Est. 1979 - YBA is 40 years old and still counting......
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History and Background
Young Blacks in Action Incorporated, (YBA) Community Band and Dancettes is a community based group established in 1979. YBA’s objective is to develop ages 4-21 youth’s, artistic talents and capacities, to promote self-actualization and to elevate Orlando Area Youth through the participation in Cultural Arts Programming. YBA is now in partnership with Paramore Kids Zone (PKZ). YBA is a Central Florida tradition that is formerly organized as a Florida Non-Profit Organization and a 501(c)3. Originally established by Director and Founder Howard Tate “Mr. Flute” Gentry, more than 6,500 Central Florida youth have participated as proud members of YBA The members are co-ed and in the past there has been more than 150 participants in the group during the performance season. Currently, there are more than 50 active participants. |
Who We AreMembers learn syncopated dance steps and percussion skills through practice, practice, practice!!! Practices are held Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 6:00 to 7:30 pm at the Dr. James R. Smith Center. The Smith Center is located at 1723 Bruton Blvd, Orlando, FL 32805 and on Monday and Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm at the Jackson Center, which is located at 1002 Carter Street, Orlando, FL 32811. If you want to become a member, supporter, or volunteer, please come by a practice or call Mr. Flute at (407) 739-3388.
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Director and FounderHoward Tate Gentry is the Founder and Director whose roots run deep in Orlando and Central Florida.
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Want to Help!YBA is a 501c3 nonprofit Community Youth Organization. YBA is now 40 years old. Started in 1979, more than 6,500 students have participated in this organization. Several of the students have went on to participate in their Middle, High School, and College Bands due to their training received in YBA!
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