Baton Rouge dance, where movement
becomes legacy.
Classes, competition teams and worship ministry for dancers from 12 months to adult. Season XIV is in motion.
A studio built on excellence
Winter Dance Co offers quality, affordable dance instruction in a nurturing environment, led by a staff of seasoned professionals. From our youngest Mommy & Me dancers to competition teams and worship ministry, every dancer is part of the family.
Dancers grow through training, dance education and the stage: a mid-year and an end-of-season recital, community programs, productions, competitions and performances.
The people behind WDC
- Winter D. McCrayArtistic Director
- Tina TurnerStudio Manager
- Laconga HilliardOffice Manager
- Janèsa MarcelleLead Instructor and Competition Teams Head Coach
- Nataklemia GreenDance Instructor, Expressions of Praise Co-Director
- Kirsten ThomasDance Instructor, FlyGirls Minis Coach
Find your class, four days a week
Season XIV classes began Monday, September 14th. Every class is one hour, except Mommy & Me at 45 minutes.
Combo #1 (Ballet & Tap)
RegularCombo #2 (Ballet & Tap)
RegularCombo #3 (Ballet & Jazz)
RegularCombo #1 (Ballet & Tap)
RegularIntermediate Jazz & Technique Fusion
SpecialtyBeginner's Jazz & Technique Fusion
SpecialtyHBCyou Minis
RegularContemporary / African Jazz
Audition onlyHBCyou Juniors
RegularCheernastics / Pom Dance
SpecialtyHip Hop Minis
RegularBallet / Pre-Pointe (Beginners)
SpecialtyHip Hop Juniors
RegularBallet / Pre-Pointe (Advanced)
Audition onlyHip Hop Seniors
RegularMommy & Me
SpecialtyLiturgical / Mime
SpecialtyBallet, pre-pointe, tap, jazz, hip hop, contemporary, African jazz, liturgical and mime, cheernastics, pom and HBCU-style dance, plus private instruction.
Register NowThree teams. One family.
Competition, performance and ministry teams that take the studio's training to stages, sanctuaries and halftime shows.
FlyGirls
Our high-energy elite competition and performance team. Precision, power, presence. Every prospect auditions each year, returning members included, and is judged on poise, technique, skills, danceability and showmanship.
- AuditionsJuly and August
- Emailflygirls@winterdanceco.com
- Instagram@FlyGirlsWDC
Expressions of Praise
A liturgical and mime team that uses ballet, lyrical, jazz, contemporary and dramatic interpretation to worship, uplift and edify the body of Christ. Members keep an active relationship with Jesus Christ that spills into their dance ministry.
- DirectorsWinter D. McCray, Nataklemia Green
- MembershipSelected by the directors
- Instagram@ExpressionsOfPraiseWDC
Legends In The Making
A unisex hip hop team for ages 6 to 21. As of 2015, LiTM became the only official unisex hip hop competition and performance team in their age division right here in Baton Rouge. They have performed at college halftime shows, the Miss Black Louisiana USA Pageant and on a Carnival Cruise in 2018.
- AuditionsJuly and August
- Emaillitm@winterdanceco.com
- Instagram@LITMLegends
Bring FlyGirls, Expressions of Praise or Legends In The Making to your event, church, school or celebration.
Request Booking InfoSimple monthly tuition
The season runs 10 months, September through June. Registration and tuition may differ for students who registered in June or July.
Regular classes
Tuition for your first class. All standard combo and style classes, one hour per session.
- Ballet & Tap and Ballet & Jazz Combos
- Hip Hop Minis, Juniors and Seniors
- HBCyou Minis and Juniors
Additional classes are $40 each per month.
Specialty classes
Specialized training programs. Mommy & Me is 45 minutes.
- Cheernastics / Pom Dance
- Contemporary / African Jazz
- Liturgical / Mime
- Mommy & Me
- Technique & Jazz Fusion
- Ballet / Pre-Pointe
Contemporary / African Jazz and Advanced Ballet / Pre-Pointe are audition only.
Non-refundable, per student. First month's tuition is due at registration, a $30 late fee applies on the 10th, and payments are online only through the parent portal.
Parent LoginSummer camp, June 7 to July 2, 2027
Daily dance classes, Hour Power, motivational speakers, theme days, student choreography and field trips, ending with a performance in the annual recital.
- Ages 8 to 14Held at the studio
- 40 openingsLimited camp spots
- $140 a weekSiblings save $15
- April 5thRegistration opens, in person
Registration is in person at the studio only, Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 pm. Questions? Call (225) 650-5841.
Ask About CampComing up at the studio
- Thanksgiving HolidaysStudio closed
- Christmas and New Year'sStudio closed
- Black History tickets on sale$15 for ages 3 and up, during studio hours
- Black History ProductionRehearsal Thursday, February 18th
- RecitalRecital rehearsal Monday, June 21st
Common questions
What ages do you teach?
Ages 12 months to adult. Mommy & Me is for 12 to 35 months, combo classes start at age 3, and Liturgical / Mime runs from 12 years to adult.
How much does it cost?
Regular classes are $65 a month for the first class and $40 for each additional class. Specialty classes are $40 a month. A $45 registration fee applies per student.
When is the studio open?
Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, September 14th through June 17th. Saturday classes run in the morning.
How do I pay tuition?
Payments are accepted online only, through your parent portal.
How do dancers join a team?
FlyGirls and Legends In The Making hold auditions each July and August. Expressions of Praise members are selected by the directors.
Ready to join the family?
Register online or stop by the studio Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 pm.
- 9269 Florida Blvd. Ste. 102, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
- (225) 650-5841 or (225) 231-2363
- winterdanceco@gmail.com
- Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 pm, September 14th to June 17th