BELONG. MOVE. SHINE.

Empowering youth through movement, mentorship, and performance.

OUR PROGRAMS

Dance Intensive

DANCE INTENSIVE

Technique, discipline, and self-expression across hip-hop, ballet, and modern styles.

Performance Recitals

PERFORMANCE RECITALS

Quarterly showcases for families, friends, and the community to see our youth shine.

Youth Leadership

YOUTH LEADERSHIP

Workshops and mentorship to develop confidence, accountability, and presence.

Artist Development

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT

Music, voice, and identity training for youth aspiring to be creatives and performers.

TESTIMONIALS

Kyla - youth participant

“Being here—It’s the first place I ever felt like I could really shine.”

KYLAYouth Participant
Sarah - parent

“My daughter went from being quiet and withdrawn to having this confidence—an undeniable presence.”

SARAHYouth Participant Parent
Marcus - community member

“Their impact on our community is immeasurable. I’ve seen these kids blossom before my eyes.”

MARCUSTown of Hempstead

OUR IMPACT

Youth Reached

150+

YOUTH REACHED

Participants since 2022
Performances

12

LIVE PERFORMANCES

Recitals and showcases
Empowerment

94%

COMMUNITY IMPACT

Youth report feeling empowered

NBA Halftime Highlights

Brooklyn Nets
NY Liberty
Long Island Nets
Charlotte Hornets


OUR TEAM

Denise Howell

Denise Howell

Founder & Director

Dwane Rich

Dwane Rich

Creative Tech Lead

Phillip Culver

Phillip Culver

Board Advisor

GET INVOLVED

JOIN US

Sign up your youth to move, grow, and shine in our programs.

VOLUNTEER

Support our mission through mentorship, instruction, or behind-the-scenes help.

SPONSOR

Partner with us to uplift the next generation through the arts.