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Peoria, Illinois | Est. 2017
STUDIO 309
We Don't Just Teach Dance. We Change Lives.
National award-winning. World-invited. Built in Peoria for every young dancer born to be great.
Majorette · Hip Hop · Jazz · Pom · Lyrical
Our Story — Peoria, IL | Est. 2017
In 2017, Ms. Shenneca Williams and Mrs. Courtney Mason shared one vision — give the youth of Peoria a real home. A place where a young dancer could walk in with a passion for dance and walk out knowing exactly who they are.
They didn't just build a dance program. They built a family. One that holds you accountable, pushes you past what you thought you could do, celebrates every breakthrough, and refuses to let you settle for less than your best.
Eight years later, Royal Family 309 has grown from a local vision into a national award-winning, world-invited dance team. We train in Majorette, Hip Hop, Jazz, Pom, and Lyrical — competing and winning at the highest levels in the country. Our dancers don't just perform — they dominate. And they do it representing Peoria, representing 309, and representing each other.
"We don't just teach dance — we change lives. Every dancer who walks through our doors becomes part of something bigger than themselves."
— Ms. Shenneca Williams & Mrs. Courtney Mason, Co-DirectorsWe build it from the inside out — on the floor and in life
Our dancers lead in the studio, at school, and in the community
The standard is high because we know what they're capable of
A bond that starts at practice and lasts a lifetime
Your Journey Starts Here
Whether your dancer is 3 years old taking their first steps on the floor, or a seasoned dancer ready to compete — there is a place for them in the Royal Family. The question is: how far do they want to go?

Where It All Begins
The very first step into the Royal Family. Little ones discover rhythm, coordination, and the pure joy of performance — built just for them.

Build Your Foundation
This is where real training begins. Black Sapphire dancers develop the technique, discipline, and performance quality that defines a Royal Family dancer.

The Next Level
Our elite squad performs, travels, and wins on the national stage. Earned — not given. Placement is by tryout and invitation only.
Meet The Royal Family





Take The First Step
Every Royal started exactly where you are right now — a parent who saw something in their child and decided to bet on them.
Fill out the form and our directors will reach out personally. Whether they're 3 or 17, a first-timer or a seasoned dancer — if they have the heart, we have a home for them.
"One Team. One Family.
Wear Your Crown At All Times."