Fitness & Dance
- Zumba classes
- Dance programs
- Get Fit activities
- Physical fitness
- Movement education
Central Queens Academy Charter School
Free SAYA SONYC program for grades 6-8 offering Zumba, improv drama, fitness, piano, homework help, Mandarin, and dance to foster belonging and provide tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally.
SAYA (South Asian Youth Action) at Central Queens Academy aims to foster a strong sense of belonging in youth and provide them with tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally. Through innovative, holistic approaches, SAYA works toward education equity by providing opportunities to less privileged youth, ensuring they are academically, emotionally, and socially prepared to become engaged members of society. Classes include Zumba, Improv Drama, Get Fit, Piano, Homework Help, Mandarin, and Dance.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 88-14 Justice Avenue, Elmhurst, Queens, NY 11373 |
| Borough | Queens (Elmhurst) |
| Provider | South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) Inc |
| Program Type | School’s Out New York City (SONYC) |
| Website | saya.org |
| Cost | Free |
| Ages Served | 11-14 years old (Grades 6-8) |
Arts & Drama
- Improv Drama
- Creative expression
- Performance skills
- Theater arts
- Confidence building
Academic & Language
- Homework help
- Academic support
- Mandarin instruction
- Language learning
- Study skills
Music & Holistic Development
- Piano lessons
- Music education
- Sense of belonging
- Personal growth
- Social preparation
Central Queens Academy afterschool participants engage in:
- Strong Sense of Belonging: Programs fostering connections and community
- Holistic Development: Tools to thrive academically, professionally, and personally
- Zumba Fitness: Fun, energetic dance fitness classes
- Improv Drama: Creative theater activities building confidence and expression
- Get Fit Programs: Physical activities promoting health and wellness
- Piano Instruction: Music education developing musical skills
- Homework Help: Academic support ensuring school success
- Mandarin Language: Chinese language instruction opening cultural opportunities
- Dance Classes: Movement education and creative expression
- Education Equity: Targeted support for less privileged youth
- Emotional Preparation: SEL programming building emotional intelligence
- Social Readiness: Activities preparing youth to become engaged society members
South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) has served NYC’s South Asian and Indo-Caribbean communities since 1996, providing youth development, family services, and community programs. SAYA’s innovative, holistic approach addresses academic, emotional, and social needs while celebrating cultural heritage. Their programs work toward education equity, ensuring underserved youth have opportunities to thrive and become engaged community members. SAYA serves Queens and Brooklyn with culturally responsive programming.
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Verify Enrollment This program serves students enrolled at Central Queens Academy Charter School (grades 6-8).
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Contact SAYA Reach out to South Asian Youth Action at saya.org for enrollment information.
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Complete Application Fill out the SONYC afterschool registration form.
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Choose Classes Select from Zumba, improv drama, fitness, piano, Mandarin, dance, and homework help.
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Begin Participation Start your journey fostering belonging and thriving in all areas of life!
- Completed application form
- Birth certificate or proof of age
- Proof of enrollment at Central Queens Academy
- Emergency contact information
- Medical information/allergies
- Parent/guardian photo ID
- Proof of address
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Last updated: November 25, 2025
Program details subject to change. Please contact the provider directly to confirm current offerings, schedules, and availability.