Tari’s Pro Company
in Baton Rouge

For dancers ready to train with purpose and perform as part of a team. Tari’s Pro Company combines dedicated technique training, guest choreography, and regional and national competition experiences.

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Company groups Seven groups

Admission Summer audition & invitation

Training Technique + Company rehearsals

Studio Baton Rouge, Louisiana

More than a competition team.

Company dancers work toward stronger technique, confident performance, and the discipline to keep improving. The training also supports longer-term goals in high school and college dance.

Respect, teamwork, and a positive attitude are part of that work. Dancers learn to support one another and represent their studio together.

Dance Company training & groups

Required classes and placement vary by Company group.

Technique across styles

Ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and additional technique classes build the foundation for competitive work through a rigorous class schedule.

Company rehearsals

Dedicated rehearsals develop choreography, timing, and the ability to perform together as a team.

Performance & conventions

Dancers test skills in high ranking competitive events while expanding technique via specialized workshops and conventions. Dancer’s work to be awarded not only team awards but also individual scholarships and special titles.

Seven Dance Company Groups

  • Doodlebugs
    Ages 3-4
  • Tiny Tots
    Ages 5-6
  • Peewee
    Ages 6-7
  • Mini
    Ages 8-9
  • Junior
    Ages 10-13
  • Teen
    Ages 14-15
  • Senior
    Ages 16-18

The youngest groups begin with combo training. Older groups follow broader technique and rehearsal requirements; teacher evaluation guides class placement.

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MEET OUR

Company Coaches

Our Dance Company coaches help dancers grow through focused training, choreography, and personal guidance, building technique, confidence, and performance skills.

Meet our faculty
Portrait of Theresa Langlois
Theresa Langlois
Portrait of Makayla Hertzock
Makayla Hertzock
Portrait of Shayla Taylor
Shayla Taylor
Portrait of Shannon Feet
Shannon Feet
Portrait of Blair Guillaume
Blair Guillaume
Portrait of Hillary Melara
Hillary Melara

How to join Tari’s Pro Company

Membership is by invitation. Summer training gives teachers time to observe a dancer’s ability, work ethic, and readiness for the commitment.

Summer training

Enroll in the required summer classes and participate in the summer session.

Audition & evaluation

Teachers consider technique, performance ability, attitude, and dedication.

Invitation & parent meeting

Selected dancers receive an invitation. Families review the rules, requirements, and expectations.

Company intensive

Dancers begin technique work and competition choreography during the summer intensive.

Guest  teachers & choreographers

Tari’s brings visiting dance professionals into the studio for master classes and guest choreography. Past guests include:

Brian Friedman

Brooke Lipton

Kristin Daniel

Sammy McFadden

Melissa McGhee

Visiting artists vary by season.

The family Commitment

Company is a season-long commitment. Review the full requirements with the studio before accepting an invitation.

Consistent attendance

Required weekday classes, Company rehearsals, intensives, and designated events are part of membership.

A planned season

Families plan for conventions, competitions, travel, and national finals according to their group’s calendar.

Costs beyond tuition

Company rehearsals, choreography, costumes, solo coaching, and event fees may carry separate charges. Request the current cost breakdown.

“We came to Tari’s for dance. We stay because somewhere along the way, it became our home.”
Brooke · Company parent

Dance Company FAQs

How is Company membership decided?

Dancers attend the required summer classes and audition. Teachers assess ability, work ethic, and dedication; selected dancers receive an invitation and their families attend an information meeting.

Which Company groups are offered?

The Company has seven groups: Doodlebugs, Tiny Tots, Peewee, Mini, Junior, Teen, and Senior. Ask the studio which group and training level fit your dancer.

What classes are required?

Each group has its own technique classes and Company rehearsal schedule. Training expands from combo classes for the youngest dancers to ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and additional technique work for older groups.

Are solos part of Company?

Solo requirements vary by group. Solos are selected during the summer audition and involve weekly rehearsal and regular teacher coaching. Competition entry may be limited by the event; ask about your dancer’s requirements.

Does Company involve travel?

The Company season includes conventions, regional competitions, and national finals. Required events depend on the group. Families should review the calendar, travel arrangements, and full costs before accepting an invitation.

How does Company differ from Pre-Professional Ballet?

Company develops competitive dancers through training in multiple styles and team performance. Pre-Professional Ballet is a separate, auditioned program for dancers pursuing a professional or academic ballet path.

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225.767.4495 9166 Perkins Road · Baton Rouge

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