We believe THE ARTS HAVE A UNIQUE POWER to engage and motivate children. We rely on the generosity of our donors to ensure our distinctive programs reach children who need them most regardless of income, language, cultural or physical challenges. We teach that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that will carry over into all aspects of their lives.

NDI New Mexico is founded with the knowledge that the arts have a unique power to engage and motivate children. The purpose of our distinctive programs is to help children develop discipline, a standard of excellence, and a belief in themselves that will carry over into all aspects of their lives. Our work is guided by our belief in children, as well as our commitment to social responsibility, excellence, sustainability and financial integrity.

NDI New Mexico strives to reach children who need our programs the most regardless of language, culture or physical challenges. We teach that teamwork, tenacity, discipline and joyful effort can equal success—that hard work and an uncompromising standard of excellence result in a genuine sense of achievement and self-respect that can change the life of a child, any child.

NDI New Mexico’s kinesthetic teaching methodology was developed by former NYC Ballet dancer and MacArthur Fellowship recipient, Jacques d’Amboise, who founded NDI in New York City in 1976. In 1994, Catherine Oppenheimer, formerly of NYC Ballet and Twyla Tharp Dance Company, co-founded NDI New Mexico in Santa Fe.

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NDI New Mexico

Russell Baker

Gemtria st Clair

Melanie Monsour

Jerry Weimer

J. Alexander Langley

Feliciana Warren

Myers Godwin

Alison Montoya

Cynthia Delgado

The Marketing and Development team at NDI New Mexico is responsible for promoting the organization's programs and securing the funding necessary to sustain its mission. This team works on developing strategic marketing plans, managing public relations, writing grants, and building relationships with donors, government entities, and corporate partners. Their efforts ensure that NDI New Mexico can continue to provide high-quality arts education to children, regardless of their backgrounds or challenges.

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