Taylor (Winkelman) Renkemeyer will serve as head coach for the Helias Dance Explosion in the 2025-26 season!

Taylor is a 2019 Helias Catholic graduate and a former member of the Dance Explosion team from 2016-19. She has been an NDA and UDA All-American dancer, MDTA Academic All-State recipient, and 2018 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade dancer. Taylor has trained with various ballet companies outside of Missouri, with 22 years of dance experience and seven years of experience in dance instruction.

“I am excited to be taking over as head coach for the Helias Dance Explosion and am looking forward to a great first season!” Taylor said.