excellence in every step

Meet Our Dance Masters

The directors and instructors at SEDA are the cornerstone of our exceptional training program. With decades of combined experience, they bring unparalleled expertise and a passion for dance that truly inspires. Our teachers provide not only technical excellence but also unwavering encouragement and support, creating an environment where dancers can thrive. Dance is a lifelong lesson, and every student of SEDA receives the highest level of instruction and guidance on their journey in the performing arts.

  • Lynn D. Raley

    owner & artistic director

    Lynn D. Raley is a native of North Carolina and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance Performance from East Carolina University. Lynn has been teaching dance for 30+ years. As Owner and Artistic Director of South East Dance Academy, she continues her dance education by attending numerous Seminars, Master Classes, and Dance Conventions thus allowing her to stay on top of the changes to this living art form.

  • Lynn D. Raley

    owner & artistic director

    Lynn D. Raley is a native of North Carolina and holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Dance Performance from East Carolina University. Lynn has been teaching dance for 30+ years. As Owner and Artistic Director of South East Dance Academy, she continues her dance education by attending numerous Seminars, Master Classes, and Dance Conventions thus allowing her to stay on top of the changes to this living art form.

  • Taylor Raley Wilson

    co-director & instructor

    Taylor Raley Wilson is a native of Wilmington, NC and Co-Director of South East Dance Academy. Taylor attended Virginia Commonwealth University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Choreography. While attending VCU she had the privilege of performing choreography by accredited staff and colleagues whilst also participating in a Pedagogy Internship under the guidance of Courtney Harris and Village Dance Companies director Melissa Gravely.

  • Taylor Raley Wilson

    co-director & instructor

    Taylor Raley Wilson is a native of Wilmington, NC and Co-Director of South East Dance Academy. Taylor attended Virginia Commonwealth University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance Performance and Choreography. While attending VCU she had the privilege of performing choreography by accredited staff and colleagues whilst also participating in a Pedagogy Internship under the guidance of Courtney Harris and Village Dance Companies director Melissa Gravely.

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