Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey

1714 E 18th
Kansas City, MO 64108
phone: 816-471-6003
website: www.kcfaa.org

Major project activities. Kansas City Friends of Alvin Ailey’s AileyCamps are early intervention programs in Kansas City, Kansas and Kansas City, Missouri for urban core, middle school youth, ages 11-14. The summer program provides the opportunity for prevention programs before negative patterns become a consistent behavior. Dance is the primary inspiration for camp activities that build life skills. Campers are evaluated with a pre- and post- evaluation. The purpose of AileyCamp is to challenge participants to develop an awareness of the importance of a healthy body and mind in order to excel in life.
Dance classes in jazz, tap, modern, and ballet
Personal development classes focus on conflict resolution; substance abuse; sexuality; self-esteem
Creative communications class explore the self and others through the art of creative writing; percussion classes.
Weekly field trips and family events provide a wide range of experiences outside the camp.
A free final performance for families, friends and the community at the conclusion of camp.