From Vision to Mobile Studio

Music production and sound engineering have historically been male-dominated fields—often leaving young women without early exposure, technical training, or a clear path into the industry. Girls Groove was built to change that narrative.

To bring technical education directly to young women, we took on a bold challenge: converting an RV into a fully equipped, mobile audio production studio. From heavy mechanical overhauls and structural repairs to installing state-of-the-art recording equipment, every step of our journey reflects our core ethos: taking on tough challenges, overcoming obstacles, and building something extraordinary from the ground up.

Today, the Girls Groove mobile studio brings hands-on learning straight to schools and community centers, creating an environment where magic, creativity, and technical mastery happen every single day.

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Girls Groove Founder Holly Baynham Sits To Discuss The Mission

Who We Serve

Girls ages 13–18 from underserved communities in Washington, D.C.

Program Format

Intensive 4-week audio production training inside our mobile studio

Instructor Network

100% taught and mentored by women active in the audio technology field

The Capstone Project

Participants run a real, live recording session for a local artist or band

Nonprofit Status

501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization

Driven by Three Core Values

CONFIDENCE CREATIVITY COMMUNICATION

Removing the intimidation factor around studio tech so young women step into any room knowing they belong.

Giving students full creative control to record, produce, mix, and bring their unique artistic visions to life.

Teaching teamwork, studio collaboration, and leadership skills needed to run any session or stage.

The Girls Groove Experience

Through dynamic, hands-on workshops and curriculum, Girls Groove guides students through the complete audio production lifecycle:

Audio Engineering: Studio setups, wiring, microphone techniques, and signal flow.
Music Production: Operating Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs), recording live instruments, mixing, and mastering.
Leadership & Life Skills: Cultivating self-advocacy, problem-solving, and an unmistakable "walk-in-like-I'm-her" swagger that translates to any career path.

Confidence. Humility. Generational Impact.

Our mission doesn't end when a session wraps or a track is mixed. We instill three lifelong values in every creator who steps through our doors:

Remain Confident: Know your worth, trust your training, and own your space behind the board.
Be Humble: Stay open to learning, honor the craft, and respect every member of the creative team.
Pay It Forward: Remember the mentors who helped you, and lift up the next generation coming behind you.

How Your Support Empowers Future Engineers

Your donations directly break down financial barriers for D.C. youth.

Support fuels:

Mobile Studio Maintenance & Transportation: Keeping our mobile unit operational and safely delivering education into local neighborhoods.
Instruction & Mentorship: Hiring active female audio professionals to teach cutting-edge curriculum.
Gear & Technology: Outfitting the studio with industry-standard recording gear, software, microphones, and instruments.
Student Scholarships: Ensuring 100% free access for accepted participants.

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APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

School Nominations & Application:
Students are recommended by teachers, counselors, and administrators across targeted D.C. Ward middle and high schools, followed by an online application submission.
Virtual Interview:
Selected candidates participate in a virtual interview with Founder Holly Baynham and a parent/guardian.
Cohort Selection:
Chosen participants join the upcoming Girls Groove Audio Technology Training Program.

Inaugural Cohort Launch: Projected start date of July 2027.

The Heart Behind the Groove

Holly Baynham

Founder & President
"When I was coming up, this kind of opportunity and exposure simply didn't exist for young women. We built Girls Groove to give the next generation the access, technical training, and confidence I wish I had—so they can walk into any studio and know they belong."
Lisa Berry

Board Member

"Over my 20 years in the music industry, I’ve seen how transformative it is when an artist discovers their authentic voice. Serving on the board of Girls Groove allows me to help create empowering spaces where young women can explore music, production, and self-expression—building the confidence, community, and joy that stay with them for life."
Yolonda "Yogi" Lockamy

Treasurer

Since retiring in 2023, Yogi has continued her entrepreneurial journey as co-founder of YoSha Connections, while remaining a dedicated advocate for Girls Groove, where she has served since its inception and currently sits on the Board of Directors as Treasurer.
Brenda Ford

Board Member

"My love for music started at six years old, and over the years it grew into a deep passion for sound engineering and production. I’m proud to serve on the board of Girls Groove to help give young women the technical foundation, practical experience, and creative freedom to turn their own love for music into real-world studio power."