Plena 101: Intro to Plena Percussion and Song (4 Part Series)

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

This four week series introduces students to the basic rhythms of the plena percussion ensemble and to a few songs representative of the genre. Participants will learn to play panderos -- the seguidor and punteador patterns -- and the güícharo or güiro, and will study four plena songs in diverse styles. The workshops also introduce […]

¡Batey Boricua! Puerto Rican Community Jam

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

Donation-based entry: $5-$10 Sliding Scale This is an all ages jam, held by the Bay Area Bomba y Plena Workshop! This event is family friendly and encourages your participation. We will dance, sing, play drums and enjoy delicious food by Los Cilantros. Bring your voice, barriles, faldas and maracas as we sing, play and dance in […]

Beginners Salsa, Bachata & Merengue Dance Class Series (6/3-6/24)

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

This is a 4-week series designed for beginner-intermediate students to learn and enjoy three popular Latin dance styles: Salsa, Bachata and Merengue! Explore the possibilities of your body and how to communicate with others through dance, rhythm and flavor! Partners are not necessary! This class is taught by Venezuelan dance instructor Juliana Mendonca. Juliana’s teaching […]

Intermediate Salsa, Bachata & Merengue Dance Class Series (6/3-6/24)

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

Due to popular demand of our beginners series, we are adding a Salsa, Bachata and Merengue Dance Class series for INTERMEDIATE students! This is a 4-week series designed for students that already know their basic rhythm and steps, to go beyond the basic rhythms and steps. Please DO NOT sign up for this class if […]

Event Series Josh Jones Salsa Big Band

Josh Jones Salsa Big Band

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

This is an ensemble class for musicians and singers wanting to learn salsa music! Directed by Josh Jones. Come learn a variety of salsa favorites. The class perform 3-4 showcases per year! Email the instructor for audition times: joshjonesdrums@yahoo.com Cost: $15 per class Find them on Facebook!

Event Series Private: Therapeutic Yoga & Fitness

Therapeutic Yoga at La Peña

La Peña Cultural Center 3105 Shattuck Ave. , Berkeley, CA, United States

Sliding Scale Donation: $5-$20 Series: Tuesdays, January 8th - July 30th All proceeds benefit La Peña Cultural Center's mission of promoting social justice through the arts! Join us in a friendly and supportive yoga class that encourages self-discovery, mind-body awareness, and community building.   Taught by a certified yoga therapist, the class is designed to […]