Yanlai Dance Academy, located in Pittsburgh, PA, is the region’s only dedicated school for Chinese dance training and Asian cultural arts education. Founded on the belief that dance is a bridge to heritage, the Academy offers classes in Chinese classical dance, minority folk dance, and K-pop, providing students with both high-quality technique and meaningful cultural context.

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Our programs emphasize cultural storytelling, community building, and artistic excellence. Students learn not only how to dance, but why each movement exists, gaining an understanding of Chinese history, regional traditions, and the values embedded in minority folk dances.

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With a supportive, community-centered environment, Yanlai Dance Academy is a place where dancers of all ages build confidence, make lifelong friends, and experience the richness of Chinese and Asian culture through movement. As Pittsburgh’s home for Chinese dance, we aim to nurture the next generation of culturally aware artists and performers.