About the Program
West High School is proud to offer dance. The Iowa Dance and Drill Team Association sanctions cheer competitions and events throughout the state of Iowa. Through involvement in athletics, students learn valuable life skills, including teamwork, leadership, and commitment.
Notable Achievements
- 2020- State Dance- 3rd place Hoopla, 7th place Hip Hop, Superior rating for Prop
- 2020- State Solo Competition- Two superior ratings- Keke King and Chloe Barcus
- 2020- All-in Dance Championships- High Gold Hip Hop, First place Overall Team Hip Hop
- 2020- Diamond Dance- Second place overall Senior Team
- 2020- Dakota Valley Dance Classic- First place High School Open & Second place Senior Hip Hop
- 2019- MA High Point awards for Hoopla & Hip Hop
- 2019- State Dance- 4th place Hoopla
- 2018- State Dance- 3rd place Hoopla
Meet the Coach
Head Coach: Jenna Winkler Homme
Coaching Philosophy
Jenna’s philosophy is to nurture personal growth on the team through lessons that will last a lifetime. The West Dance Team is a safe community where dancers are free to learn and explore every single day. In the long run, it’s not about winning, it’s about building habits and relationships that will carry athletes into their next journey.