BDPA offers young men and women between the ages of 7 and 25 high quality educational and performance
experiences in the areas of musical and dance performance. Founded in 1957, BDPA’s objective is to
develop personal character through challenging physical, emotional, mental, and social activities while
promoting the values of dedication, hard work, and commitment to a team effort. Over 450 young people
currently participate in BDPA programs, and over 8,000 young people, in 2,000 families, have been served
by the BDPA organization since 1957.