CompetitionFlyGirls
High-energy elite competition and performance team. Precision, power, presence. Every member auditions each year, returning members too.
- Led by
- Lead Instructor Janèsa
- Auditions
- July and August
- Follow
- @FlyGirlsWDC
Winter Dance Co, a dance studio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana: Wheremovementbecomeslegacy.
Classes, competition teams and worship ministry for ages 12 months to adult, right here in Baton Rouge.
Find your class
Season XIV classes run Monday through Wednesday and Saturday. Every class is 1 hour, except Mommy & Me at 45 minutes.
$65/moRegular classes
Ballet and tap or jazz combos, hip hop and HBCyou.
$40/moSpecialty classes
And $40 for each additional class.
$45Registration
Non-refundable, per student. First month's tuition is due at registration. The season runs 10 months, September through June.
Monday
- 5:30 PMCombo #1 (Ballet & Tap)
3 to 4 year oldsRegular - 6:30 PMCombo #2 (Ballet & Tap)
5 to 7 year oldsRegular - 7:30 PMCombo #3 (Ballet & Jazz)
8 to 11 year oldsRegular
Tuesday
- 5:30 PMCombo #1 (Ballet & Tap)
3 to 4 year oldsRegular - 5:30 PMIntermediate Jazz & Technique Fusion
11 to 17 year oldsSpecialty - 6:30 PMBeginner's Jazz & Technique Fusion
7 to 10 year oldsSpecialty - 6:30 PMHBCyou Minis
5 to 9 year oldsRegular - 7:30 PMContemporary / African Jazz
10 to 17 year oldsAudition only - 7:30 PMHBCyou Juniors
10 to 17 year oldsRegular
Wednesday
- 5:30 PMCheernastics / Pom Dance
8 to 13 year oldsSpecialty - 5:30 PMHip Hop Minis
5 to 7 year oldsRegular - 6:30 PMBallet / Pre-Pointe (Beginners)
10 to 17 year oldsSpecialty - 6:30 PMHip Hop Juniors
8 to 11 year oldsRegular - 7:30 PMBallet / Pre-Pointe (Advanced)
10 to 17 year oldsAudition only - 7:30 PMHip Hop Seniors
12 to 17 year oldsRegular
Saturday
- 10:00 AMMommy & Me
12 to 35 months, with a parent or caregiverSpecialty - 11:00 AMLiturgical / Mime
12 years to adultSpecialty
Classes began Monday, September 14th. Download the full schedule (PDF)
Three teams. One family.
FlyGirls, Expressions of Praise and Legends In The Making perform at events, churches, schools and celebrations.
Competition
MinistryExpressions of Praise
Liturgical and mime ministry that uses ballet, lyrical, jazz, contemporary and dramatic interpretation to worship, uplift and edify the body of Christ.
- Directors
- Winter D. McCray and Nataklemia Green
- Members
- Selected by the directors
- Follow
- @ExpressionsOfPraiseWDC
Hip hopLegends In The Making
Unisex hip hop competition and performance team for ages 6 to 21. They placed in every competition they entered in their first year.
- Led by
- Creative Director Janèsa
- Auditions
- July and August
- Follow
- @LITMLegends
Caught mid-move
FlyGirls, Expressions of Praise, Legends In The Making and our summer campers.
Real training. Real family.
Winter Dance Company provides quality and affordable dance instruction for ages 12 months to adult, in a positive atmosphere where every dancer grows.
Our trained staff focuses on the whole dancer: creativity, performance quality, style and musicality, built through training, dance education and time on stage. Dancers showcase their work at a mid-year and an end-of-season recital, plus community programs, productions, competitions and performances.
- Ballet
- Pre-pointe and pointe
- Jazz
- Tap
- Hip hop
- Liturgical and mime
- Cheernastics
- Lyrical
- Step
- HBCU-style
- Contemporary
Who runs the room
- Winter D. McCrayArtistic Director
- JanèsaLead Instructor, Competition Teams Head Coach
- Tina TurnerStudio Manager
- Laconga HilliardOffice Manager
Mark the calendar
What is coming up for Season XIV: closures, fee deadlines, the Black History Production and the recital.
| Date | Event | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 23rd to 29th | Thanksgiving Holidays Next up | Studio closed |
| Dec 21st to Jan 3rd | Christmas and New Year's Holidays | Studio closed |
| Monday, January 4th | Black History Tickets On Sale | $15 for ages 3 and up, during studio hours |
| Wednesday, January 6th | Recital Costume Fee Due | $30 late fee assessed January 7th |
| Sunday, February 21st | Black History Production | Rehearsal Thursday, February 18th |
| Wednesday, March 10th | Recital Fee Due | $30 late fee applies after this date |
| Monday, April 5th | Summer Camp Registration Opens | In person at the studio |
| Sunday, June 27th | Recital | Rehearsal Monday, June 21st |
Summer camp: four weeks of dance
Monday, June 7 to Friday, July 2, 2027, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the studio. Only 40 openings. Campers perform in the annual recital.
- Daily dance classes
- Hour Power core class review
- Motivational speakers
- Theme days
- Student choreography
- Field trips
Camp fees
- Registration: camp T-shirt, drawstring bag and hair bow$65
- Weekly fee, due Monday of camp week (siblings save $15)$140
- Recital fee: costume, accessories, trophy and certificate$120
- Early drop-off (7:30 AM) and late pick-up (4:30 PM)$30/wk
Registration opens April 5th, in person at the studio only, Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM. A light breakfast and morning snack are provided.
Common questions
Still wondering? Call (225) 650-5841 during studio hours.
What ages do you teach?
Ages 12 months to adult. Mommy & Me is for 12 to 35 months with a parent or caregiver, and Liturgical / Mime runs from 12 years to adult.
How much is tuition?
Regular classes are $65 a month and specialty classes are $40 a month. Each additional class is $40 a month, plus a $45 non-refundable registration fee per student.
How long is the dance season?
The season runs 10 months, September through June, with recital week at the end of June.
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.
When can I visit the studio?
Studio hours are Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14th through June 17th, at 9269 Florida Blvd., Suite 102.
Ready to join the family?
Register online or stop by the studio Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
- Studio9269 Florida Blvd., Ste. 102, Baton Rouge, LA 70815
- Phone(225) 650-5841 or (225) 231-2363
- Emailwinterdanceco@gmail.com
- Studio hoursMonday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM, September 14th to June 17th