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Performance Training for the Serious Student

Home of the Greater York Youth Ballet

FROM STUDIO TO STAGE

Discover the power of

Performance Based Training

ARTISTIC TALENT DEVELOPMENT

We believe exceptional dancers are developed through exceptional experiences.

Greater York Youth Ballet's Pre-Professional Division combines elite training, artistic development,

and meaningful performance opportunities to inspire the next generation of artists.

Whether your dancer dreams of performing on stage, pursuing collegiate dance opportunities, or simply desires a more immersive dance experience, our performance-based training model provides the tools to grow with confidence, discipline, and artistry.

Our dancers train in an atmosphere of artistic excellence where dancers grow not only as performers,
but as creative, compassionate, and confident individuals.

Elite performance-based training
Meaningful performance opportunities
Leadership and mentorship experiences
Community engagement through dance
Collegiate and professional pathway preparation
Invitations to our Master Class Series featuring guest artists and industry professionals

NEW! SOLOS PROGRAM

Individualized artistic coaching designed to develop technique, artistry and performance excellence.

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

Greater York Youth Ballet

Find Your Performance Pathway

GREATER YORK YOUTH BALLET | Ages 7-20

YOUTH ENSEMBLE | Ages 7-12

NHSDA ENSEMBLE | Ages 12+

HIP HOP CREW | Ages 7-20

FORWARD FORCE COMPETITION TEAM

Youth Ensemble

NHSDA Ensemble

These performing groups are for dancers aspiring to perform more, includes walking parades and dancing throughout the community. These commercial dance performing groups enjoy a variety of dance styles including Jazz & Contemporary.

Six dancers in black outfits pose in front of a Dance competition backdrop.

Youth Ensemble NHSDA Ensemble DRESS CODE

Hip Hop Crew

Move. Create. Perform.

Hip Hop Crew offers dancers the opportunity to train and perform in commercial dance styles while participating in community performances and special events throughout the season.

Hip Hop Crew members perform locally while representing Dance It Forward through energetic and engaging performances that celebrate creativity and artistic expression.