Programs & Services

A safe space to meet, learn and share with each other

Along with health, legal, education, counseling and career services, The Door offers recreational, fitness and performance opportunities on a daily basis. 

The "heart" of Door activity is Center Space — the 1st floor open area designed for performances, meetings, games, workshops and other activities.  There’s always something going on in Center Space!

Fitness

The Door's 1st floor fitness room includes a weight machine and exercise space, as well as several Dance Dance Revolution machines and a Wii Fit.  Keep an eye out for workout classes, workshops and other activities to help you stay in shape!

In addition, The Door has a gym in the basement where young people gather to play basketball and other games on a regular basis.

For more information about Fitness opportunities at The Door, please contact Andria Cuello at 212-941-9090 ext. 3308

Open Mic

Open mic sessions happen every Thursday night at 6:00 p.m. in Center Space.  Here is your chance to perform musical pieces and spoken word, sing, dance and showcase your other artistic pieces for feedback and praise from your peers. To learn more about Open Mic nights at The Door, click here

Kiki Function

Tuesday night Kiki Functions provide a fun and safe space to learn to Vogue and walk a runway. To learn more about Kiki Function, click here (link to Creative Arts).

Physical Arts

Our physical arts workshops and classes give you a chance to explore your creative side while staying active.  We offer several levels of breakdancing — from beginner to more advanced — as well as yoga and martial arts and meditation.  Click here for the full Recreation schedule.

Structured Recreation and Community Building

In addition to these programs, every afternoon you’ll find activities going on that can give you a chance to hang out and have fun with other young people.  Daily activities include:

• Chess
• Arts and crafts
• Discussion groups
• And much, much more!