Founder

Leta began her dance career at age six under the tutelage of Charlie Ann Manning at Michele’s Dance Academy in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Due to her father’s military career, Leta moved to Montgomery, Alabama continuing her dance education at Alabama Dance Theatre. She moved to Tonya Speed’s Dance Connection in 2022. Leta became a member of Chloe Arnold’s international youth tap company, SoleTalk, in early 2021. Once more, the military moved Leta and her family to Colorado Springs.

Leta founded Autistic Wings Dance Company as a place where exceptional dancers on the Autism Spectrum can fellowship together in their love of dance while not being treated as “the autistic kid.” She hopes that the studio will one day grow to include classes for all ages and a professional dance company (or companies).

Leta loves hiking, taking her dance board to off-the-beaten path, and traveling. Leta also enjoys spending time with her two dogs; Jack Elvis and Vella.