Mission
Rhythmic Arts Center NYC (RAC), is a multidisciplinary creative space in the heart of El Barrio / Spanish Harlem devoted to tap dance, body percussion, sound healing, and holistic movement arts.
Our mission is to honor rhythm as a unifying human language—bridging art, culture, and spirit through community practice, performance, and education. We exist to preserve tradition, spark innovation, and create an inclusive home where artists and audiences connect through sound, movement, and shared humanity.
VISION
At the Rhythmic Arts Center, we believe rhythm and music are the foundations of all dance—the universal pulse that connects body, mind, and spirit.
Our vision is to cultivate what feels like a music and dance festival that never ends—a living celebration of movement, sound, and creativity that honors lineage while welcoming evolution.
Located in Spanish Harlem, RAC reflects the cultural richness of its surroundings and the diverse histories that shaped rhythm itself. Tap dance is a Black American art form, and its legacy guides our ongoing commitment to equity, inclusion, and accessibility in everything we do.
By providing a space and platform for all rhythm arts—across dance, music, and sound—we foster understanding and acceptance of one another through shared creative experience. RAC is built on respect, admiration, and celebration of multicultural roots, acknowledging each other’s lineage and heritage through culture and spirituality.
We view Rhythmic Arts as a spiritual practice—a way to cultivate mindfulness, community, and connection through rhythm.
RAC also models fairness and transparency in its structure and leadership, ensuring a sustainable foundation that serves artists and community alike. Through this approach, we aim to create not just a studio, but a living ecosystem of trust, collaboration, and shared purpose.