Youth Project 

What is Youth Project?

Launched in 1989, this Saturday program has provided kids from two to 18 a place to experience drum and dance in a supportive, encouraging, and directed way.  Through drumming and dancing, our Youth Project students learn essential life skills: self-motivation, confidence, teamwork, discipline and so much more.  Youth Project works, too!  More than 90 percent of participants move up to the next grade in school or on to graduation

The kids at Youth Project know what is expected of them -- and they reach their goals. Participants achieve a high sense of self-esteem by meeting the challenges inherent in drum and dance. The polyrhythmic music and complex movements give them a chance to stretch and grow, going beyond what many initially think they are capable of.

Ninety-eight percent of our participating students rely on scholarships to attend.  They come to Bush Mango every week and they truly thrive.

Space is limited, so please call   585-235-3960  first for a pre-admission screening.

Class Schedule:

Dance
Ages 5 - 8, Level II, Saturdays 10 a.m. - 11:oo a.m.
with Amy McDonald                                                                             
Students are taught the basics of the movement language from West African in a supportive, challenging and diverse environment. 

Ages 9 - 18, Level III, Saturdays 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
with Colleen Hendrick                                                                             
Students study all components of dance from Guinea, West Africa such as culture, musicality, quality and performance. 

Drum
Ages 8-16, Saturdays 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 
with Blair Hornbuckle
Drummers are taught traditional rhythms from West African and how they relate to the dances.