OM DENNE EPISODE
In this episode of Dance Studio Owner Life Coaching, Ginger talks with Melody Hubert, founder of Melodic Movements Performing Arts Program, a nonprofit dance organization with two locations in Delaware.
Melody shares what it has looked like to grow her studio while raising her four-year-old son, including opening her second location when he was just one. She talks candidly about mom guilt, making room for self-care, adjusting her studio schedule as her son gets older, and creating a business that allows her to be present for the parts of motherhood that matter to her.
The conversation also digs into the practical side of operating two studio locations. Melody explains how hiring an operations manager changed her ability to lead both locations, why strong systems and policies are essential before expanding, and how her team helps maintain the culture and mission across both studios.
Ginger and Melody also talk about separating your identity from your business, hiring people who truly align with your mission, and the role faith has played in Melody's journey. Melody shares how what began as an idea for a praise dance intensive eventually became a studio that she views as mission work—something bigger than herself.
In this episode:
- Growing from one dance studio location to two
- Running a business while raising a young child
- Managing mom guilt and protecting time for yourself
- Adjusting your role as your family enters different seasons
- Hiring an operations manager to support multiple locations
- Strengthening systems before expanding
- Separating your personal identity from your studio
- Building a team around your mission and values
- How faith has influenced Melody's leadership and business
Melody is the CEO and founder of Melodic Movements Performing Arts Program, a multi-location dance studio in Delaware, and the first African American dance studio owner in the state to own multiple locations. She is known for her honest and intentional approach to educating dance parents on what it truly takes to build confident, disciplined dancers. With a background in special education, Melody is passionate about creating a safe and supportive space where every dancer is challenged to grow. She believes her work goes beyond training dancers—she is committed to developing strong, confident young people both on and off the stage.
Learn more about Melody and Melodic Movements at MelodicMovements.org.
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