Private dance lessons and wedding dances

Students preparing for auditions or exams, adults wanting to learn, and engaged couples.

Hourly rate per lesson, or a package of lessons paid upfront. Higher rates are possible for specialist or wedding work.

• Strong skill in your dance style
• Clear one-to-one coaching
• Booking and payment admin

• Public liability insurance, especially if teaching at clients' homes or hired spaces
• A Working With Children Check if you teach under-18s, so check your state's rules
• Council approval may be needed if you teach clients at your home, so check with your local council
• Floor space and safety, as a poor surface can cause injuries

Startup costs are typically around $200 to $1,500, depending on your teaching space, sound equipment, insurance and marketing. These are estimates, so you can start small, travel to clients or teach online.

Monthly revenue is typically around $400 to $2,500, depending on how many students you take, your lesson prices and whether you add wedding dances. You can start with at least about 4 hours a week.

Check public liability insurance, especially at clients' homes or hired spaces, and whether your state requires a Working With Children Check if you teach under-18s. Also check council approval if teaching at your home, and that your floor surface is safe.