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Alumni Association

The Alumni Association of National Dance Institute welcomes individuals who have been inspired by their NDI experience and want to stay involved with this amazing organization!

NDI Alumni Homecoming
Once a Dancer. Always a StarChild.
Multi Generational Alumni

Welcome to the NDI Alumni Association – where the lessons of the dance floor become the rhythm of lifelong success.

 Join the Association  by filling out the form below.

RSVP for Alumni Homecoming

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Why Join

Whether you stepped into your first NDI class 20 years ago or last year, you’re part of a remarkable community. As an alumnus/alumna you can:

  • Reconnect with former classmates and teachers

  • Attend special alumni-only workshops and performances

  • Share your story to inspire the next generation of children

  • Give back through volunteering, mentoring, or supporting NDI’s mission

Alumni Homecoming
Our Mission

Our mission is to empower alumni to stay engaged with NDI, supporting our work in positive youth development through dance — while growing together, giving back, and staying connected.

“NDI remains my family. I learned discipline, creativity and the belief that I’m valuable and important.” – Arnyce Foster-Hernandez, Alumna ’90


Get Involved / Events
NDI Alumni Homecoming
Alumni Homecoming

Saturday, March 7, 2026
11 AM • Jacques d'Amboise Center for Learning & the Arts

Homecoming is one of the highlights of the NDI year. We hope it’s on your calendar! Join us each spring at the Jacques d’Amboise Center in Harlem: reconnect with friends and teachers, drop in on a SWAT or CEL rehearsal, jump in and dance our signature pieces, share stories of your adventures and successes, and celebrate your NDI story.

Also this year:

  • Virtual panel: “Where Are They Now?” – Alumni share how NDI shaped their path [ LEARN MORE ]

  • Mentor mixer – volunteer opportunities in NYC schools [ LEARN MORE ]

  • Online alumni directory launch [ LEARN MORE ]

RSVP Now
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Alumni Impact

Alumni live across the globe – from educators and artists to doctors, entrepreneurs and community leaders. Your experience matters.

Share your story: tell us your graduating year, where you are now and what NDI means to you.

Let’s build a gallery of alumni voices – celebrating the ripple effect of dance, confidence and community.

Submit Your Story
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Stay Connected/Join the Alumni Association

Keep the rhythm going:

Once an NDI dancer, always connected.

Join the NDI Alumni Network!

Stay In The Loop!

Join our Alumni Network: sign up for regular updates on events, opportunities, and fellow alumni news.


NDI changed my life. I don’t think I would be where I am today without it—flat out.
Kolby Minifee
NDI Alum, 2005
I was a very shy girl. NDI helped me stand up for myself.
Jacqueline Camacho Robles
NDI Alum, 1992
You can do something you love, make money, and live your life. Performing arts can be a career. I do musical theater. I do Broadway tours. And it all started at NDI.
Nazarria Workman
NDI Alum, 2011
I'm an alum, and now I'm the Executive Director. That's the power of this community."
Jermaine Jones
NDI Alum, 1992
Togetherness, preciseness, and unity - that's what I took with me from NDI.
Bakari Nicholas
NDI Alum, 1993
I can feel the choreography in my bones - been hibernating in my soul for decades.
Viva Max Caley
NDI Alum 1996
The arts shouldn't be extra. As Jacques said, they should be part of the school day.
Ben Nathan
NDI Alum 1999
WAYS TO HELP
Want to help shape the future of youth through dance?

Volunteer  • Donate  • Host a reunion event 

When alumni lead, young dancers thrive.