dance company

Performance Training for the progressive & pre-professional student

9000 sf Facility

FROM STUDIO

TO STAGE

Discover the power of 

Performance Based Training


J O I N    A

P E R F O R M I N G    C O M P A N Y

ELITE PERFORMANCE TRAINING ARTISTIC TALENT DEVELOPMENT

This division provides training in an atmosphere of artistic excellence with a focus on technique and creating artists.

Company members get first invitations to the Master Classes Series offering Master Classes w/Guest Professionals. 


Send Inquiries to Artistic Director, Lori Garling to CS@danceitforward.dance

Youth ballet COMPANY

Greater York Youth Ballet logo

The Greater York Youth Ballet was created for students who aspire to perform concert works by emerging and professional choreographers in a pre-professional dance setting.  We believe that performing is an essential part of the growth and development of aspiring dancers. Company members have the opportunity of working with both in house and visiting professionals. to perform throughout the year in a range of different venues and styles. Performances range from classical ballet to modern and jazz, and from full length works to emerging choreography. Joining the company comes with a a level of necessary time and commitment from both the dancer and their family.


Youth Ballet Company for Ages 7-20

$225-$385/month & includes unlimited Ballet classes, Conditioning, Pointe, Acrobatics, Contemporary/Modern & Rehearsals

commercial dance CO options

Hip Hop Crew for Ages 7-20

These dancers participate in parades and performances around the S. Central PA Region.

$170/month & includes Crew Rehearsals, Conditioning, & Hip Hop classes


YOUTH ENSEMBLE  for ages 7-12

This performing company is for elementary-aged dancers aspiring to perform more, includes walking parades, galas and throughout the community. This commercial dance performing group is for dancers who enjoy a variety of dance styles. 

$265/month & includes a Ballet, Acro, Contemporary/Modern, Jazz,
Tap (optional but recommended) & Rehearsals


NHSDA ENSEMBLE  (National Honor Society for Dance Arts) for ages 12+

This group of high achieving Middle School & High School dancers join together weekly to do community service projects, create new choreography to perform and create special dance experiences for other youth. Through NHSDA, we offer the Student Teacher Program offers students the opportunity to gain teaching experience under the guidance of experienced professionals and become Jr Faculty. 

$345/month & includes 1 Ballet, Acro, Contemporary/Modern, Jazz, 

Conditioning, Pom, Tap (optional but recommended) & Rehearsals

SPECIALTY GROUPS

POM & CHEER DANCE TEAM

MUSICAL THEATRE CLASSES


Specialty groups are weekly classes held in a genre outside the dance company setting. 


Pom Squad performs high energy Pom style Dances to showcase their talents.


The Musical Theatre Class often presents Disney Kids Musicals and original shows and broadway style pieces.

DANCE COMPANY EXPERIENCE FOR THE VERY YOUNG DANCER

Forward Company is ideal for dancers 4-7 years old who are seeking a head start on the company membership experience and their dance level. Learn 1-2 styles at a time. Perform at York Revs plus a specialty spotlight dance in the Winter Showcase & June Show.

$105/month & includes a weekly Early Childhood class & rehearsals; Acro highly recommended


Interested in dancing with us?

we'd love to speak with you now


Let's talk soon or stop in and try as many classes as you like for free.

Contact Us

PLACES WE PERFORM