goals (Olympic theme) Team Rhythm Retro Rhythm Beach Bash Electric Garden Party Planet Rhythm Launch Party Rhythm Berry Bananza Themes make everything easier to brand—from dress-up days to welcome gifts and social content. 4. Build a Selfie or TikTok Wall Encourage engagement by creating a fun, on-brand photo or video wall. It could be a painted mural, a paper roll backdrop, felt cutouts, or anything creative. Add a sign or sticker incentive to get dancers posting and tagging your studio. 5. Drop Some Fresh Merch Nothing says "new season" like new swag. Update your logo wear with things dancers and parents actually want...t-shirts, patch hats or bags, water bottles, ribbon elastics, scrunchies, pencils, car magnets, even jibbitz. These items help build excitement and create walking advertisements for your brand. BONUS TIP Now’s a great time to restock any resources you use throughout the season—like WOW Cards , 567cre8 Cards , Twirl , and Twist materials. A little prep now saves a lot of time later. So… what are we working on right now? We’re updating our website and refreshing our logo, and while we’re still nailing down the exact theme for our open house, we’re definitely in full-on planning mode—especially with our new studio on the horizon. Some of these projects will roll out this season, and others will debut with the big move, but it’s exciting to be laying the groundwork now. Even one small update can boo Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Welcome to episode 82 of the Make Dance Fun Podcast! Today, we’re kicking off a brand-new series called Five Fun Things —a collection of episodes where we’ll share creative ways to bring more FUN into different parts of your dance season. Because, after all, our mission is to help you Make Dance Fun! In this episode, we’re focusing on five fun things you can do during company intensives, summer camps, choreography weeks, or anytime your company dancers are spending extra time together. These ideas are geared specifically toward team bonding, motivation, and building studio culture—and they’ve all been tested and loved at our own studio. Here are the 5 Fun Things we’re diving into: 1. Outside-the-Studio Adventures From pool parties and popsicles to mini golf and roller skating, getting dancers out of the studio helps them connect in a totally different way. These casual hangouts create space for conversations and camaraderie. Add in a fun challenge like a scavenger hunt or team craft to encourage interaction with someone new. 2. Motivational Prizes A little surprise can go a long way. Stock up on fun finds from the Target dollar aisle or similar spots, and hand them out as rewards for hard work, leadership, or positive attitudes. We’ve done custom prizes like the Happy Rhythm Hippo or Sharp Rhythm Shark , often paired with a snack and a fun graphic. These are great for staff to hand out—or even let dancers nominate each other! 3. Headshots & Posters We love taking individual headshots of our company dancers and creating colorful, branded posters for display at events. It adds a level of professionalism and pride. Group shots are great too if time allows. We include this in our company fees and use the photos throughout the season. 4. Get-to-Know-You Games A great icebreaker activity to build connections. You can DIY fun superlatives or prompts like “Most likely to win a tap battle” or “Always has snacks.” These spark laughter and help dancers get off their phones and into real conversations. We’re actually working on releasing this activity as a digital download soon! 5. Team Goal Setting & Vision Boards Whether you're guiding individual dancers or small groups, vision boards are a meaningful way to set goals together. Give them a worksheet, or let them cut and paste from magazines, printouts, or Pinterest. We’ve done this at the studio and even off-site at art studios. The goal is for them to collaborate on something visual that can hang in the studio and remind them of their shared purpose. Group photos add a nice personal touch. Our Favorite Team Bonding Memory? A Barbie-themed night at Avalon—complete with dinner, a scavenger hunt, games, crafts, friendship bracelets, and a photo shoot. It was pink, fun, and unforgettable! We hope today’s episode inspires you to incorporate a few of these ideas into your own intensives, rehearsals, or company gatherings. Not only do they build stronger teams—they also make for great content. Capture the moments and share them through a reel, TikTok, vlog, or photo carousel. These are the things that highlight your studio’s personality and set you apart. Thanks so much for listening. We’ll be back next week with another fun and creative episode of the Make Dance Fun Podcast! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Welcome back to Make Dance Fun ! In episode 81, we’re diving into something BIG: our brand-new dance studio space! Now that nationals are behind us, we’re shifting focus to prepping for the upcoming season—and at the top of our list is building out our brand-new studio! This week, we’re sharing more about the journey that’s been 32 years in the making. We’re reflecting on where we started (hello, one-studio-one-bathroom days!) and how we’ve intentionally grown—saving, scaling, and setting goals every step of the way. Here’s a peek at what we cover in this episode: The New Studio Journey Initial plans began in 2020—just as we were navigating COVID Explored staying in our current space vs. finding something new 2023–24: started working with a broker and project manager to explore every option: renovating, buying, building, even shopping centers! May 2024: shifted to looking at lease options June 2024: toured what would become the space Hired an architect (after interviewing several!) and finalized the design vision Signed the lease in February 2025 and started the permitting and demo process Spoiler: lots of fun planning… and lots of not-so-fun budgeting Our Must-Haves (aka solutions to our current pain points!) Parking! (finally) Storage, including a loading dock and lift Better layout for functionality—hello outlets and delivery zones! 9 total dance studios (including 4 big ones!) Better bathrooms, family-friendly options, and dedicated changing rooms (that won’t double as closets!) Dedicated costume/craft space + staff lounge + conference room Senior Edge hangout space upstairs The FUN Stuff We’re Dreaming Up Eye-catching entrance and front desk (still designing this!) Merch area + podcast room + RHYTHM wall Gorgeous staircase that leads to an upstairs overlook A colorful, sparkly, personality-packed space that feels like us This is truly going to be the most RHYTHM-y space we’ve ever created, and we cannot wait to bring it to life! There’s still a long road ahead, but we’ll keep you posted along the way—with lots more behind-the-scenes updates to come in future episodes. Thanks for tuning in—and if you're dreaming of a new space for your studio someday, we hope our journey inspires you! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 80, we’re diving into what happens once the show begins —from loading the truck to the final confetti blast!! If you caught Episode 79, you already heard all the behind-the-scenes prep that goes into our show season. If not, make sure to listen to that one as well! In this episode, we're covering: The week of the show : Friday truck load-out Tuesday–Wednesday: lobby decor, tech, rehearsals, props, balloons & more Thursday–Sunday: 8 shows, organized call times, calm backstage vibes Sunday night: smooth load-out and a well-deserved Monday break Top 10 Things That Make Our Shows Special Full Team Commitment – Our love for the show runs deep, and it’s contagious! Smiling Greeters – From parking lot to program hand-off, happy faces are everywhere. Lobby Decor Magic – Oz-themed displays, vintage finds, and thoughtful details set the tone. On-Stage Welcome – We open every show personally to recognize staff, seniors, and YOU. Opening Number + Welcome Video – It sets the tone and flows right into our tiny dancers. Preschool & Elementary Productions – They get the royal treatment, with full props and character interaction. On-Theme Everything – From dressing rooms to signage to stanchions, every detail reflects the show’s theme. Backstage Dream Team – Assigned teams for props, dressing rooms, character changes, and crowd control. Pro Photo + Video – Capturing content live so we can share real-time show magic online. Clear Ending + Confetti – A joyful, energetic finale every single time. Plus, we share a few more wins, some behind-the-scenes logistics, and how intentional planning keeps things running smoothly—even when last-minute challenges pop up. We truly believe our Year-End Show is our best marketing of the year . And if you're a studio owner who wants help with recital planning, check out our in-depth course—we break it all down step-by-step. Thanks for tuning in, and we hope this inspires you to make your next show even more FUN! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In episode 79, we're taking you behind the scenes of our 7-month journey from our October Year-End Show Retreat all the way through dress rehearsal week! We’re sharing how we plan, what gets done when, and how our team brings it all together to create a magical show experience. Here’s a month-by-month breakdown of our show planning timeline: November: Met with full staff to recap retreat plans Saw Wicked (three times!) for creative inspiration Sent show day/time and costume info to families Master spreadsheet begins! December: Ordered costumes Continued editing music for every class January: Delivered music to staff Launched costume lookbooks and theme reveals Started choreography and prop planning Costumes began arriving and were sorted into garment bags February: Finalized music (voiceovers, sound effects, etc.) Continued choreography and prop building Began building our personalized show app Started early logistics planning with DRT (ticketing partner) March: Choreography goal: complete by month’s end Uploaded practice videos for dancers Preschool show leaders began working directly with classes Started planning backstage team April: Routines finalized and shared with characters Set pieces in full creation mode Began building show program Ordered merch + goody bag items Released full show info packet to families May: PURE MADNESS (and lots of magic!) Final staff meeting before the big week Tickets and merch sales go smoothly Hosted our character photo shoot Dress rehearsal week! Rehearse, group photo, photo ops, and more Finished and printed the program – a fan favorite! Created fun new photo ops and custom merch experiences Filmed our Welcome Video – 15 years strong! Set the finale and wrapped up with final rehearsals Packed up every last thing needed for the theater Final Curveball: Just days before the show, we were hit with a last-minute venue construction notice! We had to pivot quickly, reconfigure logistics, and communicate new plans—all during a major storm! But with quick thinking and teamwork, everything came together. Challenges: Delays due to waiting on music tied to the Wicked movie Balancing a busy comp/convention season with show planning Last-minute venue access change Wins: Incredible production value and theme More creative and fun merch options Our custom app made info easy to access Our rockstar team made it all happen! Every season is a new adventure—and we’re always learning and improving. Stay tuned for our next episode, where we’ll dive into everything that happens at the theater —from load-in to load-out! Thanks for listening! Have a tip or trick that works for your studio? We’d love to hear it. Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

We’re back with Episode 78! And we’re recapping six big things that have happened over the past six months at Rhythm and Confetti on the Dance Floor — and giving you a sneak peek at what’s coming this summer. From new Camp Confettis to our biggest announcement ever (we’re moving!), this episode is packed with all the fun, chaos, and sparkle you expect from us. Here's what we cover: 1. New Camp Confetti Themes We launched Pink Bubbles & Emerald Energy (Wicked-inspired) and Bark in the Park: A Big Blue Adventure (Bluey-inspired), and we’re loving all the pics and videos coming in. These two new themes have been a huge hit with studio owners and dancers alike. 2. Studio Owner University with MTJGD We attended Studio Owner University in beautiful Amelia Island with our team—Krista, Kelsey, and Shelley—and left full of inspiration, ideas, and to-do lists. SOU is always a reset, and having our team there this year gave us fresh perspectives on everything from tuition to communication. Plus, our Confetti booth had one of its best events yet. 3. Summer at Rhythm is in Full Swing Even though summer registration launched in February, we officially kicked off summer camps just a few days ago. After a quick regroup post-show, our team is dialed in and ready—improving everything from communications and staffing to crafts and content creation. The energy in the studio is high, and we’re loving it. 4. We’re Moving and Expanding After 32 years (and 25 in our current building), we’re making a massive move to a brand new, 9-studio, 25,000 sq. ft. space later this fall. It’s a huge milestone and we’re still in permitting, but we’re so excited to share this journey with you. Expect full episodes soon about this transition—we’ve got big plans to make this the most Rhythm space ever. 5. Survived Competition & Convention Season January through April was wild. From intense schedules to dazzling custom costumes (shoutout to Beth for sewing every piece!), we made it through the busiest season ever. Our production number continues to be a huge creative outlet—we may not choreograph it anymore, but we’re still deeply involved in all things music, costuming, and storytelling. 6. RHYTHMerald City OZtravaganza is in the Books We just wrapped our epic Year-End Show and we’re still buzzing. From the vibrant theme to the over-the-top production, this show might be one of our all-time favorites. There’s so much to share, we’re planning a deep dive soon. If you have questions, send them our way. Plus: Our Summer Confetti Schedule Dance Teacher Summit – August 8–11, New York City Energize Conference – August 14–17 Dance Educators Collective – August 28–31, Nashville Thanks for catching up with us—we’re excited to be back and have so much more in store. Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In episode 77, we're talking about our annual year-end show retreat, sharing our top takeaways, organization hacks, and some creative touches we add to make our year-end show is a fun and unique experience! Annual Year-End Show Retreat Highlights Pre-Retreat Prep Review last season’s recap to set clear goals. Streamline props and sets; reduce and repurpose where possible. Pre-plan with team: collaborative playlists, light decor, idea sharing via Google Docs. Brainstorm preschool production ideas in advance with voice recordings. Setting the Creative Scene Retreat held in a decor-rich setting inspired by Oz and Wicked themes. Green decor, custom banners, themed books, and collectibles for an immersive environment. Key team member Beth joined for early insight into props, sets, and coordination for smoother season planning. Retreat Agenda Arrange costumes on poster boards for visual organization. Finalize show concepts, music, costume sizing, and themes. Develop massive planning spreadsheets, finalize dress rehearsal schedules, and outline communication materials for families. Compile visual boards for costume inspiration and show themes. Costume Planning Quicker costume selection process. Frustrations with character costumes addressed. Organized costumes with garment bags and tags. Finished the lookbook ahead of schedule. Fun Elements Listening to themed playlists. Candy bar, themed drinks, bell for costume choices. Oz-inspired “explosion” cake and charcuterie board. Top 3 Wins Dani : Detailed notes, organized props and sets, early hand-held prop orders. Becca : Completed lookbook early, streamlined decor, more organized with Beth’s support for team questions. Pro Tip: Consider planning a day or afternoon retreat if a full weekend isn’t possible. Did You Know? We offer a recital planning course! Your Fun Big Show is a Complete Recital Planning Course with an extra fun Confetti factor! We’ll provide you with a proven formula and lots of tools to plan the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, CONFETTI-ational Fun Big Show ever! This Course allows you to listen and learn at your own pace to nearly 3 hours of recorded presentations from us, as well as all the notes, guides, resources and more! Purchase it today and your download will be emailed to you immediately! Related Episodes on Recital and Show Planning Planning YOUR Fun Big Show (+ Our Fave Recital Moments)! Fall Recital-A-Rama Make Recital Planning Fun Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 76, we're talking all things HALLOWEEK and sharing fun things we do at our studio to make dance extra fun! Some of the things we talk about are: Encourage dancers to dress as a character from our show theme and give out a special sticker if they do Staff Pumpkin Pizzazz party Staff photo - everyone chooses a character from our theme to dress as and we have an annual group and individual photo to use in program and on birthday posts. Halloween decor in our Year-End Show theme Class fun - our teachers all have their favorite games they do, from obstacle courses to choreo contests and a fun game called get it got it good Halloweek on the Dance Floor - our free Halloween Hip Hop Combo for you to teach to your classes. This is our 9th year! Check out this year's video and link to all our past ones too! You can read all about it in our blog post too, and see link to our past 8 years of fun Halloween videos also! How to use the combo: Have dancers learn ahead of time - make it a competition Having an event? Teach to all and record it as a music video in diff areas of studio or outside! Learn it and teach it to your classes! Record and make some reels to post during Halloweek! Have your dancers get their phones during class and learn it! Give them some time and then have them record and put on your social Even have your staff learn it and do it all together. Kids will love that! Don't overthink Halloweek! Just add something simple and new...use a halloween playlist in every class, share halloween coloring sheets with all your preschool classes, or create a pumpkin patch obstacle course with your elementary age dancers. Make it festive in any way you can and your dancers and families will love it. Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In Episode 75 of Make Dance Fun, we continue our Confetti Conversation with the amazing Melissa McGhee, Head Coach of The Ohio State Dance Team who also owns her own studio, Lineage Dance in Columbus, Ohio! Make sure you listen to Part 1 if you haven't listened yet! In Part 2, Melissa talks all things team mentality, leadership, how she scouts, recruits, what she looks for in her team members and so much more. This is a great episode for everyone in the dance world to listen to, including dancers! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In episode 74 of Make Dance Fun, we are SO excited to have a Confetti Conversation with Melissa McGhee, studio owner and Head Coach of The Ohio State Dance Team! If you do not already know Melissa, you are in for a treat to learn about her background, how she became head coach of the nation's top dance team, and all about her own studio which is now in its third season! You'll also get to here the fun story of how we came to know Melissa! We had so much to talk about with her that we had to break up the episode into two parts! So stay tuned for Part 2 of this episode next week! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

In this podcast episode, we introduce our new TWIST program, sharing why we created it and how it fits into our dance studio, along with the many class options we offer for our K-2 dancers. We start by giving an update on our "State of Confetti" meeting, an annual planning session for our 9th Confetti season. During this meeting, we planned two Camp Confetti events, chose our marketing theme for the year (which you'll have to wait to see!), organized a photo shoot and trade shows, and reviewed what worked well last year and where we can improve. We also discussed customer engagement ideas like Halloweek on the Dance Floor and top customer gifts. Becca and Dani each shared their favorite part of the planning retreat and set goals for Confetti. Now, on to the TWIST program. We created this program to offer more class variety for our Kindergarten dancers. Some of the classes we offer include: TWIST – a tap class featured in our show Fairytale Ballet Hip Hop and Pop TWIST Petite Pizzazz – an invite-only class with tap and jazz K-2 Ballet/Tap K-2 Jazz/Hip Hop Acro Musical Theater Dance Marquee Magic Pre Petite Spotlight (K-1) Petite SL (1st-2nd grade) We know this age group has a wide range of skill levels, so we wanted to provide plenty of options to meet their needs. TWIST was created to replace our previous Twirl Agua program for Kindergarten. After noticing that Agua had lower enrollment compared to our other Twirl levels, we realized these dancers were ready for something more challenging and different. That’s when we developed TWIST, specifically designed for Kindergarten but also perfect for K-2 dancers. TWIST works similarly to our Twirl program. We provide a teacher guide with detailed lesson plans, but you can customize it to fit your classes and studio. The program focuses on Jazz and Tap, incorporating a themed obstacle course into each lesson. We use fun tools like confetti cones, hula hoops, a balance beam, and “tracks” for spot markers to keep the kids engaged. There are also Twist Tumblers (dice games) and hopscotch patterns to add even more excitement. When you purchase TWIST, you get: A Teacher Guide with 10 themed lesson plans (5 for jazz, 5 for tap) Colorful graphics and templates for activities like Twist Tumbler dice, Twist Tracks spot markers, a Twist Certificate, and more A Twist Bag Tag for dancers’ bags 10 Activity/Coloring Sheets reinforcing jazz and tap terminology Two Twist Trackers (one for jazz, one for tap) to help dancers track their progress A source list for optional products to enhance the program A Spotify Playlist with music suggestions for each theme Decor Suggestions for each theme If you're already using our Twirl Preschool Program, you'll be happy to know that the themes for TWIST align perfectly with Twirl, making it easier to decorate your studio for both programs. TWIST is easy to implement, but we recommend purchasing it at least five days before starting so you have time to review the materials and gather any supplies. Add a colorful twist to your K-2 tap and jazz classes by ordering your download today! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Episode 72: From Year-End to Start Over Again: A Big Recap! - **Welcome Back!** - After a long break, we’re excited to return with Episode 72! Our last podcast was about planning your summer, and now we're sharing what came next—a lot has happened in the past six months! - **CAMP CONFETTI Success** - Launched our most successful camp ever, “In My Sparkle Era.” - Other popular camps included "Pink Pajama Party" and "Dancing in My Dreams." - “Perfectly Pink Destination Dream Vacation” was also a big hit. - We loved seeing how great everything looked, and we're so proud of how everyone nailed it! - **Rhythm Nation Barbie Dream Vacation** - Produced the opening number for our show with 75 dancers. - This production set the tone for our year-end shows and was a collaboration of our company faculty and guest choreographers. - Came together in about 10 days before hitting the stage. - **Company Auditions** - Over 300 dancers auditioned, and we successfully cast 11 companies. - We used our tried-and-true formula, which we shared in Episode 42. - Auditions were held in April, allowing us to organize schedules for the season. - **Company Party** - Hosted two giant Barbie-themed parties, highlighting our graduating seniors and recognizing every dancer with awards. - The event was filled with all things PINK. - **Year-End Shows** - Faced a few more technical difficulties than usual, particularly with media on the LED wall, but everything worked out in the end. - We elevated the lobby experience with custom setups, including a “Hotel Rhythm” registration desk, balloons, and banners. - We went full out with props and sets but plan to scale back this year to cut costs. - **Summer Camps at Rhythm** - This summer was our biggest ever, with 2-3 camps running each week. - Camp Rhythm, our full-day musical theater camp, was so successful that we’re considering adding a third session next season. - **The Dance Awards** - Enjoyed seeing our students perform their best routines of the season. - Recorded a special two-part podcast episode with an amazing guest—stay tuned! - **Welcome Back Party & Staff Kickoff** - Themed around the Olympics with "TEAM RHYTHM - Let The Games Begin!" - Activities included a pennant craft, obstacle course, and a step and repeat. - We kicked off the season with new staff members, custom shirts, and notebooks during a catered dinner at the studio. - **Energize and Other Conventions** - Attended Rhee Gold’s Dance Life and Dance Teacher Web with Shelley and Beth. - Introduced new WOW Cards and a subscription service—more info coming soon! - Gained inspiration at Revolution’s “ENERGIZE” conference in Chicago, where we previewed new costumes and attended seminars. - **Season 32 Begins!** - Last Monday marked the start of Rhythm’s 32nd season. - We have several exciting podcasts planned for the fall—stay tuned for more consistent episodes! - **Closing** - Thank you for listening! We hope you’re having a great start to your season. Have a fantastic week—bye! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest

Welcome to Episode 71 of Make Dance Fun! Today, we're diving into summer planning. Summer Launch Introduce theme with decorative elements Fun game and prizes for engagement. Next Steps: Use a Google Form to gauge teacher interest and skills, allowing for new opportunities and assistant training. Maintain weekly promotion of camps via email schedules, posters with QR codes, and coordinated social media posts. Employ Facebook ads for lesser-registered camps and include in newsletters. Schedule Summer planning meetings to organize camp details and tasks. Summer Planning Meeting: Set up working sessions to organize crafts, schedules, playlists, etc. Communicate details with staff involved in specific camps. Promotional Content: Capture fun photos with studio dancers for camp promotion. Keep announcing Summer Company Dates and other requirements clearly. Camp Confetti Planning: Plan a detailed session in May with Camp Confetti teaching team to outline activities and schedules. Preparation Importance: Early planning ensures filled camps, staff readiness, and smooth operations. Reminder: Camp Confetti new themes are still on special ; grab yours now! Conclusion: Thanks for tuning in! If you're at SOU, come say hi! Let's Get Social! Join our FREE Confetti Circle Request to join our private Facebook Group Follow us on Insta , Facebook and Pinterest