A Glimpse into the Heart of Steps Pdx Dance Studio
THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS
Gather your family and loved ones for an adventure of wonder and magic just in time for the holidays. This show is appropriate for all ages. You can even dress up as your favorite character!
Featuring original works blending Ballet, Modern, Tap, Folklorico, Hip Hop, Breakdancing, and Jazz. This performance promises to deliver thrills, artistic beauty, and an exciting holiday twist.
NEW FALL OPEN CLASS SCHEDULE
Fall classes start up again Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024! We have some new classes along with some familiar favorites. Click the link below to check out the new schedule.
A DANCE CLASS FOR EVERYONE
DanceAbility is the study of movement improvisation for all people, for mixed abilities and mixed experiences. The four primary elements that we work with - sensation, relationship, time, and design - guide our practice and allow us to not only dance but dance together. At the basis of this work is the understanding that every movement can happen in any body relatively and that any movement can be interpreted by any body. Our goal is to create a culture of dance that eliminates isolation and works as a community through expression. This class is for all people meaning ALL PEOPLE!
SCHOOL PLACEMENT AUDTIONS 2024/25
SCHOOL PLACEMENT AUDITIONS:
Classes for the 2024/25 season have started as of September. If interested in joining the School, please email Operations@stepspdx.com to set up a level placement class for January 2025.
HIP HOP PROGRAM 2024/25
This year we will be hosting 2-terms, led by Steps PDX Hip Hop Director Decimus Yarbrough.
This program has been carefully curated to challenge the physical and technical abilities of each dancer in a positive and nurturing environment. We will provide knowledge and experiences for dancers to gain exposure into various styles that influence Hip Hop including; Locking, Rhythm Training, Street Jazz, Tap, Afro Funk, Footwork, Floor-work, House, and Choreography.
Latest Performances
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR YOUTH
Steps for Youth awarded 16 scholarships to students who demonstrate natural abilities and have the passion to pursue a career in dance. This year we provided $24,436 for the 2023/2024 school year! Our goal for 2024/2025 is to double our scholarship funds and continue to uplift youth by creating a more accessible art form.
we provided $24,436 for the 2023/2024 school year
BIPOC YOUTH PROGRAMS
This 10-month long program offers creative movement, ballet and tap classes to 62 students from ages 3-9 years old. Over the past 4 years we have seen this program grow tremendously, and we hope to continue expanding and providing accessible and quality dance education for all.
Dismantling systemic racism in dance is not a one time event. It is up to each and every one of us to not only reflect, but take action, not just today, but everyday.