Improving searchability online is important for dance studios for several reasons and one of the biggest ones is that many dance studios are named in a creative or inspirational way. Before I understood the value of a business being named for search, I had dance studios named Leaps & Bounds, Dancers R Us, and DiLi – Dream it, Live it.
Unfortunately for me, no-one was using any of the words in the name of my business to find the services I offered, and so I had to find the best ways to utilise organic search to my advantage. Other benefits of improving searchability online include:
Increased Visibility
With more people searching for products and services online, it is important for dance studios to be visible in search results. By improving searchability online, dance studios can reach a wider audience and increase their chances of attracting new customers.
Competitive Advantage
The dance industry is highly competitive, and improving searchability online can give dance studios a competitive advantage over their competitors. By appearing higher in search results, dance studios can stand out and attract more customers.
Brand Awareness
By improving searchability online, dance studios can increase their brand awareness and establish themselves as a reputable and trustworthy business. This can lead to more referrals and repeat business.
Cost-Effective Marketing
Improving searchability online is a cost-effective way for dance studios to market themselves. It is a long-term investment that can provide a high return on investment (ROI) compared to other marketing channels.
Customer Convenience
By improving searchability online, dance studios can make it easier for customers to find and access their services. This can lead to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Overall, improving searchability online is crucial for dance studios to remain competitive and attract new customers in today’s digital age. Here are some of the best organic (free) ways to do this for your studio:
- Find the BEST Keywords for YOUR Studio: In order to improve your dance studio’s online presence, you need to identify the best keywords that people use to search online for the services you offer. Even though you may think you know what these words are, it’s important to understand that you are not your customer. In order to identify the right keywords for your business, survey your customers with this question, “if you didn’t know me or my business, what would you type into Google to find the services that I offer?”
- Keyword Stacking Images: Another way to improve your dance studio’s online visibility is by keyword stacking images. By adding relevant keywords to the file name, title, and alt text of your images, search engines can easily identify them and rank them higher in search results. This will also help your website to load faster and improve user experience.
- Use and Optimise Your Google Business Profile (GBP): GPB (formally called Google My Business) is a free tool that allows business owners to manage their online presence across Google, including search, images and maps. Ensure that your dance studio’s profile is complete, accurate, and up-to-date with your business information, photos (all keyword stacked), and reviews. Regularly post updates, promotions, add photos and events to keep your profile fresh and engaging.
- Utilise Free Listing Sites: There are several free listing sites such as Yelp, Yellow Pages, True Local and Active Activities that can help improve your dance studio’s online presence. Ensure that your business information is consistent across all these sites and encourage your customers to leave reviews and ratings.
- Audit and Optimise Your Website: Regularly audit and optimise your dance studio’s website to improve its search engine ranking. This includes fixing broken links, updating outdated content, improving page load speed, adding keyword stacked images, and ensuring that your website is mobile-friendly.
- Respond to Reviews: Responding to both positive and negative reviews can help improve your dance studio’s online reputation. Thank customers for positive reviews and address any concerns raised in negative reviews promptly and professionally. Use your studio name, location and relevant keywords in your responses to boost searchability.
- Create a Social Chanel About Your Customer: Social media is a great way to engage with your customers and promote your dance studio. Create a social media channel that showcases your studio’s culture, events, and classes. You can also use social media to build a community around your studio niche and encourage your followers to share their experiences. Something like ‘Kids Activities in (your area)’ is a way to gather a target audience and create a connected community.
- Utilise Canva to Create Simple Websites and Landing Pages: Canva is a free graphic design tool that can be used to create simple and visually appealing websites and landing pages. This is a great option for dance studios that do not have the budget or resources to hire a professional web designer. Use Canva to create a landing page that promotes your dance studio’s classes, services, and events, and provides a clear call-to-action for visitors. This is also a great solution for Dance Teachers looking to promote themselves for more work opportunities.
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