PONYA: Artist Residency

PONYA: Artist Residency is a 2.5‑month, fall/winter program hosted by Ankole Inc. in Brooklyn, NY. The residency runs from September 16 to November 30, 2026, with two cohorts of six artists each meeting Wednesdays or Saturdays for 12 sessions. Participants receive training in aerial dance techniques—such as hoop, silks, hammock, and pole—taught by BIPOC queer instructors, alongside energy‑healing modalities including aromatherapy, Reiki, and yoga. The program emphasizes community, mutual support, and personal growth, featuring group discussions, constructive feedback, and active listening. Eligibility is limited to BIPOC LGBTQI+ artists at an open level with no prerequisites. A stipend of $435 is provided to each artist. Applications are accepted via a Google Form linked on the site. The residency offers a safe, affirming environment for creative exploration and healing, fostering collaboration among artists and instructors.

Stipend, aerial dance training, energy healing modalities, community support

BIPOC LGBTQI+ artists only; open level, no prerequisites