19 Effective Social Media Post Ideas for Academies & Hobby Classes

It’s the digi-age and, by that, we mean social media rules the roost. If you want to get people talking about your academy, a great social media strategy is key. From livesteams to GIF-heavy insta stories, there’s a quick bit that anyone can do for their business on social media. And the brownie point is, you needn’t create a dent in your budget to accomplish any of the digital marketing strategies.

Here is a volley of social media post strategies, which will make your target audiences want to tap back into your page a little sooner than expected!

1. Workplace/Team photos: Mostly candid stills would work in regards to this idea. We could also suggest people to share pictures of their team, group, playmates etc.
2. News, trending topic: Trending and click-bait news that has something to do with your offering.
3. They “DID” It, Again: A post could feature the top player of the week or even someone who’s been really consistent or has been making steady progress. Everyone loves fame! Watch them share their achievements with their friends on social media.
4. #JustAcademyThings: This post would comprise interesting anecdotes, sayings from students/ achievers at the academy or quotes from iconic players.
5. This or That: This could be a fun post where we ask the followers to comment on a raging sports trend that’s in sync with what the Academy does or offers.
6. Infographics: Information in an image! Clever, eye-catching and quick! These could range from Roger Federer’s favourite exercises to information on calorie content in your favourite food.

7. Did You Know?: This could be interesting posts from the academy which could be shared by players, budding sports persons or people who enjoy sports. This could also include interesting relatable stuff that sportsperson usually experience.
8. Instagram Stories: These could be GIF-heavy/ meme/ arty one-liners that would give followers a gist into the highlights of the day/ week or just a fun fact or two.
9. Content generated by your students: Reshared posts by students that are fun and from the heart. This can range from videos or fun events held at the venue.
10. Meme-o-logy: Memes are really popular and one of the best ways to garner attention. One can use iconic characters or make references to a burning issue.

11. Success stories/ Happy endings: This should comprise heart-warming tales of children/ parents who went against all odds to receive training and achieve big.
12. Did You Get It?: This could be a quiz, or something which gets one’s brain cells ticking. You may end the posts with “#DidYouGetIt? If yes, let us know in the comments below…”
13. The Basic How-to List: This could be done in the form of a to-do, and is essentially an activity-specific handy list that gives incisive information about various sporting or skill-building strategies. For example, How to choose the right tennis racquet? How to get more out of lifting weights at the gym? etc.
14. Allied To Do Lists: How to improve concentration? How to sleep better? How to get protein through your food? You get the drift…

15. The Gratitude Series: This could be a thank you note or a shout out to someone who’s helped the academy or students or a motivational piece that’s really inspiring for those who’re interested in sports.
16. Live-stream: A quick and fun platform to get in touch and hold interactive sessions with followers online. We could drop posts about a forthcoming livestream beforehand to garner more traffic when we go live.
17. Stuff Your Expert Never Told You: This tab could focus on common myths, dietary and fitness mistakes that people usually make in the name of working out or staying fit and healthy. Adding quotes from experts while creating such posts will enhance it’s value.
18. Video: These could be short, informative and crisp videos that showcase members/coaches doing what they do best.
19. Testimonials/ reviews: Honest, short, crisp and to the point. Must also be a healthy balance of what your clients love and what they wish to see.