Welcome to The Budland Network
The Budland Network is a mentorship, mastermind, and professional development program for current and aspiring Dance Instructors, who specialize in teaching the New Bop style of Chicago Steppin’.
This isn’t just about moves and mechanics.
The Budland Network is a game-changing 18-month professional training experience for social dance instructors who feel overwhelmed, isolated, or burnt out trying to build their dance business without a map or mentorship. This isn’t just about becoming a better teacher—it’s about becoming a supported, confident leader who knows how to grow a thriving class and an inspiring student community.
The Hidden Struggles of Social Dance Instructors
Most instructors get thrown into teaching with nothing more than passion and a playlist. They end up improvising class structures, recycling what they’ve seen, and shouldering the pressure to figure it all out on their own. They’re expected to build community, lead classes, manage student drama, and build a brand—without a team or system to lean on.
And beneath the surface? Many instructors wrestle with imposter syndrome, burnout, inconsistency, and confusion about how to actually grow their influence and income in a way that still feels aligned with their values.
The Budland Network is the System We All Wish We Had
Built by a seasoned teacher who’s spent 25+ years developing a proven social dance curriculum, the Budland Network is designed to bring structure, mentorship, and business clarity to instructors who are tired of going it alone.
This program offers a full curriculum, coaching, mastermind-style support, and a built-in community of instructors who share the same commitment to excellence, student-centered learning, and the cultural roots of Chicago Steppin’.
What Makes The Budland Network Different?
Most instructors teach what they were taught in a regular group class, without detailed explanations.
But few have been taught how to teach, how to lead, or how to build a brand.
This program changes that.
More Than Just a Curriculum—It’s a Support System
– Weekly Zoom trainings & Q&A sessions
– Access to a full digital curriculum based on the proven DMX method
– Tools to build community and classroom structure
– Guidance for marketing, pricing, teaching philosophy, and retention
– A private peer group that grows with you
– Personal mentoring and performance feedback
– The opportunity for DMX certification and promotional spotlight
From Burnt Out to Built Up
This program is not for instructors who want to wing it. It’s for the ones who want to rise—with structure, support, and soul.
Instructors thrive in Budland with renewed purpose, increased confidence, stronger student communities, and the systems they need to create a sustainable, profitable business that still feels personal.
Who Is This For?
Current instructors who are feeling stuck or disorganized
Solo teachers who want community + structure
Leaders building new classes from scratch
Dancers transitioning into teaching
Mentors ready to leave a legacy
You’re passionate. You’re experienced.
Now it’s time to become professional.
The Budland Structure
18-month cohort-style program
Quarterly open enrollment
Weekly mastermind Zoom calls
Weekly recorded sessions + assignments
Office hours with Dave Maxx and senior coaches
Digital curriculum manuals + class templates
Peer support pods + community collaboration
Integration into the DMX instructor network
At the end of the program, you’re eligible to become an endorsed Affiliate Instructor—visible to hundreds of new students across the DMX ecosystem.
It’s Not Just a Class. It’s an Entrepreneurial Move.
You’ll go from…
Guessing → to Guided Structure
Isolated → to Community + Mentorship
Scrambling for students → to Clear Branding + Retention Tools
Overwhelmed → to Professional Systems
Scattered → to Certified + Endorsed
You’ll no longer have to figure this out alone, because you’ll be part of The Budland Network.
Why Now Is the Time to Step Into Support
You’ve already done the hard part—stepping up to teach without a safety net. Now it’s time to evolve.
The Budland Network gives you permission to stop hustling alone and start leading with excellence.
Your students deserve your best. You deserve support that brings out your best.
The Real Shift: From Glorified Instructor to Empowered Leader
Too many instructors are taught to perform.
We’ll teach you how to serve, inspire, and build legacy.
This isn’t about showing off.
It’s about showing up—for your students, your community, and your purpose.
Welcome to the Movement for Instructor Mastery
There’s no need to fake it till you make it.
Join Budland and become part of a movement built to nurture your talent, grow your business, and restore your passion for teaching. This is your path to becoming the leader your community needs.
Investment
$297/month for the full 18-month program (Special Discount Code available – Fall 2025)
Includes access to coaching, curriculum, peer support, digital systems, and private network.
Mastermind-level access is available post-graduation for ongoing support and growth.
(Future revenue-share options may be introduced.)
Enrollment is Limited. Opportunity Isn’t.
Every city needs well-informed, strong Steppin’ instructors!
But strong instructors need strong systems—and strong support.
APPLY TO THE BUDLAND NETWORK NOW!!! Send an Interest Email to support@dmxdancecompany.com
Become the instructor your community deserves.
With clarity. With confidence. With class.
