Pre-K – 12 · Serving Philadelphia & the Tri-State Area

Every ability levels up here.

Every kid. Every ability. Next level.

Inclusive enrichment classes for Pre-K–12, specializing in kids with special needs, disabilities, and behavioral health needs, with every kid welcome. Sports, music, arts, cooking, wellness, leadership, and more.

Serving Philadelphia & the Tri-State Area

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Specialized classesFor kids with disabilities and behavioral health needs

All kids welcomeInclusive groups open to the general public

Pre-K to 12th gradeFour levels that grow with each young person

Specialized inclusive classes

Adapted classes for kids with special needs and behavioral health needs

Designed for students with autism, ADHD, intellectual or developmental disabilities, learning or physical disabilities, sensory differences, and other support needs. Activities are individualized to each student, not assigned by diagnosis, and every kid is welcome.

Adaptive Sports & Movement

Modified basketball, soccer, seated sports, and obstacle courses with adjustable equipment and smaller teams.

Suggested: Ages 6–21

Music & Rhythm Expression

Drumming, beat-making, singing, and rhythm games; join in verbally, physically, or with assistive communication.

Suggested: Ages 5–21

Sensory-Friendly Arts & Crafts

Painting, clay, collage, and calming projects, with non-tactile options for texture-sensitive students.

Suggested: Ages 5–18

Adaptive Yoga & Mindfulness

Chair yoga, gentle stretching, and breathing routines with options for limited mobility.

Suggested: Ages 5–18

Social Skills & Friendship Club

Turn-taking, teamwork, naming emotions, and cooperative games that build friendships.

Suggested: Ages 6–18

Adaptive Culinary & Independent Living

No-cook recipes, picture recipes, measuring, kitchen safety, and clean-up skills.

Suggested: Ages 10–21

Inclusive Dance & Creative Movement

Seated choreography, mirroring, dance games, and freestyle with flexible movement options.

Communication & Confidence Club

Picture-based storytelling, show-and-tell, choice boards, and supported public speaking.

Life Skills & Career Readiness

Money recognition, following schedules, workplace habits, and simple business projects.

Sensory Regulation & Calm Club

Quiet creative activities, sensory tools, movement breaks, and self-regulation strategies.

And yes, every kid is welcome.

Our specialty is inclusion, not exclusion. Siblings, classmates, and kids from across the community join the same groups.

How every class works

Predictable structure. Consistent routines, visual schedules, and a clear preview of what comes next.
Adapted activities. More than one way to take part, with adjustable equipment and flexible participation.
Regulation built in. Movement breaks, mindfulness, and calm-down space options.
Strengths first. We lead with each young person's interests and celebrate progress.
Family and school partnership. We follow the guidance families and school teams share with us.

Please note: NLYC is an enrichment program, not therapy. Our instructors are not occupational, speech, or behavioral therapists or special education teachers, and we make no clinical claims. We follow the guidance families and school teams share with us, including IEP/504 accommodations they choose to share. Age ranges are suggestions; grouping depends on student needs.

Class catalog

Nine categories. Endless ways to grow.

Mix and match classes for your school, rec center, or organization. Every class can be adapted.

Sports, Fitness & Recreation

Music & Performing Arts

Visual Arts & Creativity

Culinary Arts & Nutrition

Cooking basics
Kitchen safety
Healthy eating
Recipe reading
Measuring

Wellness & SEL

Yoga
Mindfulness
Breathing & self-care
Table Talks
Conflict resolution

Leadership & Life Skills

Public speaking
Teen TED Talks
Mentoring
Goal-setting
Anti-violence education

Financial Literacy & Entrepreneurship

Budgeting & saving
Banking & credit
Starting a business
Shark Tank-style projects
Career readiness

Digital Media, Tech & STEM

Language & Culture

Spanglish
Intro Spanish
Cultural learning
Storytelling

In action

Our Classes in Action

Sports, dance, yoga, cooking, and community: this is what NLYC classes look like. Built for youth with disabilities and behavioral health needs, and open to every kid. NLYC is enrichment, not therapy.

A girl in pink runs during an active game in a school gym — Sports & Recreation: gym games

A large group of kids dancing together on a gym floor — Hip-hop dance & creative movement

Youth playing an active group game in a school gym — Cooperative games

An instructor demonstrating a yoga stretch on a mat — Yoga & Mindfulness

Kids sitting in a circle on a gym floor with an instructor — Wellness & SEL circle time

A young chef holds up a plate of homemade pepperoni pizza — Culinary Arts: homemade pizza

A skillet of mini pizzas made by youth in a cooking class — Culinary Arts: kid-made mini pizzas

Youth sitting at a table enjoying food they made together — Culinary & Table Talks

A large group of youth and mentors posing together at a skating rink — Group outings & celebrations

Families and staff talking at an NLYC community event — Community events open to all

NLYC founder standing with a community partner — Partnering with schools & community

Videos

Class moments

Four ways in

Program tracks

MOVE

Sports, adaptive fitness, karate, yoga, and mindfulness.

CREATE

Music and recording, digital media, dance, theater, arts and crafts, creative writing.

BUILD

Financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and culinary arts.

LEAD

Leadership circles, public speaking, mentorship, and peaceful conflict resolution.

Climb the levels

Pre-K to 12th grade

Pre-K–K
Level 1 · Starters
Music, movement, stories, early social-emotional skills.
Gr. 1–5
Level 2 · Explorers
Try every track and build teamwork.
Gr. 6–8
Level 3 · Builders
Go deeper and take first leadership roles.
Gr. 9–12
Level 4 · Leaders
Projects, money and career skills, mentoring younger youth.

Formats

How we show up

Weekly after-school

Inclusive groups at schools, childcare centers, and out-of-school-time sites, with small-group options.

6–8 week cycles

A focused unit that ends in a showcase, at a pace that works for the group.

Workshops & assemblies

One-day sessions for a class, grade, or school.

Camps & community events

Summer and school-break camps, plus family events open to the public.

Please note: NLYC is an enrichment program, not a clinical or therapy service.

Pricing

Pricing for schools & organizations

Standard enrichment class

$100–$150

per class

Inclusive enrichment

$150–$175

1 instructor, 45–60 min

Adaptive class + support staff

$200–$250

per class

Specialized culinary

$200–$275

per class, supplies included

Four-class pilot

$600–$1,000

try it with your students

Eight-week program

$1,200–$2,000

1 class weekly

Final pricing depends on group size, support needs, materials, and travel. Custom quotes available.

Delivery options

6–8 week series
Weekly classes
School-day workshops
Summer programs
Community sessions

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Who we are

Nonprofit-delivered, founder-led

NLYC is a program of King's Introduction to Leadership Inc. (KITL), a Philadelphia 501(c)(3) with violence-prevention and mentorship roots.

Same founder, separate program. NLYC was founded by Christopher "King" Burney, who also founded King Me Da Empire Youth Services (KMDE). NLYC is its own program under KITL, with its own focus and partners.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What does "specialized classes" mean?

Our classes are designed so youth with disabilities, special needs, and behavioral health needs can take full part: predictable routines, visual schedules, adapted activities, movement and calm-down breaks, and a strengths-first approach. NLYC is enrichment, not clinical therapy.

Is NLYC only for kids with disabilities?

No. We specialize in youth with disabilities and behavioral health needs, and every kid is welcome in our inclusive groups.

How much does it cost?

Classes start at $100–$150, with pilots and eight-week programs available. See pricing or book a free consultation.

Where are programs held?

At schools, childcare centers, out-of-school-time sites, and community spaces across Philadelphia and the Tri-State Area. Contact us about bringing NLYC to your location.

What are your group sizes and staff ratios?

Please contact us for details.

What ages do you serve?

Pre-K through 12th grade, in four levels: Starters, Explorers, Builders, and Leaders.

Help every kid reach the next level

Gifts are made through King's Introduction to Leadership Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

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Let's talk

Bring NLYC to your school, site, or community

Schools, agencies, and families: tell us what you need. Prefer email? Write to nextlevelyouthcollective@gmail.com or call 215-356-3733.