Yanlai Dance Academy

Founded in 2004, we are Pittsburgh's leading dance school in the art of traditional Chinese dance. 

We offer classes in Chinese dance, ballet, and Kpop. Our students are mentored in strength and flexibility as well as technique and choreography retention. More information can be found on our Facebook and Instagram as well as our website.

Yanlai Wu is an internationally celebrated performer and choreographer whose background, training, and dedication to her artistry are reflected in the values of Yanlai Dance Academy. At the age of twelve, Ms. Wu was one of 25 children selected to attend the Affiliated Middle School of Beijing Dance Academy. Some of the awards and acknowledgments Ms. Wu received early in her career include First Prize at the Beijing Dance Competition in 1987, the Choreography Award at Guangzhou International Dance Festival in 1988, and the Special Achievement Award and the Second Prize at Guangzhou Art Competition in 1989.