BLAKK ™ Juniors Program

Connecting Community Youth Socially and Responsibly

BLAKK ™ Juniors Program also known as BJP is scheduled to kick off this summer Monday July 3rd, 2023, through Saturday July 8th, 2023, (Closed July 4th in Observance of 4th of July) here at The Blakk Co.

Our goal for this program is to create intentional community between our Youth and Member Social Club by offering a 1-week summer program that includes introduction to trade skills set in addition to providing social safe space and recreational activities

This summer program is offered to ages 13 through 17 years old with a $25 registration fee Monday July 3rd, 2023, through Saturday July 8th, 2023, (Closed July 4th in Observance of 4th of July) 9:00 AM – 3:00PM each day and 5:00PM-10:30PM on Saturday July 8th during the term of the program

We will feature (4) core focuses during our 1-week program to include our Trading with WHO? Trade Skill Segment, our Get Real Unplugged Mental Health Segment, our BJP Summer Biz Tour and our What’s the MOVE (#WTM) Recreational End of Program Activities

Participants of the program will have the opportunity to learn firsthand trade skill set during our Trading with WHO? that boast trainings in the following trade skill set areas to include electrical, fitness, culinary, beauty and barbering, real estate, photography, mechanic in which will share both verbal and hands-on instruction training to our program participants

We will also offer our Get Real Unplugged platform formulated to provide safe social space and topics that support mental wellness and community guided by youth and licensed therapist

This year we will host our BJP Summer Biz Tour where we will visit several minority-owned businesses throughout our community wrapping up with lunch from a local food truck

In addition to our What’s the MOVE (#WTM) recreational nights for an all-out fun experience featuring the freshest youth night with activities, celebrations and acknowledgements

To register your child, you may begin by completing the submission form here, followed by checking out your child’s registration here

The Blakk Co. reserves the right to approve or deny submissions for any reasons deemed. A wait list will be activated once program has filled capacity.

Q & A About The BJP

Q. When will the BLAKK ™ Juniors Program be held?

A. The program will be held on Monday July 3rd, 2023, through Friday July 7th, 2023 9:00AM-3:00PM and Saturday July 8th, 2023, 5:00PM-10:30PM here at The Blakk Co. 3634 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64111 (Note: We will be CLOSED Tuesday July 4th in Observance of 4th of July)

Q. Who can attend the BLAKK ™ Juniors Program?

A. This summer program is offered to Youth ages 13 through 17 years old who live in Kansas City Metropolitan areas

Q. Is there a fee for Youth to attend BLAKK ™ Juniors Program?

A. The BLAKK ™ Juniors Program is available with a $25 registration fee . We do welcome attendees to bring own monies to purchase lunch during our BJP Summer Biz Tour, Friday July 7th, 2023 and our End of Program Celebration, Saturday July 8th, 2023 concessions if they choose. Note: The Blakk Co. is NOT responsible for any lost or stolen items

Q. Will I need to complete and application or submission for my child to attend?

A. Yes, all BJP participants are required to and MUST complete a submission form that includes a Permission Form, Waiver of Liability Form, Medical Insurance Form and BJP Participation Form. All forms MUST be completed and returned no later than June 30th , 2023

Q. Will my child need to bring breakfast or lunch?

A. BJP will provide breakfast and lunch during program days Monday July 3rd, 2023 thru Thursday July 6th, 2023. We do welcome attendees to bring own lunch or monies to purchase lunch during our BJP Summer Biz Tour, Friday July 7th, 2023 and our End of Program Celebration, Saturday July 8th, 2023 concessions if they choose.

Q. Is there a dress code for my child to attend the BLAKK ™ Juniors Program

A. Yes, during the duration of BJP the following attire is NOT permitted; crop tops, open toe shoes, offensive wording, sagging of pants, short shorts, sheer clothing, tight-fitting