The Dance Lab LLC
Ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, acro & contemporary for all ages in Baton Rouge
The Dance Lab is a new studio in Baton Rouge founded in 2025 by Emily Leeper and Josie Serigne DeAgano, co-owners and artistic directors.
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Before your first class
The studio welcomes dancers of all ages and skill levels and emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment.
Varies by age and class style: Tiny Tots and Mini Movers wear black leotard with pink footed tights; upper-level ballet wears any-colour leotard with slicked-back ballet bun; hip hop wears streetwear/
Dress code varies by class level and style; shoes range from pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes for younger levels to specific tap shoe models (Willow TA48 Leather Oxford for upper levels), jazz sh
Launch Series guest training: $30 for Minis/Juniors (ages 6-11) and $40 for Teens/Seniors (ages 12+).
About this studio
The Dance Lab is a new studio in Baton Rouge founded in 2025 by Emily Leeper and Josie Serigne DeAgano, co-owners and artistic directors. The studio teaches ballet, jazz, hip hop, tap, acro, contemporary, lyrical, pointe, leaps & turns, and conditioning for dancers of all ages and skill levels.
Emily Leeper brings more than 20 years of dance industry experience and over a decade as a teacher and choreographer. She is the Director of Dance at MSA East, where she was named 2024 MSA East Elementary Teacher of the Year. Emily was a D1 National Hip Hop Champion in 2018 with the Southeastern Louisiana University Lionettes (2016–2018) and later returned as Assistant Coach (2019–2020, 2022–2023). She was crowned Miss Dance of Louisiana 2013 through Dance Masters of America and placed as 4th Runner-Up for Miss Dance of America 2014. She also held the title Teen Miss Dance of Louisiana 2011. Her performance and choreography credits include work on New Orleans pop artist Caly Pearse's music video "One You Won't Forget."
Josie Serigne DeAgano has over 20 years in the dance industry and 12 years of teaching and choreographing experience. She performed in the Beyoncé Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show, danced with The Pointer Sisters, and appeared in Miss Gay Louisiana and America's Got Talent. She holds certifications in Acrobatic Arts, Alixa Flexibility, Sugarfoot Therapy, Relative Motion, and Building Blocks of Dance. Josie is a proud alumna of Southeastern Louisiana University Lionettes and currently serves as technique coach for the Saint Charles Catholic Starsteppers.
The studio's faculty includes Maya Spitzer (Hip Hop & Jazz Funk/Conditioning), Brianna Jordan (Hip Hop & Jazz Funk), and Breleigh Bentivegna (Tap). The Dance Lab emphasizes small classes for personal attention, certified and experienced instructors, skill and character development, and a family-friendly atmosphere. The studio offers competition opportunities and runs a company with auditions held in June for ages 4-7, 8-12, and 13+. Summer 2026 programming includes weekly summer classes (June 8–July 17 for ages 7-12 and 13+), multiple themed dance camps (Snuggle Squad for ages 2-5, Princess & Superhero for ages 2.5-6, Summer Splash Luau for ages 5-9, Jungle Jam Jamboree for ages 2-5), and intensives including Advanced Ballet, Intermediate Ballet, Inferno Intensive for teens and juniors, and Level Up Bootcamp. The Launch Series offers monthly pop-up classes with guest instructors at $30 for Minis/Juniors (ages 6-11) and $40 for Teens/Seniors (ages 12+).
What to expect
Your first visit
Classes are available for all ages and skill levels in a variety of dance styles. The studio emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inspiring space for dancers to develop skill, discipline, and confidence. Small class sizes allow for personal attention from certified, experienced instructors.
Instructors
Who teaches here
Co-owners Emily Leeper and Josie Serigne DeAgano are the artistic directors and lead instructors. Emily has 20+ years in dance and was a D1 National Hip Hop Champion; Josie has 20+ years' experience and performed in the Beyoncé Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show. The faculty also includes Maya Spitzer, Brianna Jordan, and Breleigh Bentivegna.
New to dancing?
What beginners can expect
The studio welcomes dancers of all ages and skill levels and emphasizes a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment.
What to wear and bring
Before your first class
Dress code
Varies by age and class style: Tiny Tots and Mini Movers wear black leotard with pink footed tights; upper-level ballet wears any-colour leotard with slicked-back ballet bun; hip hop wears streetwear/baggy style with clean non-marking sneakers; all styles require hair pulled up and secured off face.
What to bring
Dress code varies by class level and style; shoes range from pink ballet shoes and black tap shoes for younger levels to specific tap shoe models (Willow TA48 Leather Oxford for upper levels), jazz shoes, and sneakers for hip hop. Hair must be pulled up and secured off the face.
Studio history
The Dance Lab was founded in 2025 by Emily Leeper and Josie Serigne DeAgano. Both co-owners bring decades of combined experience in dance education, performance, and choreography. Their shared mission is to provide quality instruction and cultivate strong technique, personal growth, and a genuine love for the art of dance.
Styles offered
14 dance styles taught here
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Pricing
Approximate lesson costs
Class schedule
Weekly classes and workshops
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Frequently asked about The Dance Lab LLC
Quick answers to the most common questions
What dance styles does The Dance Lab LLC teach?
The Dance Lab LLC teaches Ballet, Contemporary, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pointe, Hip-Hop and 8 more. The full list of styles is shown above on this page along with each genre's classes and lesson options.
Where is The Dance Lab LLC located?
The Dance Lab LLC is located in Baton Rouge, LA. See the map above for the exact address and one-tap directions.
Does The Dance Lab LLC offer private lessons?
Contact The Dance Lab LLC directly to ask about private lessons and current class options — their website has the latest details.
Does The Dance Lab LLC teach kids and adults?
The Dance Lab LLC welcomes students of varied ages and experience levels. Contact the studio to learn which classes fit your age group and level.
How do I sign up for classes at The Dance Lab LLC?
The fastest path is to visit The Dance Lab LLC via their website or check the class schedule above. Many studios offer a free or discounted intro lesson — contact them directly to ask.