I’m going to take a slightly controversial stance: since the peak of the pandemic has passed, people are now desperate for real human connection. When you combine that with the current loneliness epidemic and the fact that many online communities fail to deliver meaningful interaction, hybrid courses are becoming the most sustainable model.
By blending in-person events with online courses and ongoing support, you can create a premium experience — something unique that goes beyond just content. It’s not only a course, it’s an experience.
This model also reduces many of the common concerns learners have. Those hesitant about in-person activities feel more comfortable knowing there is a strong online component. And those skeptical of purely digital learning gain confidence from meeting real instructors face-to-face and seeing that they can answer tough questions live, without filters or moderators.
Adding a livestream option allows you to reach all segments of the market — local, remote, and even international students.
At the core of this model is the in-person component: it creates trust, strengthens community, and adds a memorable human experience that people are willing to pay a premium for.
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