Forward Momentum Chicago

Forward Momentum Chicago was founded on the principle of providing dance education to children and communities with limited arts access. Our commitment to servicing schools located in the city’s south and southwest neighborhoods are our number one priorities.

Our mission is to inspire possibilities through dance education programs that strengthen schools and communities with limited arts access.

We are committed to ensuring access and equity to the BIPoC communities through dance programs that speak directly to the youth we serve. FMC brings professionally taught, affordable programs that celebrate the diversity of the city, out of the studio right into Chicago’s public schools and neighborhoods.

Our curriculum is developed around National Common Core Standards, National Arts Standards, and 21st Century Learning. We include a strong component of SEL standards and goals which are infused throughout instruction. Our Organizational PD offerings are dance-focused in discipline. They can be delivered in person or virtually. 

We offer 

• Trauma Informed Learning, Healing Centered Engagement
• Making the Best TA/School Match
• Bridging the Gap: Building a Better Community for Teaching Artists and Students