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DanceBiz

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What it is

DanceBiz is software for dance studios that handles administration such as scheduling, registrations, invoicing and online payments. Its visual scheduler provides daily, weekly and staff views, with classes set on weekly, daily or custom schedules. Student tools track skills, waiting lists, attendance history and make-up classes. Customers can use the portal to manage enrolments, payments, absences, make-up bookings and student progress. DanceBiz generates class invoices and can sync invoices and payments with Xero and Intuit QuickBooks Online. Named payment services include Stripe, Ezidebit and Worldpay. Staff can use the smartphone app on iPhone, iPad and Android for schedules, customer and class details, attendance, skills and invoices; desktop apps are available for PC and Mac. Subscriptions include email and phone support, account setup, customer-data import and unlimited staff logins. Some features, including the customer portal, online registration and online bookings, may incur add-on charges. There is a 14-day trial but no free plan. Plans range from Biz50 at $24.95 a month for up to 50 active customers to Biz1000 at $179.95 a month for up to 1,000 active customers.

Spec sheet

What it does
DanceBiz manages dance-studio scheduling, registrations, billing, payments and administration in one system.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Purpose
DanceBiz is software for dance studios that automates administration such as timetabling, online registrations, invoicing, and online payments.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Integrations
Official pages name Xero, QuickBooks, Stripe, GoCardless, Worldpay and Ezidebit integrations, plus AskNicely for feedback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Mobile apps
The smartphone app is available for iPhones, iPads, and Android devices, and provides access to schedules, customer and class details, attendance, skill tracking, and invoices.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Security
Two-step login authentication can verify identity by text message or email.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Headquarters
Melbourne, Victoria, AustraliaRead 28 Sep 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Founded
2007Read 28 Sep 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Add-on charges
The pricing page says some add-on features may incur additional charges; the features page identifies the customer portal, online registration, online bookings, and several other features as add-ons.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
API availability
SoftwareWorld reports that DanceBiz does not offer an API.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softwareworld.co
Attendance
Attendance reasons are customizable and historical attendance reports can be generated.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Changelog
The version-history page lists release 15.15.2 with crash fixes, notification fixes, payment fixes and security improvements.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.biz
Check-in app
The optional Android check-in app supports cards, barcodes, student name/date of birth and parent phone lookup.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Check-in app limit
The ThinkSmart Check-in app page says it currently supports Android 13 or earlier, with support for newer versions planned for a future update.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Check-in limit
The check-in app is documented as supporting Android 13 or earlier, with newer-version support planned for a future update.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Class management
Classes can be configured on weekly, daily or custom schedules and linked to terms, semesters and staff.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Company founded
The maker's history says ThinkSmart Software was founded in Melbourne in 2007 by Andrew Leigh.Read 15 Oct 2026 · test.thinksmartsoftware.com
Company founding discrepancy
LinkedIn lists ThinkSmart Software Ltd as founded in 2010, while the maker's history states 2007.Read 15 Oct 2026 · uk.linkedin.com
Company headquarters
LinkedIn lists the headquarters as Wallsend, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom, with an additional Australian location.Read 15 Oct 2026 · uk.linkedin.com
Company size
LinkedIn lists ThinkSmart Software Ltd as a privately held software-development company with 11–50 employees.Read 15 Oct 2026 · uk.linkedin.com
Customer base
The maker says more than 2,000 businesses worldwide use DanceBiz.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Customer portal
The optional portal lets customers enroll, pay, report absences, book make-up classes, track progress and receive automated messages.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Data and uptime terms
The terms say ThinkSmart accepts no liability for data loss, server errors, or downtime, and that canceled-account data may be deleted within 30 days.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Desktop apps
DanceBiz is available to download and install on PC and Mac.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Email and SMS
Filtered emailing supports newsletters, promotions, invoices and notices; SMS supports reminders, cancellations and promotions as an add-on.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Event planner
The event planner supports concerts and special events with sessions, participants, times and durations.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Google Play app
ThinkSmart Apps is an Android add-on requiring a DanceBiz or other ThinkSmart account and supports schedules, enrollment, attendance, invoices, payments and bulk texting.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Google Play data disclosure
Google Play says the ThinkSmart Apps listing shares no data with third parties, may collect personal information, does not encrypt data and permits deletion requests.Read 15 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Invoicing and accounting
DanceBiz can generate class invoices and integrates with Xero and Intuit QuickBooks Online to sync invoices and payments.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Licence
SoftwareWorld classifies DanceBiz as proprietary software rather than open source.Read 15 Oct 2026 · softwareworld.co
Limit: interface
GetApp reviewers describe the interface as dated or clunky and say information can be spread across different places.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Limit: missing history view
A GetApp reviewer says it is difficult to view a student's complete history across multiple weekly classes.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Limit: pricing
GetApp includes reviewer comments that the product could be cheaper and that cheaper alternatives provide similar functions.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Limit: reliability
A GetApp reviewer reports bugs that can crash the software and difficulty reaching support while waiting for an email callback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Make-up classes
Absences can place students on a make-up list, with configurable policies and owing counts.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Maker history
ThinkSmart Software says it was founded in 2007 in Melbourne, Australia.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Mobile access
The smartphone app exposes schedules, customers, classes, attendance, skills, invoices, enrollment and staff schedules on iOS and Android.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Online bookings
The online-bookings add-on publishes live studio availability and accepts immediate card payment.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Online portal
The customer portal lets customers manage enrolments, payments, absences, make-up bookings, and student progress.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Online registration
The online-registration add-on lets prospective or existing customers reserve class places through a website.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Payment services
The features page names Stripe as its recommended payment gateway and says it integrates with Ezidebit and Worldpay for direct debit and card payments.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Payments
DanceBiz supports manual payments, direct debit, real-time card charging and recurring debits, with receipts retained in history.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Praise: administration
GetApp reviewers say DanceBiz reduces administrative work for large theatre or dance schools and centralizes scheduling, billing and attendance.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Praise: support
GetApp reports repeated praise for fast, knowledgeable and friendly support, including training and willingness to act on feedback.Read 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Rating on GetApp
4.7 out of 5 from 87 reviewsRead 15 Oct 2026 · getapp.com
Reporting
Statistics can be charted and exported, while financial reports include receivables, cash-basis income, accrual income and customer statements.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Security statement
The maker says users can assign access levels for privacy and security and that customer information is not sold or shared with other sources.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Staff controls
Staff records, access levels, work-time reports, qualifications, expiry alerts and assigned tasks are supported.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Student management
Features include student skill tracking, waiting lists, attendance history, and make-up class tracking.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Student tracking
Skill tracking records progression and produces customized progress reports.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Studio scheduling
The visual scheduler offers daily, weekly, and staff views, and classes can be scheduled weekly, daily, or with a custom setup.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Support and setup
Subscriptions include free email and phone support, account setup, customer-data import, and unlimited staff logins.Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Support included
Subscriptions include email and phone support, account setup, customer-data import, unlimited staff logins, unlimited devices and automatic upgrades.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
System requirements
The maker provides Windows and Mac installers; the listed downloads are about 20 MB for Windows and 32 MB for Mac.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Terms limitation
Terms disclaim liability for data loss, server errors and downtime and state that refunds are not provided.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Visual scheduler
The scheduler provides daily, weekly and staff views with venue separation, color coding and class-type filters.Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com

Plans and prices

Biz50 $24.95 a month Monthly rolling or annual commitment, paid monthly Up to 50 active customers · email and phone support · setup/data import · unlimited staff logins · unlimited devices · automatic upgrades Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz100 $49.95 a month Monthly rolling or annual commitment, paid monthly Up to 100 active customers · email and phone support · setup/data import · unlimited staff logins · unlimited devices · automatic upgrades Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz250 $84.95 a month Monthly rolling or annual commitment, paid monthly Up to 250 active customers · email and phone support · setup/data import · unlimited staff logins · unlimited devices · automatic upgrades Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz500 $109.95 a month Monthly rolling or annual commitment, paid monthly Up to 500 active customers · email and phone support · setup/data import · unlimited staff logins · unlimited devices · automatic upgrades Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz1000 $179.95 a month Monthly rolling or annual commitment, paid monthly Up to 1,000 active customers · email and phone support · setup/data import · unlimited staff logins · unlimited devices · automatic upgrades Read 15 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz50 $299.40 a year $299.40 per year (= $24.95/month, billed annually) Up to 50 active customers Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz100 $599.40 a year $599.40 per year (= $49.95/month, billed annually) Up to 100 active customers Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz250 $1,019.40 a year $1,019.40 per year (= $84.95/month, billed annually) Up to 250 active customers Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz500 $1,319.40 a year $1,319.40 per year (= $109.95/month, billed annually) Up to 500 active customers Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com
Biz1000 $2,159.40 a year $2,159.40 per year (= $179.95/month, billed annually) Up to 1000 active customers Read 2 Oct 2026 · thinksmartsoftware.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Scheduler offers daily, weekly and staff views.
  • Tracks attendance, skills and make-up classes.
  • Syncs invoices and payments with Xero and QuickBooks Online.
  • Subscriptions include setup and customer-data import.
  • Unlimited staff logins are included.

Limits

  • There is no free plan.
  • Customer portal and online registration may cost extra.
  • Plans are limited by active-customer count.
  • Check-in app supports Android 13 or earlier.

Who it suits

DanceBiz is intended for dance studios managing class schedules, students, attendance and tuition. Its customer portal is suited to studios whose customers need to manage enrolments, payments and make-up bookings online.

DanceBiz in depth

Read the full write-up

Overview

DanceBiz is studio-management software for dance schools that need to coordinate classes, students and tuition. It suits studios that want administrative tools for staff and self-service options for families. Its range of studio workflows is a strength, but active-customer caps and potentially chargeable add-ons can change the cost of a suitable plan.

Key features

Scheduling and student records

The visual scheduler has daily, weekly and staff views, with classes set up on daily, weekly or custom schedules. That flexibility is useful for studios with varied timetables; attendance history, skill tracking, waiting lists and make-up class records also keep common student-management tasks together. Instructor scheduling and recital management broaden its coverage beyond class timetables.

Billing and customer access

DanceBiz generates class invoices and can sync invoices and payments with Xero and Intuit QuickBooks Online. Stripe is its recommended payment gateway, with Ezidebit and Worldpay also supported for direct debit and card payments. The customer portal lets families handle enrolments, payments, absences and make-up bookings, and view student progress. But the portal, online registration and online bookings are among the add-ons, and some add-on features may incur extra charges. Studios should confirm which customer-facing workflows are included before choosing a plan.

Staff tools and setup

Subscriptions include account setup, customer-data import, free email and phone support, and unlimited staff logins. Two-step authentication can verify identity by text message or email. Unlimited logins remove a per-staff seat constraint, which is helpful for studios with rotating instructors, though they do not raise the plan's active-customer cap.

Pricing

DanceBiz has no free plan and offers a 14-day trial. Its monthly rolling plans are priced by active-customer capacity:

PlanPriceActive customersBiz50$24.95 a monthUp to 50Biz100$49.95 a monthUp to 100Biz250$84.95 a monthUp to 250Biz500$109.95 a monthUp to 500Biz1000$179.95 a monthUp to 1,000Biz50 is the lowest-cost entry point for a small studio within its 50-customer ceiling; growing schools need to move up as their active roster exceeds a tier. Biz100 and Biz250 suit progressively larger studios, while Biz500 and Biz1000 provide the highest listed capacities. The monthly rolling terms avoid an annual commitment, but there is no free tier for studios wanting to keep using the product without a subscription. Add-on charges may also increase the bill, so compare the full cost of required portal, registration or booking functions rather than relying on the base plan price alone.

Platforms

DanceBiz supports web, Windows and macOS, as well as Android and iOS. Its downloadable PC and Mac apps and smartphone app give staff access to schedules, customer and class details, attendance, skill tracking and invoices. The app is described as a staff tool; customer self-service is handled through the portal.

A separate ThinkSmart Check-in app currently supports Android 13 or earlier, with newer-version support planned for a future update. Studios relying on that app should check device compatibility before adopting it.

Who it's for

DanceBiz is a sensible fit for dance studios that want scheduling, attendance, tuition invoicing, student records and recital management in one service, particularly when unlimited staff logins matter. It is less suitable for a studio that needs predictable all-in pricing for customer-facing tools or expects its active roster to outgrow the chosen tier. The service terms also disclaim liability for data loss, server errors and downtime, and say canceled-account data may be deleted within 30 days; studios should account for that risk in their own data-retention practices.

Pros and cons

Pros: Daily, weekly and staff scheduling views, alongside custom class schedules, support varied studio timetables.

Pros: Student tracking, attendance, waiting lists and make-up classes sit alongside invoicing and recital management.

Pros: Unlimited staff logins, setup, data import and email and phone support are included with subscriptions.

Cons: Active-customer limits tie plan choice to roster size, and the service has no free plan.

Cons: Portal, registration and booking tools may cost extra, making the subscription price an incomplete guide to the cost of a full customer workflow.

Cons: The terms disclaim liability for data loss and downtime, and canceled-account data may be deleted within 30 days.

Alternatives

Dance Studio Management Software is the broader category directory for comparing studio-management options.

Choose Kananas if a free plan matters: it offers up to 50 contacts at no cost, while paid plans start at $99 a year for 250 contacts. For schools weighing a separately priced customer portal, ClassJuggler offers a Customer Portal add-on for $10 a month and an emerging-schools plan at $44.95 a month.

The Studio Director is another paid alternative with a free trial and plans for 0–100 students, including software-only and software-plus-payments options at custom pricing. Stepsi is worth considering if a free plan is preferred; its Plus plan is €30 a year for up to 100 active members. Class Manager offers a free plan with no monthly subscription, using a flat service charge for online payments and tailored pricing for high volumes.

Rosterra is a paid, trial-eligible option with a Core plan at $30 a month per location for up to 25 active members and unlimited staff accounts. StudioPartner has a free plan capped at 30 students, with 90 days of attendance history and other stated limits. YourFee offers a seven-day free trial capped at 10 active students, with attendance tracking and online fee collection.

Verdict

DanceBiz is best for dance studios seeking a broad administrative toolkit, especially those that value flexible scheduling, student tracking and unlimited staff logins. Its main case is the combination of studio records, billing and customer workflows; its main caution is that customer-facing add-ons and roster caps can make the right plan less straightforward. Choose it if the needed features fit within a clear customer tier, and look elsewhere if you need a free option or more predictable bundled pricing.

Verdict

DanceBiz covers studio scheduling, student administration, billing and customer self-service, with desktop and mobile apps. Studios should check add-on charges and choose a plan based on active-customer limits.

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