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Empowering Youth Through Cultural, Hands-on Programs

Whether in academic enrichment, steel pan music, and cultural dance. We are dedicated to fostering confidence, critical thinking, and creativity while providing a supportive environment for personal growth and community engagement. We aim to cultivate the talent and leadership potential of young individuals, helping them overcome challenges to reach their full potential.  Listen to our music below!

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    Dance Program

    This program immerses youth in global traditions, from Afro-Caribbean to contemporary styles. Students build fitness, coordination, and discipline while exploring cultural expression. Creativity and heritage are nurtured through public performances that showcase talent and strengthen community bonds.

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    Steel Pan Program

    This program introduces young people to global music through steel pan, where they learn a diverse range of musical styles and genres, basic music theory, and the instrument’s culture while gaining discipline, creativity, self-expression, and building confidence by performing and working together.

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    Academic & STEM

    This program engages students in interactive lessons and project-based activities that strengthen core academic skills, build critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and foster confidence, discipline, and a love of learning to prepare them for success in school, college, and future careers.

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Empowering Youth, Enriching Our Community

Our mission is to empower youth through innovative, hands-on programs in academic enrichment, steel pan music, and cultural dance. We are dedicated to fostering confidence, critical thinking, and creativity while providing a supportive environment for personal growth and community engagement. We aim to cultivate the talent, skills, and leadership potential of young individuals, helping them overcome challenges to reach their full potential. Uncover the story behind CASYM, our journey, and what drives us by clicking the link below.

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Upcoming Events

Our Event Page is your destination for pan and Caribbean music events across the city. From street festivals and school showcases to concert halls and community gatherings, our events calendar highlights the vibrant pulse of steel pan culture in New York. Discover upcoming performances, celebrate Caribbean heritage, and stay connected to the sound that moves us all.

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Meet Our Founder: Jonesy

William Timothy “Jonesy” Jones was a visionary whose life reflected purpose, perseverance, and community. Born in Trinidad and later rooted in New York, he devoted himself to building bridges between generations, cultures, and opportunities. From his work as a Trade Unionist to his career as an accountant at Manufacturers Hanover Trust, Jonesy’s true calling was shaping lives. In 1983, his love for youth and Caribbean culture inspired the creation of the Caribbean American Sports and Cultural Youth Movement (CASYM), which grew from a neighborhood gathering into a world-class cultural institution. Through CASYM, Jonesy nurtured not only talented musicians but also confident, educated, and empowered young people whose success remains the living heartbeat of his legacy.

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Student Testimonial
Joyniya & Daphnee Demertis

As a high school junior, I've been part of a lot of extracurricular programs, but none have had the same impact on me as this dance and steel pan program. My sister and I have been involved for a while now, and it’s been an incredible journey of growth, creativity, and connection.

The instructors are not only skilled artists but also amazing mentors who truly care about each student. They create a supportive environment where we’re encouraged to express ourselves, challenge our limits, and work as a team. Whether it's mastering a complex choreography or learning the rhythms of the steel pan, every session is engaging and inspiring.

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