Kerrie Power is a nationally accredited dance studio business coach and founder of Dance Training Organisation (DTO) and the Studio BUSINESS Academy, helping dance studio owners build sustainable, profitable businesses without burnout.

Kerrie’s love of dance began at age four, and by 18 she had opened her first studio. Over the past three decades she has lived every aspect of studio life — from the triumphs and challenges to the long nights and hard-won breakthroughs. Those experiences shaped her belief that running a successful studio is about much more than teaching great classes — it’s about creating strong systems, effective leadership and a business that supports your life, not the other way around.

With more than 33 years in the industry, Kerrie combines her deep real-world studio experience with accredited education to support dance educators and owners across Australia. Under her leadership, DTO has delivered government-accredited dance education for over 15 years, including VCE VET Dance and leadership programs, and has become a trusted partner for studios and schools seeking growth and professional development.

Kerrie’s signature S.T.A.R.T. Method — focused on Systems, Team, Attraction, Retention and Trust — provides a clear, step-by-step framework that helps studio owners increase enrolments, build new income streams, step into their CEO roles and reclaim time for what matters most.

A recognised leader in the Australian dance education landscape, Kerrie regularly speaks on business, leadership and growth, sharing stages with industry experts and inspiring studio professionals to scale with heart and confidence.