This studio is amazing! I wouldn't be who I am today without it! It's not just about dance like you would find at some other studios. Wanda Kay's is a family that will support you for the rest of your life. You will make lifelong friends and no matter what your skill level is, you will never be denied the opportunity to try!
- Elise B.
Our Story
Wanda Kay's School of Dance opened its doors in 1980 with the hopes of inspiring the New Bern community through dance. Wanda Kay's has become a home for all dancers regardless of their age or ability.
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In its 45 years of business, Wanda Kay's has expanded to 2 studio spaces that have provided the positive learning environment that students know and love.
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Wanda Kay's prides itself on being one of the oldest studios in New Bern. Each staff member believes that there is a place for every dancer that walks through our doors. Our variety of classes allows dancers to explore new genres and classroom atmospheres that best fit them.
Mission
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At Wanda Kay’s School of Dance, we believe every dancer deserves to shine — not just on stage, but in life. We’re more than a studio — we’re a dance family. Here, you'll find movement, friendship, confidence, and above all, love. Whether you're here to groove, twirl, stretch, or just be yourself, you’ve found your spotlight — and you're never alone in it.
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OUR VALUES:​
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A joyful, high-energy space that makes every dancer feel like a star.
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A safe haven for dancers of all ages to grow, express themselves, and feel loved.
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A dance family rooted in kindness, community, and connection — not competition or pressure.
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A place where technique and heart grow side by side.
My Promise As A Studio Owner
I make this promise not just to myself, but to each and every one of you who walks through our studio doors.
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I promise to provide a safe, loving, and positive environment where everyone feels welcome and supported.
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I promise to lead with vision, heart, and hope, and to dream big for you—even when you haven’t yet dreamed it for yourself.
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I promise to celebrate all of your wins—the big moments and the small ones—because progress deserves recognition at every step.
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I promise to build this studio with love, encouragement, and intention, creating a space where kindness, joy, and unity thrive.
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I promise to listen with care, speak with purpose, and foster a culture where every voice matters.
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I vow to protect the environment we create here, one rooted in trust, compassion, and a shared love for what we do.
Above all, I promise to never lose sight of why we started:
Because through dance, we build confidence, character, a space where everyone belongs, and community—and we have the beautiful honor of being part of that transformation.
This is more than a studio. This is a family. A mission. A movement. And we are just getting started. Let’s rise together.
With love and purpose,
Baylee Ipock
Studio Owner| Leader| Dance Family Forever
