Online aero dance classes

People who prefer to exercise at home, such as parents, shift workers, people in areas without nearby studios and those who feel shy in a gym.

A monthly membership, per-class tickets or class bundles. Online classes can reach people beyond your town without extra room rental.

• Fitness and stamina
• Choreography and music sense
• Coaching through a camera
• Basic video and sound setup

• Music licensing: streaming or posting copyrighted songs can lead to takedowns or claims, so check the license terms of your platform or use properly licensed music
• Group fitness certification and liability insurance, which insurers often expect even for online teaching
• A health disclaimer and waiver, since you can't see participants' conditions or space
• Sales tax rules on digital subscriptions vary by state, so check with your state tax agency
• Steady marketing is needed because online classes face a lot of competition

Startup costs are typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on your video and sound setup, certification, liability insurance and properly licensed music. Insurers often expect certification and cover even for online teaching, so check.

Monthly revenue is typically around $300 to $1,500, depending on how many members you attract and whether you charge subscriptions or per session. Steady marketing is needed because online classes face a lot of competition.

Check the license terms of your platform, since streaming copyrighted songs can lead to takedowns or claims. Also check group fitness certification, liability insurance, a health waiver, and sales tax rules on digital subscriptions with your state tax agency.