Youth Drum & Dance Camp – 7-Week Series

Give your child the gift of rhythm, movement, and confidence! 🎶 Each Saturday in Portsmouth, children learn West African drumming and dance with live music and guided relaxation. Campers may also perform at our community showcase—spots are limited, reserve today!

Youth Drum & Dance Camp – Saturday Cultural Wellness Series

Presented by The DAY Program at The Empowerment Center

🎶 Drums, dance, joy, and community — this 7-week series is more than a class, it’s a cultural experience your child will never forget.

📍 Location & Dates

The Empowerment Center
218 Williamson Road, Portsmouth, VA 23707
Saturdays, October 4 – November 14, 2025
(7-Week Series | Ages 6+)

🎵 What’s Included

• Children’s Drum (11:00–12:15 PM) – Learn traditional rhythms and drumming skills. Each class closes with a 15-minute relaxation practice to build focus and mindfulness.
• Children’s Dance (12:30–1:45 PM) – West African–inspired dance with live drumming, ending with a relaxation session to calm the body and integrate movement.
• Youth Mentors – Our teen ensemble members mentor younger children while gaining leadership experience, documented service hours, and portfolio credit.
• Performance Opportunity – Camp participants are invited to perform in A Night of Artz & Culture, our community showcase. (Optional but encouraged!)

🌍 Community Pricing & Access

We believe every child deserves access to rhythm and movement. To make this program sustainable and inclusive, we’ve designed flexible pricing:

• Standard Price – Covers the cost of the class.
• Supporter Price – A higher contribution that helps build our scholarship fund.
• Community Price – Reduced rate for families with financial need (not available this series, but returning after our Africa trip).
• Scholarship & Sponsorship Fund – Families, businesses, and community members may contribute to sponsor a child in the future.
• Pay It Forward Option – Add a donation during registration to help another family participate.

✨ For this first launch, only Standard and Supporter options are available. Your registration today helps us grow toward scholarships and community pricing next season.

💵 Pricing Options

(Choose your option at checkout)

• Children’s Drop-In (per class): $15
• Drum + Dance Same Day Drop-In: $25
• Full 7-Week Series (Drum or Dance): $100
• Full 7-Week Series (Drum + Dance): $150 ⭐ Best Value

📖 Participation Guidelines

• Bring your own water.
• All participants must complete a waiver (health, safety, photo/video consent).
• Registration includes payment + a short registration/waiver form (link provided after checkout).

🌟 Why Join This Series?

✔ Builds focus, confidence, and cultural pride in children
✔ Strengthens health and mobility across generations
✔ Provides teens with leadership and service opportunities
✔ Connects families through rhythm, movement, and mindfulness
✔ Supports community access and scholarships

📝 How to Register

1. Select your pricing option and complete payment.
2. After checkout, complete the short Registration + Waiver Form.
3. Get ready for rhythm, movement, and cultural connection!

⚡ Spaces are limited — reserve your spot today and let the rhythm move your child.

Together, we rise in rhythm and movement — your child’s journey begins here.