When you’re a performer, pounding the pavement is a full-time job even though it doesn’t pay the rent. Actors, singers, and dancers everywhere are searching for the perfect gig that will let them work on a flexible schedule so they can make bank and audition regularly. And while waiting tables can be a trip of its own, a huge number of Broadway babies have turned to the fitness industry in the last few years.
It makes total sense: peak hours in the fitness world (early mornings, lunchtime, and evening/weekend classes) are completely opposite of most casting appointments. And when schedules do clash, it’s usually relatively easy to sub out a fitness class at the last minute. Plus, what better way to stay in shape for auditions than to teach fitness?
I’ve been working in the fitness industry for over a decade, weaving in and out for tours, gigs, and growing my family. I started out at big-box gyms and now work for boutique studios like SoulCycle and DailyBurn.com. I’m here to tell you how to break into the biz, grow a following, and thrive in fitness, all while still pursuing your dream of being onstage.
Here’s the good news: As a performer, you already have a lot of what people are looking to
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