Event Series Afro Peruvian Dance & Cajón

Advance Adult Afro Peruvian Dance Class

DANCE: 12pm-1pm  |$10 ea with bundle of 5 or $15 drop-in Instructor: Gabriela Shiroma Learn to dance a varied repertoire of traditional dances from the coastal region of Peru such as festejos, landos, and zamacuecas. All levels are welcome. Students must bring a cajon to class. If you need to purchase one or rent one […]

Event Series Capoeira Angola: Classes and Workshops

Capoeira Angola

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

Tuesdays 7pm-9pm & Saturdays 2pm-4pm Instructor: Sergio Bitencourt For more information: sergiobitencourt81@gmail.com Capoeira Angola, a martial art and ritual combat dance, is one of the major expressions of an African, specifically Kongo-Angolan, continuum in Brazil. It is believed that its origins may go as far back as the 16th century, when Africans from western Central […]

Friends of La Peña: Free Concert, Community Jam & more!

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

FREE! Donations of any size welcome! If you share our vision of a multicultural and united world, then you are invited to our FREE PARTY on Saturday, August 26 8pm-12:30am!! Come party with us and connect with local artists, musicians, students, teachers, activists and other community members! This event is about good vibes, good music, […]

Adult Bomba y Plena Workshop

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

Adult Bomba y Plena Workshop: Dance, Percussion and Song Sundays 1-3pm | $15/class- All Levels/Drop-ins welcome Instructors: Shefali Shah & Hector Lugo | Location: Theater Space For more information: bombaaguacero@gmail.com During these classes series, students will learn dance, songs, drum rhythms, and history. Classes culminate in student performances. For those interested in staying healthy, connecting with the community […]

Healing from the Inside Out: Techniques to Relieve Stress & Pain

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

Are you interested in learning new techniques to promote vitality, reduce stress, and address patterns of tension and/or chronic pain? This workshop will weave together a wide variety of movement and alternative healing practices that can be easily integrated into your daily home routine. All bodies and all levels are welcome! Class will include instruction […]

Event Series Vocals for Kids (In the Lounge)

Vocals for Kids (In the Lounge)

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

Vocals for Kids! Mondays 6-7:15pm | $10/class | Ages: 10 and up Instructor: Gail Dobson | Location: Lounge To sign up email Gail at: galeygrl@earthlink.net Class meets year round. Let’s sing and increase our self-esteem! With the help of instructor Gail Dobson students will work on how to sing, learn to breathe properly, learn how to sing in a microphone, […]