Where movement becomes legacy
Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, liturgical and HBCU-style classes for ages 12 months to adult in Baton Rouge.
A studio built on excellence
Winter Dance Co offers quality, affordable dance instruction for ages 12 months to adult, led by a staff of seasoned professionals.
Our trained staff grows every dancer in creativity, performance quality, style and musicality, in a positive and nurturing atmosphere. Dancers show what they have learned in a mid-year production, an end-of-season recital, competitions and community performances.
From our youngest Mommy & Me dancers to competition teams and worship ministry, every dancer is part of the family.
The people behind WDC
- Winter D. McCrayArtistic Director
- Tina TurnerStudio Manager
- Laconga HilliardOffice Manager
- Janèsa MarcelleLead Instructor and Competition Teams Head Coach
A class for every age
Season XIV classes meet Monday through Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Every class is one hour, except Mommy & Me at 45 minutes.
Monday
- 5:30 to 6:30 PMCombo #1, Ballet & TapAges 3 to 4, regular
- 6:30 to 7:30 PMCombo #2, Ballet & TapAges 5 to 7, regular
- 7:30 to 8:30 PMCombo #3, Ballet & JazzAges 8 to 11, regular
Tuesday
- 5:30 to 6:30 PMCombo #1, Ballet & TapAges 3 to 4, regular
- 5:30 to 6:30 PMIntermediate Jazz & Technique FusionAges 11 to 17, specialty
- 6:30 to 7:30 PMBeginner's Jazz & Technique FusionAges 7 to 10, specialty
- 6:30 to 7:30 PMHBCyou MinisAges 5 to 9, regular
- 7:30 to 8:30 PMContemporary / African JazzAges 10 to 17, audition only
- 7:30 to 8:30 PMHBCyou JuniorsAges 10 to 17, regular
Wednesday
- 5:30 to 6:30 PMCheernastics / Pom DanceAges 8 to 13, specialty
- 5:30 to 6:30 PMHip Hop MinisAges 5 to 7, regular
- 6:30 to 7:30 PMBallet / Pre-Pointe, BeginnersAges 10 to 17, specialty
- 6:30 to 7:30 PMHip Hop JuniorsAges 8 to 11, regular
- 7:30 to 8:30 PMBallet / Pre-Pointe, AdvancedAges 10 to 17, audition only
- 7:30 to 8:30 PMHip Hop SeniorsAges 12 to 17, regular
Saturday
- 10:00 to 10:45 AMMommy & MeAges 12 to 35 months, specialty
- 11:00 AM to 12:00 PMLiturgical / MimeAges 12 to adult, specialty
The studio dress code applies to every class.
What we teach
- Ballet & TapBallet barre and center work paired with the rhythm and syncopation of tap, made for our youngest dancers.
- Ballet & JazzBarre, center work and progressions, with jazz isolations set to the accents of the music.
- Ballet / Pre-PointeGrace, discipline and core strength that prepare students for a safe move to pointe work.
- Technique FusionCardio, core strength and ballet and jazz technique for alignment, extensions, control and splits.
- Contemporary / African JazzCaribbean, African, Marabi, swing and jazz roots, with turns, jumps and storytelling.
- Hip HopHip hop technique, choreography and freestyle, plus strength, flexibility and conditioning.
- HBCyouThe high-energy styles of popular HBCU dance teams, with a focus on technique and performance.
- Cheernastics & PomCheers, chants, basic stunts and sharp, synchronized pom routines.
- Liturgical / MimeBallet, lyrical, jazz, contemporary and dramatic interpretation, with a focus on dance as worship.
- Mommy & MeCreative movement for 12 to 35 months, with parents dancing along through songs, stories and play.
Tuition that stays simple
The season runs ten months, September through June. Payments are made online through the parent portal.
Monthly tuition
Your first class: combos, Hip Hop and HBCyou, one hour each.
Added to your monthly tuition for every extra class.
Cheernastics, Contemporary, Liturgical, Mommy & Me, Technique Fusion and Ballet / Pre-Pointe.
Assessed on the 10th of the month.
Registration and season fees
Non-refundable, per student. The first month of tuition is due at registration.
Covers two costumes. Due Wednesday, January 6th.
Includes four recital tickets, a souvenir booklet, shirt, trophy and certificate. Due Wednesday, March 10th.
See us in motion
Team portraits, recital looks and summer camp days from the WDC family.
Three teams, one family
Auditions for FlyGirls and Legends In The Making are held each July and August. CORE and ELiTE performing groups round out the program.
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FlyGirls
Our elite competition and performance team: precision, power and presence, with a commitment to academics as well as the team.
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Expressions of Praise
A liturgical and mime ministry that uses ballet, lyrical, jazz, contemporary and dramatic interpretation to worship, uplift and edify.
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Legends In The Making
A unisex hip hop competition and performance team for ages 6 to 21, and since 2015 the only official one in its age division in Baton Rouge.
Bring FlyGirls, Expressions of Praise or Legends In The Making to your event, church, school or celebration.
Request Booking InfoFour weeks of summer dance
June 7 to July 2, 2027, ages 8 to 14, 40 openings
Campers take daily classes in HBCU-style dance, pom, hip hop, jazz, ballet, contemporary and liturgical, plus Hour Power, motivational speakers, theme days, student choreography and field trips. Every camper performs in the annual recital.
- Registration, with camp T-shirt, bag and hair bow$65
- Weekly fee, due Monday of camp week (siblings save $15)$140
- Recital fee, with costume, trophy and certificate$120
Registration opens April 5th, in person at the studio, Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
Call (225) 650-5841
The season ahead
Key dates for Season XIV. Filled diamonds mark days the studio is closed.
- Thanksgiving holidaysStudio closed
- Christmas and New Year's holidaysStudio closed
- Black History Production tickets on sale$15 for ages 3 and up, at the studio
- Recital costume fee due$30 late fee after this date
- MLK holidayStudio closed
- Mardi Gras holidaysStudio closed
- Black History ProductionRehearsal Thursday, February 18th
- Recital picture weekIndividual, class and team pictures
- Recital fee due$30 late fee after this date
- Summer camp registration opensRecital tickets and shirts go on sale
- Last day of the seasonRecital rehearsal Monday, June 21st
- RecitalFour shows, with every team performing
Common questions
Still wondering? Call (225) 650-5841 during studio hours.
What ages do you teach?
Classes run from Mommy & Me at 12 months through adult Liturgical / Mime, with combos, hip hop, HBCyou and technique classes for ages 3 to 17.
How much is tuition?
Regular tuition is $65 a month for the first class and $40 for each additional class. Specialty classes are $40 a month, plus a $45 registration fee per student.
When is the studio open?
Monday through Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM, with Saturday morning classes. The season runs from September 14th to June 17th.
How do I make a payment?
Payments are accepted online only, through the parent portal. A $30 late fee applies on the 10th of the month.
Can we rent the studio?
Yes. Book in person during studio hours or send us a message, and a staff member will contact you within 24 to 48 hours.
Ready to join the family?
Register online or stop by the studio Monday to Wednesday, 5:30 to 8:30 PM.
September 14th to June 17th