1994
Year Founded
200+
Member Units
$4K+
In Scholarships Annually

About Atlantic Indoor Association

Atlantic Indoor Association (AIA), founded in 1994, is a non-profit arts organization whose mission is to support and benefit organizations which engage in or support youth activities in the performing arts — including elements of music, choreography, and theatre in color guard, percussion, and winds units.

In 2015, AIA reorganized into two regions: AIA North and AIA South. AIA facilitates competitions throughout Virginia and North Carolina and currently serves over 200 member units.

$4,000+

Awarded Every Year

AIA awards scholarships annually to students who demonstrate academic excellence, school and community involvement, and a passion for the performing arts.

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To support and benefit organizations which engage in or support youth activities in the performing arts — striving to promote education and continued growth for every performer.

AIA Executive Board

AIA is operated year-round by a team of dedicated volunteers with no full-time staff. The organization operates under the leadership of the Executive Board of Directors, elected by region by the general membership.

Governance Board

Executive Director · Presidents and Vice Presidents from each Region

Each Region Elects

Executive Board of Directors

  • President
  • 1st Vice President
  • 2nd Vice President
  • Secretary
  • Color Guard Coordinator
  • Percussion / Winds Coordinator

Additional Appointed

Non-Voting Staff Positions

  • Judging Coordinators
  • Contest Coordinators
  • Education Coordinator
  • Public Relations
  • Championships Chairs
  • Announcer / Sound Tech

Get Involved

Interested in supporting AIA? Contact an executive board member or attend the AIA summer caucus and fall meeting to get started.

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