Dance Instructors

Employment opportunities should continue to be good for dance instructors, but it’s important to remember that many positions are part time and do not provide a lot of job security. The research firm IBISWorld reports that in 2024, the dance studio industry generated $4.4 billion in revenue, representing about 1.2 percent annual growth since 2019. The pandemic caused a setback for dance studios and dance instructors in 2020 and 2021, with virtual classes replacing in-person instruction due to lockdowns and social distancing requirements. Post pandemic, however, consumers' demand for dance classes has increased, and employment opportunities are expected to be good for dance instructors in the coming years. Social media platforms, such as TikTok and Instagram, have also contributed to more young people signing up for dance classes. As Americans become more enamored of dance competitions and dance-oriented television, cable, and streaming shows, demand will continue to grow for dance instructors.