DDDC | Children's Program

DDDC is pleased to introduce one of the most dynamic children's programs in New York: Djoniba Dance & Drum KIDS is dedicated to crossing cultural, economic and racial boundaries and to providing children with safe, fun classes in dance, drum and martial arts. We are committed to inspiring young people and helping them gain discipline, confidence and unity through the power of the arts. Since its founding, more than 600 children have received full or partial scholarships to take part in the program.


REGISTRATION To register, stop by our studio: - Fill out a registration form (must be signed by parent). - Bring two passport-sized photographs. - Submit a health statement or school physical. Note: After first class children with incomplete applications (without health statement, photos, etc.) will not be able to attend class. TUITION Winter Session/ Oct 6-Dec 15 One child/one Class: $200 Two children &/or two Classes: $320 Spring Session/ Jan 5-June 7 One child/one Class: $350 Two children &/or two Classes: $570 Year Session/ Oct 6-June 7 One child/one Class: $400 Two children &/or two Classes: $670	SCHEDULE
	Age 3-6 10:15 African Drum 10:45 African Dance 11:30 Ballet Age 6-16 10:30 Ballet 10:45 Kung Fu 11:30 Afric Dance 3:30 Drum
Session Payments: Term payment are available only from Oct 21st through the 29th, after which only single classes are available. Tuition must be paid in full at the time of registration. No partial payments accepted. or you may pay $25 for a single class. No refunds/credits for missed classes. Single Class Payments: $25 per child. Available at any time throughout the year. We will not be responsible for children who attend only sporadically and may get discouraged during the semester. DRESS CODE GIRLS: 3-5 years, Sky blue leotard / 6-9 years, Pink leotard 10-13 years, Royal blue leotard / 14-16 years, Burgundy leotard Ballet: Long-sleeved colored leotard, white tights & ballet skirt. African: Long-sleeved leotard, white tights, and African fabric skirt (lapa). Note: Girls 10-16 must also wear a DDDKids t-shirt over leotard. BOYS: Ballet: White short-sleeved leotard or white DDDKids t-shirt, plain black bike shorts, white socks, black ballet shoes. African: Black sweat pants, white DDDKids t-shirt. PAST SPONSORS The Durst Family Foundation - Anita Durst - Christiana Polites - Chris Ford - Fleet Bank - Baruch College - Lower Manhattan Cultural Council - Scholastic Books - MTV Networks - Loews Theatres - Au Bon Pain - ABC Carpet - Evelyn Strouss - Black Pearl Productions - Karen Putterman & A.Goldberg - Steven Kerner - Daniella Liebling - Vicki Bilenker - Nancy Sloan - Krista Claudene - Pamela Roach - Monica Brown - Shira Rhode - Steven Schub - Suzannah Kincannon - Virginia Doran - Juanita Diaz - Sandy Edmonds - Peter Kelmar - Ruth Webster - Judy Hecker - Tomoo Sono - Howard E. Rice - Suzi Funahara - Robin Daay - Tequest Debebe - Jesus Diaz - Juanita Diaz - Paul DiGrado - Virginia Doran - Sandy Edmonds - Katherine D. Ellington - Carmela Flannagan - Anita Franklin - Phyllis Gadsden - Mark D. Goodwin - Richard W. Grace - Eleanor Gunn - Robert D. Henry - Maxine James - Dr. Carlos Jara - Ross Kaftman - Joan Kelly - Satjwan Khaba - Laura Kleinman - Walter Kloc - Ellen Korbonski - Adam Leiber - Nicola Pealy - Antoinette Mallachan - Laura Marie - Jeffrey McAdams, Esq. - Richard Meyer - Michael Mills - Sam Nole, CPA - Guy Oksenhendler - Vicky Polony - Lesky Pratt - Pamela J Roach - Elizabeth Shaler - Tom Sinnott - Darryl Chu Rhonda - Williams Richard - Donald Smith - Sally Starago - Bethann Stewart - Robin Tewes ...and all of those whose names we may have overlooked in this list but not in our hearts.

Just because they lack funds, children should not be deprived of the power, self-discipline and joy that dancing, drumming, sports and the arts provide. These activities provide a means for young people to perceive their own inner-strength, beauty and intelligence. The DDDKids scholarship fund waives or reduces tuition for children of low income families.

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MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE FUTURE BY HELPING A CHILD SUCCEED IN LIFE!

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As a sponsor you will receive

Your name listed as a donor
Name of your sponsored child
Invitation to a special Open House for donors

To Pay by check:
Mail check payable to Djoniba Dance and Drum Centre to
37 E. 18th Street, 7th fl.
New York, NY 10003

ALL CONTRIBUTIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE

If you would like to pay by credit card please
click here.

FINANCIAL AID
DDDC will attempt to assist all students who are in need of Financial Aid. As funds become available from public agencies, foundations, corporations and individuals, we will offer scholarships. We also offer financial assistance in the form of a work-study program in which parents work for the Centre in exchange for free classes. For every 1 hour worked, a 1 hour free class is credited to your child. Call us for more information.

600 CHILDREN AWARDED with SCHOLARSHIP
Sulaiman Lloyd - Saskia Lloyd - Lola Popoola - Owusu Grant - Osaze Grant - Brianna Sultan - Talika Sawh - Naya Beach - Julia Amma Bretz - India Nesmith - Dalia Grinan - Christopher Templeton - Sharobin Johnson - Imani Nesby - Ebony Jones - Diamonds Nesmith - Cheyenne Lloyd - Ashanti Emmanuel - Olajumoke Arogundade - Kwesi Grant - Ashaki Jackman - Felix Rivera Jr. - Danielle Williams - Necole Kinloch - Dijon Rhem - Guy Greene - Sharis Wingfield - Sharell Wingfield - Sanon Agazou - Ayinde St.Surin - Ariel Saulters - Tiopia Palmer - Nia Holmes-Felder - Crystal Ray- Jasmine Holmes - Charmaine Jennings and many more....