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Nkere Acro Community Organization was founded by Massembe Hassan Rice out of a deep passion to transform lives through the power of acrobatics and gymnastics. Having trained many groups across the country, he realized that most were focused on earning immediate income rather than developing long-term talent. This inspired him to create an organization devoted to identifying, nurturing, and empowering passionate young athletes who could one day represent Uganda at both national and international levels.
The organization was established within a community largely comprised of children raised by single parents. Having experienced similar challenges in his own upbringing, Massembe Hassan Rice was inspired to create a safe and supportive space where these children could build their skills, confidence, and self-esteem through acrobatics.
The Blueprint for Change: Our Guiding Strategy
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Goal
Our mission is to establish and sustain a nurturing environment dedicated to the continuous development of passionate young talents in acrobatics. We achieve this by providing structured, high-quality training, consistent mentorship, and clear opportunities for personal and athletic growth. We are deeply committed to transforming lives, building lasting confidence, and breaking down socio-economic barriers by ensuring world-class gymnastics is wholly accessible to every child, regardless of their family's financial status or background.
To empower and inspire children from the most underprivileged communities across Uganda to fully realize their immense potential through the transformative discipline of acrobatics and gymnastics. Our long-term goal is to see our dedicated athletes rise to become proud representatives of Uganda, competing confidently and successfully on both local and international stages, acting as beacons of hope for youth nationwide.
The ultimate organizational goal of the Nkere Acro Community Organization extends far beyond athletic achievement. We strive to shape confident, disciplined, and responsible young individuals who are ready to step up and become ambassadors of hope and positive change within their own communities.
Meet the founder
Massembe Hassan Rice founded Nkere Acro out of a deep passion to transform lives through acrobatics.
He recognized that most groups prioritized income over long-term talent development. Having experienced challenges growing up, Hassan created a safe, supportive space to nurture youth confidence and self-esteem.
His commitment to excellence is proven by his roles as President of Acrobatics at the Uganda Gymnastics Federation and a Technical Committee member at the African Union of Gymnastics. His vision is to spread empowerment nationwide.
Meet the founder
Over 10 Years of Transforming Young Lives
What began as one man’s vision to unlock youth potential through sport has grown into a powerful force of change. Nkere Acro Community Organization has trained, mentored, and empowered countless children through structured acrobatics programs, community-led support, and unwavering commitment. Every child we train carries a story of discipline, confidence, and potential rewritten.
“It takes a steady base to achieve the lift—with your help, we build the foundation for every child.”
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OUR PROGRAMS
The Path to Excellence: Our 6 Core Programs
This foundational program provides rigorous, continuous instruction in partner and group acrobatics. Athletes learn essential skills in balance, static holds, and pyramiding, which are crucial for developing the teamwork and discipline required at higher competitive levels.
Dedicated specifically to dynamic movement, this program focuses on mastering tumbling runs and floor gymnastics. It builds speed, power, and technical precision, enabling athletes to execute complex aerial skills like backflips, twists, and somersaults with confidence and control.
This is the professional arm of the organization, where advanced athletes develop polished, engaging routines for public performance and hire. It provides invaluable stage experience, boosts performer confidence, and creates sustainable opportunities for athletes to earn income and gain exposure.
Recognizing that performance is key, these workshops integrate music theory, rhythm training, and cultural dance forms. The goal is to enhance the artistry, expressiveness, and choreography of every athlete's routine, preparing them for highly judged competitions.
These sessions go beyond skill-specific training, focusing on the holistic physical well-being of the youth. Classes emphasize cardiovascular endurance, injury prevention, flexibility, and general strength conditioning, ensuring our athletes remain healthy and resilient throughout their careers.
This flagship initiative uses the collective power of arts and sport to mentor youth in critical life skills. It focuses on leadership training, conflict resolution, and creating ambassadors of positive change within their communities.
The Strategic Power of Acrobatics
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The rigorous training schedule cultivates the focus, consistency, and commitment required for academic and professional success beyond the mat.
Mastering complex physical skills provides youth with tangible proof of their potential, significantly boosting self-esteem and confidence in challenging environments.
Partner and group routines fundamentally require mutual trust, respect, and collaboration, creating a strong, supportive, family-like community among members.
High-level performance skills open doors to paid performances, scholarships, and professional coaching roles, offering a direct, sustainable path out of poverty.
Overcoming physical and mental barriers in training intentionally builds resilience and perseverance, equipping athletes to successfully manage life's obstacles.
Requiring minimal fixed equipment, acrobatics is an accessible art form that allows the organization to easily reach and empower youth in diverse communities nationwide.
Athletes who compete internationally become visible symbols of possibility and hope for their home communities, inspiring thousands of young people in Uganda
Every training session and performance is a physical demonstration of our values, ensuring qualities like Integrity and Excellence are lived, not just taught.
More Than Sport: The Values That Empower
We believe acrobatics is a tool for life-long achievement. Our core values ensure we cultivate discipline, confidence, and responsible young leaders both on and off the mat.
Passion
We are driven by a profound love for acrobatics, firmly believing that the power of sport can fundamentally transform and uplift the lives of every participant we train.
Excellence
We consistently strive for the highest possible standards in all aspects of our work, covering training methodology, performance quality, and personal athlete development and growth
Inclusivity
We are committed to the principle that every child deserves a genuine chance to shine and succeed, regardless of their family background or financial circumstances.
Empowerment
We strategically use gymnastics as a powerful tool to actively build essential confidence, foster strong independence, and cultivate self-worth among our talented youth.
Discipline
We cultivate focus, unwavering consistency, and full commitment within our athletes, establishing these qualities as the foundational keys to sustained success in both sport and life.
Community Development
We work tirelessly to uplift our entire community by providing transformational opportunities that inspire long-lasting hope, positive change, and tangible progress for all families.