About
Steps for Youth offers the BIPOC Youth Dance Program for ages 4-9 and the DanceAbility Program. The BIPOC Youth Dance Program is a 10-month program, and DanceAbility is a mixed-abilities dance program rooted in improvisation for people of all physical and cognitive abilities. Steps for Youth also offers scholarship opportunities, including sliding-scale tuition, merit- and need-based scholarships, and community-supported opportunities.
Programs
- BIPOC Youth Dance Program — 4-9 years old
- DanceAbility Program — Mixed-abilities dance program rooted in improvisation, designed for people of all physical and cognitive abilities.
At a glance
- Ages: 4–9 years old
- General schedule: The BIPOC Youth Dance Program is a 10-month long program for students ages 4-9. Steps for Youth also offers scholarships and mentorship opportunities.
About the provider
Steps PDX was founded in 2017, and Steps for Youth is the nonprofit arm of Steps PDX. The organization’s mission is to break down barriers in dance education and to support equity, representation, accessibility, and belonging in dance spaces. It partners with local schools and organizations, hosts free community events, offers resources to youth of all backgrounds and abilities, works with local organizations like WhiteBird, and hosts dance workshops and community classes with professional dance company members.
- Scholarship Opportunities — Financial aid for students in all programs, including sliding-scale tuition, merit- and need-based scholarships, and community-supported opportunities.
Scholarship assistance applicants must attend the program in its entirety. Dancers who withdraw mid-semester are responsible for remaining tuition and fees for the season. After the start of the season (September 9th), there are no tuition refunds.
Last updated October 14, 2026.
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